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Our top choices for California hostels

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (575 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
$66 nightly
The price is $75
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

2. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Location is really good right in front of a metro station in Hollywood, safe neighborhood! Have breakfast and free water"
United States
Dan
$80 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

3. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (939 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
$66 nightly
The price is $75
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel
A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

4. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (957 reviews)
"Best hostel"
Canada
kaito
$122 nightly
The price is $141
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
A wooden deck with a stone bench, a metal chair, and hanging plants.

5. The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Mid City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (386 reviews)
"Better breakfast"
United States
Monet
The Rumi Hostel
A modern living room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a potted bonsai tree, and a large plant.

6. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (185 reviews)
"I loved this place"
United States
Nabila
$67 nightly
The price is $76
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

7. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
$66 nightly
The price is $78
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a modern design.

8. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (191 reviews)
"Everything was great! The hostel was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming. The location was convenient, and I had everything I needed during my stay. Great value for the price. I had a very pleasant experience and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended!"
United States
Uuganbayar
$34 nightly
The price is $38
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Boutique HomeStay
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

9. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (675 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
$113 nightly
The price is $128
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Gaslamp Hostel
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

10. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (247 reviews)
"Great and cheap stay with great and friendly staff and just as friendly guests."
United States
Prahlad
$130 nightly
The price is $148
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
A modern kitchen with grey cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

11. Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (77 reviews)
"Great property "
United States
Juan Bosco
Green HomeStay
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

12. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
$105 nightly
The price is $122
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a herringbone floor, and pendant lighting.

13. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
$44 nightly
The price is $51
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Bposhtels San Francisco
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

14. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

15. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, bare bones amenities suited for a hostel, central location. The options to make your own breakfast or have the continental breakfast are great."
United States
Ankita
$74 nightly
The price is $86
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean.

16. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (280 reviews)
"I was a bit worried about staying in a hostel, but didn't need to worry as the staff were excellent, the location stunning, view amazing and all in all had a great stay."
United Kingdom
Jemma
$148 nightly
The price is $169
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
A hallway with green doors, a restroom sign, and a paper towel dispenser.

17. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (291 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
$58 nightly
The price is $61
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Randolph Hotel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

18. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (392 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. Close to many bus stops"
United States
Selina
$126 nightly
The price is $146
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

19. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (722 reviews)
"Easy access.. close to everything.. friendly helpful staff.."
United States
Amanda
$85 nightly
The price is $96
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
An aerial view of a beach with a large pool area, palm trees, and a coastal cityscape in the background.

20. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (738 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful. Location is amazing a short walk to the beach to enjoy the sunset"
United States
Selina
$78 nightly
The price is $89
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County

10/10 Excellent
"We were thoroughly IMPRESSED by how beautiful this hotel was! The staff was great at check-in and if we needed anything. We didn’t get a chance to try out their breakfast but we didn’t see a lot of people dine here. We took a Disney trip and their shuttle service was great ($7 / adult for the whole day). They have two amazing pools, pickle ball courts, fire pit, cornhole, basketball court, ping pong table, and other games for kids! At check-in there’s also a kids section where they get to enjoy a movie & play with toys / books. We can’t wait to stay here again!"
Marylin 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hyatt Regency Orange County

Price trends for hotels in California

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March
$97
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January
$89
February
$100
March
$122
April
$103
May
$97
June
$106
July
$104
August
$98
September
$97
October
$94
November
$85
December
$84
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Hostels in California. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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California Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,195
Accommodation
109 Hostels
Lowest Price
$38
Highest Price
$169

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