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Reviews of The Hostel California

1.5 out of 5
The Hostel California
213 Academy Ave, Bishop, CA

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 214 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Alycia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a dorm so there is not a real mystery. A fine place to stay and of course it’s the cheapest in town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Satoru, Torrance

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time stay and will come back again with my family. Very convenient and we liked dining, kitchen and lounge room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a cute renovation! Really enjoyed the atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happily Surprised
Having never stayed in a hostel, I was not real sure it was the right thing for me. I am a 76 year old woman, single and thought it would be noisy and more appropriate for a 20-30 year old. To my surprise there were guests of all ages, from all over the world. My stay was very pleasant! I stayed in a mixed shared dorm room another risky move by me however it was great with 3 women and 1 young man from Austria.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ninfa, Valencia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t the cleanest place. The bed was so creaky. It was relatively quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Shelby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Advertised as having ac but the property doesn’t have AC at all. I asked to leave and get a refund but no refund receipt was provided. I hope everything goes accordingly to plan and they get the ad corrected.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved finding a unique/alternative friendly place to stay that was also very comfortable and offered a variety of accommodation for those that enjoy the side streets..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Becky

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Never been so disappointed. Would not suggest this place to anyone. Needless to say we booked another hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is not the room I reserved. The facility was dilapidated, and two dogs were constantly barking in the whole house while staying in the room next to mine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good safe place to eat and sleep
The front desk service was friendly and fast check in. None of the couches were not comfy to sit on - it’s the only thing I’d suggest get upgraded. The bed was very comfortable. Guests were nice friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall stay was fine The bunk bed was squishy and small
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! I’ve been staying in hostels a lot lately and so far this is my favorite!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

kenneth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a real hostel, with young and interesting travelers and a few "older" guests (including this reviewer) that added an interesting mix to the place. While not likely to impress my wife, the facility worked for me and my two buddies who were fishing the local waters.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kamron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot
This place is so cool. It's a funky early 1900s house in a cool little part of town. Walk to bars and a brewery. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Beds are comfortable. Only 2 downsides are 1) the thermostat must have been set for 80 at night because it was cooking. 2) it's an old house so you can hear everything including steps and water running. Overall cool place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

8/10 Good

Felicia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen is well stock. Love the old architecture of the house. Friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jungwha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOAN

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

TAEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great place and centrally located. Plan to revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam, Poway

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great location, easy parking and the price is right! Got a 2 bed room, which was private with a shared shower but not bad. The people above us woke up early and woke us up, but still would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming vintage property. The staff was very polite and accommodating even when I arrived at 11:30 at night. there is a is plenty of hot water for showers and free coffee for breakfast. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay on a hiking trip.
The two night stay went well. The bed was very comfortable and room was clean. The guests and staff were very friendly. There are plenty of food/coffee shops within walking distance. The hostel is a great place to stay if your passing through for hiking/skiing etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ethel Luz

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our first time in staying in a Hostel. We are Senior citizens and had a lot of apprehension. We loved it. The location was in downtown town Bishop. Place was clean. The front desk made us feel at ease. Everything was pretty easy going.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kumi

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place staff so friendly and nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Karin

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charmingly eccentric
Got off to a rocky start when no one answered the front door bell when we arrived. Also, it was a hot day and the air conditioning wasn’t up to the task. However once we were settled in our stay was very pleasant. Fellow hostel guests and staff were all friendly and the place was charmingly eccentric.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gunce

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and environment. Common kitchen was very clean and had lots of utensils, spices, etc. there is free coffee in the morning. Plenty of seats and tables outside of the hostel/house. Very close to the bank, markets, restaurants and a cute bakery :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The floors are carpet which must be difficult to clean and smell badly in some areas. If some sweet investor could redo the flooring this place would feel more welcoming .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly place. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happy visit.
Thoughtful and considerate staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hostel. Decoration in incredible, it is clean and organized. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice and casual home like experience. Enjoyed meeting and talking with other guests.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annodam, Palm Springs

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s my first time to stay in a hostel and my first experience of this hostel was great. I love the place and its close to everything. The staff was very nice and welcoming. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020