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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 AED 130
AED 196 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
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, (399 reviews)
"Love staying here. Nice kitchen, clean, great area, nice staff."
United States
Jason
The price is AED 264
AED 308 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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)
"Everything was just perfect "
United States
hussain
The price is AED 279
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (217 reviews)
"Good and simple."
United States
Anthony
The price is AED 195
AED 229 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Amsterdam Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff. Wonderful stay "
United States
Joseph
The price is AED 212
AED 247 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Chapter San Francisco
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336 reviews)
"Great location! I felt very safe. The park nearby has excellent views of Golden Gate Bridge. Great staff (shoutout to JJ!). "
United States
Abigail
The price is AED 372
AED 433 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (638 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is AED 314
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Adelaide Hostel
Food and drink

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (674 reviews)
"It was pretty dirty, but fine for the price"
United States
Gabriel
The price is AED 234
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 AED 2,535
AED 3,231 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Extremely accommodating, close to Oracle Park"
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

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 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. Handlery Union Square Hotel - 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Market St & Larkin St Stop and Market St & Hyde St Stop. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance.
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 Oracle Park, Alcatraz Island, and Pier 39. Get out into nature with places like San Francisco Bay, Gerstle Park, and McNears Beach Country 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 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.