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Our top choices for Berkeley hostels

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1. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (479 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
The price is ￥9,238
￥10,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
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, (407 reviews)
"Overall great experience. Nice folks, fun areas nearby to walk to. I would stay here again and recommend."
United States
Casey
The price is ￥14,638
￥17,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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, (488 reviews)
"it was lovely and they really did have anything you'd need!! i'd book again and would recommend to friends too!!"
Canada
Florence
The price is ￥13,536
￥15,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (258 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is ￥11,167
￥13,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Amsterdam Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

5. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (662 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is ￥12,632
￥14,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Adelaide Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
The price is ￥9,083
￥10,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Orange Village Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (730 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
The price is ￥7,817
￥9,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
European Hostel
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is in a super location and yes, they are very clear there is no air conditioning. The window opens enough to get fresh air. The room was very clean with a spacious closet and a full-size deep bathtub (shower above). And there are two specialty coffee machines so you can make your own mocha, cappuccino or just coffee in the morning. They seem to have fresh cookies almost all day which made it so nice to relax for a few moments before another round of meetings or sightseeing. Despite being on the cable car line, in the heart of the city, my room 504 was exceptionally quiet. Great find! I'd stay here again."
Allison 4-night trip
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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Find out more about Berkeley

Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,140
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥9,184
Highest Price
￥17,027

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Berkeley?
Our customers like these places to stay in the area, and they may offer reasonable rates: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina - 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel. Claremont Resort & Club - 1.9 mi (3 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk 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 discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Berkeley is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Berkeley?
Overall, Berkeley is known for its college atmosphere, sports, and restaurants. Major attractions include Pier 39, Oracle Park, and Chase Center. Get out into nature with places like 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 Intl. Airport (OAK), 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Downtown Berkeley Station, North Berkeley Station, and Ashby Station. If you're looking to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Berkeley Station to hop on a train.

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