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Our top choices for Berkeley hostels

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a herringbone floor, and pendant lighting.

1. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
The price is ₹3,111
₹4,780 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bposhtels San Francisco
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (393 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. Close to many bus stops"
United States
Selina
The price is ₹12,281
₹14,284 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

3. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is ₹8,460
₹9,850 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

4. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"It can get a little hot inside the rooms but besides that, the private room was a great deal for the price of the night. I always found the shared bathrooms clean and it’s super close to the Moscone and Nintendo Store. I’d definitely recommend if you’re on budget."
Mexico
Eduardo Israel
The price is ₹6,067
₹7,129 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Orange Village Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

5. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (712 reviews)
"It was great im coming back soon"
United States
Myla
The price is ₹4,700
₹5,523 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
European Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

6. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (655 reviews)
"Love this place. Staff is awesome"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ₹7,598
₹8,928 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

7. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is ₹6,881
₹8,085 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Amsterdam Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

8. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is ₹8,759
₹10,205 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

8/10 Good
"Extremely helpful staff. Could improve on the coffee experience."
Fred 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

Find out more about Berkeley

Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,739
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
₹4,780
Highest Price
₹14,284

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Berkeley?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets good reviews from our travellers: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina - 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Berkeley?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Berkeley is 465 mm.
What is there to see and do in Berkeley?
Overall, Berkeley is known for its university setting, sports and restaurants. Major attractions include Pier 39, Oracle Park and Chase Center. Get out into nature with places such as San Francisco Bay, University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley and Tilden Regional Park. Cultural attractions include UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall, Greek Theater and Berkeley Repertory Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Berkeley while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Berkeley on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), located 14.2 mi (22.8 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. You can access metro transport at Downtown Berkeley Station, North Berkeley Station and Ashby Station. If you're looking to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Berkeley Station to take a train.

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