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Our top choices for San Rafael hostels

Lobby

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
The price is HK$288
HK$432 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Bposhtels San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (389 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, staff plans fun and affordable activities around daily. Really great!"
United States
chrysalyne
The price is HK$556
HK$647 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Restaurant

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"For $10 a night free food is an "
United States
Juan
Orange Village Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff. Wonderful stay "
United States
Joseph
Chapter San Francisco
Lobby

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (213 reviews)
"Clean, walkable and quiet hostel with plenty of food within walking distance."
United States
Daniel
The price is HK$486
HK$571 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Amsterdam Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (324 reviews)
"Great experience. Staff was very helping and everything was clean. "
United States
Briana
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Living area

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Great place very nice and cozy"
Canada
Eshan
The price is HK$627
HK$737 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (637 reviews)
"I needed a quick place to stay after making a mistake with my flight. The price for the 4 bed to a room was very good. The hostel is clean and the staff was very helpful. You can't expect "quiet" when you're in the Union Square area, but I was happy with my stay."
United States
Michael
The price is HK$618
HK$726 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Adelaide Hostel
Food and drink

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (672 reviews)
"It was pretty dirty, but fine for the price"
United States
Gabriel
The price is HK$368
HK$432 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
European Hostel
Beach

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$4,498
HK$5,738 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Room was so clean and staff were very polite and friendly."
Yuichi 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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San Rafael Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,696
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$432
Highest Price
HK$5,738

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 & Jones St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a pool table and a lift at this hotel. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 13.1 mi (21.2 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.
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. Top attractions include Pier 39 and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places such as San Francisco Bay, Gerstle Park and Field of Dogs Dog Park. Cultural attractions include Marin History Museum, Sweetwater Music Hall and Walt Disney Family Museum.
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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