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Hostels in San Rafael

Our top choices for San Rafael hostels

Chapter San Francisco
Exterior

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (334)
"Loved this hostel "
Chapter San Francisco
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (964)
"breakfast included.i will come again."
Orange Village Hostel
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lounge

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (340)
"Very good hostel "
The price is AED 261
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Amsterdam Hostel
Fireplace

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (172)
"Nice place!"
The price is AED 266
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Amsterdam Hostel
European Hostel
Front of property

European Hostel

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (653)
"It was good for the price, clean and quiet."
The price is AED 157
AED 185 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
European Hostel
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275)
"Great staff and awesome location"
The price is AED 725
AED 843 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Nice place to stay "
The price is AED 401
AED 471 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Adelaide Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (629)
"."
The price is AED 286
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Adelaide Hostel
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel

1.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Modern place with sleeping pods and very nice people. "
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
Beach

Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!

6.0 out of 10, (1)
"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...
The price is AED 2,112
AED 2,709 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
HI Point Reyes Hostel
Exterior

HI Point Reyes Hostel

1.0 star property
HI Point Reyes Hostel
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
Front of property

Ansonia Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Enjoyed my stay! Not too fancy but gets the job done, clean and safe. Had my own bathroom so don't forget to request that if you don't want to share, though the shared was clean as well. Loved it!"
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
DC Crashpad - Hostel
Porch

DC Crashpad - Hostel

2.0 star property
4.4 out of 10, (162)
"Property was clean.Guests in hostel were friendly. only complaints are dryer was not working and no clean towels for guests to use."
DC Crashpad - Hostel
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was extremely helpful. Beautiful room with great view. "
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

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: Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 13.2 mi (21.2 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. 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 & Jones St Stop and California St & Taylor St Stop. 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 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 Pier 39, Alcatraz Island, 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 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.