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Our top choices for Oakland hostels

Lobby sitting area

1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (474 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is AED 327
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Interior

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (402 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
The price is AED 436
AED 507 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

3. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (471 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is AED 360
AED 419 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is AED 304
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Amsterdam Hostel
Lobby

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hostel would go to again"
United States
Nathan Chance
The price is AED 260
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Orange Village Hostel
Terrace/patio

6. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is AED 294
AED 345 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
Front of property

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (718 reviews)
"It was great im coming back soon"
United States
Myla
The price is AED 277
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
European Hostel
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Top Oakland Hotel Reviews

University Inn & Suites Berkeley

University Inn & Suites Berkeley

8/10 Good
"It was a comfortable stay and my room and bathroom was clean. The gym was out of service during my last day of stay, which was a little disappointing but no biggie."
Ali 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
University Inn & Suites Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Oakland?
You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Oakland accommodations, which get positive reviews from our travelers: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina - Located steps from Jack London Square. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Claremont Resort & Club - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Berkeley Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants at this motel. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station and Lake Merritt Station. Guests can enjoy 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 Oakland?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: 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 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Oakland is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Oakland?
In general, Oakland is known for its sports, theaters, and live music. Major attractions include Pier 39, Oracle Park, and San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places like Lake Merritt, University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley, and Redwood Regional Park. Cultural attractions include Fox Theater, Paramount Theatre, and Oakland Museum of California.
What's the best way to get to and around Oakland while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Oakland in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), 7.1 mi (11.5 km) away. An alternative is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), located 14.6 mi (23.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can walk to nearby metro stations including 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station, 19th St Station, and Lake Merritt Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Oakland-Jack London Square Station, Emeryville Station, or Berkeley Station.

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