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Our top choices for El Cajon hostels

1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (579 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
$68 nightly
The price is $77
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (944 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
$61 nightly
The price is $70
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel

3. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (244 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
$84 nightly
The price is $95
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

4. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (63 reviews)
"Steep stairs at entry to arrive to floor level rooms. Challenging with luggage and for the disabled. Front door access code was changed next day without notice. I waited outside for over 30 minutes with groceries before I received updated access code. Clean property and amenities. Great bed. Walking distance to nightlife, 7-11, public transport and more"
United States
Azalea
$49 nightly
The price is $56
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
La Ventana

5. 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
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

6. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (678 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
$101 nightly
The price is $115
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Gaslamp Hostel

7. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"amazing vibe at this hostel."
Canada
Julien
$108 nightly
The price is $121
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

8. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (408 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
$80 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

9. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (140 reviews)
"I had a fabulous time! Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and HELPFUL! I will be back!"
United States
Melanie
$94 nightly
The price is $105
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

10. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (266 reviews)
"Great stay! Front desk guy was a little eccentric but very down to earth. Excellent area, with pacific beach a few steps away or take a bike or walk to mission beach. Amazing stay!"
United States
angelea
$91 nightly
The price is $102
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,293
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
$56
Highest Price
$121

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. California Suites Hotel - 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in El Cajon?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in El Cajon?
In general, El Cajon is known for its cafes, breweries, and golfing. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Petco Park, and Mission Bay. Get out into nature with places like Lake Jennings, The Water Conservation Garden, and El Capitan Reservoir. Cultural attractions include The Magnolia, Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center, and Knox House Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around El Cajon while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in El Cajon in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.

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