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Our top choices for San Rafael hostels

1. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 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 HK$275
HK$417 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Bposhtels San Francisco

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (463 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is HK$699
HK$814 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, parking was a great plus"
United States
Markesh
The price is HK$864
HK$1,005 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

4. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, bare bones amenities suited for a hostel, central location. The options to make your own breakfast or have the continental breakfast are great."
United States
Ankita
The price is HK$635
HK$746 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Orange Village Hostel

5. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (248 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is HK$568
HK$668 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Amsterdam Hostel

6. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (709 reviews)
"Kind and helpful owner"
United States
Henryk
The price is HK$388
HK$456 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
European Hostel

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (655 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is HK$745
HK$876 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Adelaide Hostel

8. Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!

Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
Point Reyes Station
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"I wish I did a little more research before booking. This lodge used to be a hostel and still seems more like a hostel than lodge. It would be perfect if I wasn’t traveling with a toddler who wants to get into everything. Location is about a five minute drive from the beach. We saw a ton of deer. It’s a little ways to the shipwreck and lighthouse. Great for trail access. Overall, if you’re traveling with small children or folks who overheat easily, maybe not the best place. If you need a base...
United States
Elizabeth R.
The price is HK$5,414
HK$6,941 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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San Rafael Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,553
Accommodation
14 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$417
Highest Price
HK$6,941

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Rafael?
Our travellers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may offer budget-friendly room rates: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 14 mi (22.6 km) from the heart of San Rafael. 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. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Located within a 10-minute walk of Lombard Street and Ghirardelli Square. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Rafael?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for San Rafael is 543 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Rafael?
In general, San Rafael is known for its festivals, cycling trails and restaurants. Major attractions include Pier 39, Oracle Park and Alcatraz Island. Get out into nature with places such as San Francisco Bay, Gerstle Park and McNears Beach Country Park. Cultural attractions include Marin History Museum, Fairfax Pavillion and Sweetwater Music Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around San Rafael while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Rafael 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.), located 25 mi (40.3 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), situated 25.9 mi (41.7 km) away.

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