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Our top choices for San Rafael hostels

Interior

1. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (403 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
The price is AED 365
AED 425 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (479 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
18 Oct - 19 Oct
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lobby

3. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Best place to stay in sf"
United States
Tamara
The price is AED 261
AED 307 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Orange Village 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
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

5. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
The price is AED 215
AED 250 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Chapter San Francisco - 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
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
Front of property

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (722 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 AED 262
AED 308 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
European 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 AED 2,429
AED 2,930 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

10/10 Excellent
"This property was perfect. Great clean and comfortable rooms, and of a good size too. Lovely"
Richard 5-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

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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