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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 151
AED 221 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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, (382 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, staff plans fun and affordable activities around daily. Really great!"
United States
chrysalyne
The price is AED 261
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lobby

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (209 reviews)
"Clean, walkable and quiet hostel with plenty of food within walking distance."
United States
Daniel
The price is AED 228
AED 268 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Amsterdam Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Super comfortable space and location. Super friendly staff. Love this hostel"
United States
Alma
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (390 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff. Wonderful stay "
United States
Joseph
Chapter San Francisco
Restaurant

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (997 reviews)
"For $10 a night free food is an "
United States
Juan
Orange Village Hostel
Living area

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"Great place very nice and cozy"
Canada
Eshan
The price is AED 294
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (636 reviews)
"I needed a quick place to stay after making a mistake with my flight. The price for the 4 bed to a room was very good. The hostel is clean and the staff was very helpful. You can't expect "quiet" when you're in the Union Square area, but I was happy with my stay."
United States
Michael
The price is AED 343
AED 404 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Adelaide Hostel
Food and drink

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (670 reviews)
"It was pretty dirty, but fine for the price"
United States
Gabriel
The price is AED 173
AED 203 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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 2,218
AED 2,800 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, friendly staff, great breakfast. "
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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. 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 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.
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. Top attractions include Pier 39 and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like San Francisco Bay, Gerstle Park, and Field of Dogs Dog 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.