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Our top choices for San Rafael hostels

A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

1. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (411 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff and clean room. Bonus with the carpark if you book a private room"
Australia
Susan
The price is CA $118
CA $137 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.

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 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 CA $100
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

3. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (484 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is CA $143
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Chapter San Francisco - 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, (260 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is CA $93
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Amsterdam 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, (737 reviews)
"The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience."
United States
Elickson
The price is CA $70
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
European 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
The price is CA $98
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Orange Village Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (663 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is CA $113
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Adelaide Hostel
Beach

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 CA $930
CA $1,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Great Staff! Clean and comfortable rooms. Abdula at the front desk was wonderful!!"
Thomas 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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San Rafael Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,072
Accommodation
14 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $82
Highest Price
CA $1,192

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Rafael?
Our customers 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 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. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from the heart of San Rafael. 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 San Rafael?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for San Rafael is 21 inches.
What is there to see and do in San Rafael?
In general, San Rafael is known for its festivals, biking trails, and restaurants. Major attractions include Muir Woods National Monument, Pier 39, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like San Francisco Bay, McNears Beach Country Park, and Gerstle Park. Cultural attractions include Marin History Museum, Sweetwater Music Hall, and Richmond Museum of History.
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 Intl. Airport (OAK), 25 mi (40.3 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 25.9 mi (41.7 km) away.

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