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Our top choices for California hostels

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (980 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Dylan
$70 nightly
The price is $79
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel
A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

2. 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, (993 reviews)
"Great hostel!"
United States
Rachel
$99 nightly
The price is $114
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

3. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Point Loma
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (612 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
$64 nightly
The price is $72
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a modern design.

4. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (230 reviews)
"It was a different experience, but I loved the culture they are building"
United States
Jerry
$38 nightly
The price is $43
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Boutique HomeStay
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

5. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (756 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
$85 nightly
The price is $96
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
$75 nightly
The price is $88
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

7. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"great location!"
Canada
Mary Alison
$67 nightly
The price is $76
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

8. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (498 reviews)
"it was lovely and they really did have anything you'd need!! i'd book again and would recommend to friends too!!"
Canada
Florence
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A wooden deck with a stone bench, a metal chair, and hanging plants.

9. The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Mid City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (395 reviews)
"Good and decent breakfast and good wifi!"
United States
Heejin
The Rumi Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

10. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (728 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
$95 nightly
The price is $109
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Gaslamp Hostel
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean.

11. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff who help in a moment's notice no matter what happens during your trip."
United States
Jennifer
$79 nightly
The price is $90
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
An outdoor seating area with a purple sofa, a round table, and a wooden deck.

12. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (327 reviews)
"Great atmosphere. Hosts took care of us well."
United States
Fabian
$127 nightly
The price is $145
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Rosemary Silverlake
A modern living room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a potted bonsai tree, and a large plant.

13. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (225 reviews)
"Loved my stay."
United States
Senen
$78 nightly
The price is $89
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

14. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (485 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
$104 nightly
The price is $121
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

15. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"Highly recommended."
United States
NAYA
$121 nightly
The price is $138
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

16. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (411 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff and clean room. Bonus with the carpark if you book a private room"
Australia
Susan
$99 nightly
The price is $115
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

17. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (260 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
A sandy beach with palm trees and a bridge in the background.

18. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (435 reviews)
"The rooms are clean, the staff is helpful, and the place is in the center of downtown, so you can easily access all the major museums and places to visit."
Canada
Marcelo
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

19. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (737 reviews)
"The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience."
United States
Elickson
$52 nightly
The price is $61
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

20. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (78 reviews)
"Very nice. All you need if you’re traveling alone or with another person. Showers are small but capable and comes with soaps, towels, sink in the bedroom. Would stay here again!"
United States
Calum
$89 nightly
The price is $101
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
La Ventana
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent
"Had an excellent stay will be back again!"
Alexander 1-night trip
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Price trends for hotels in California

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December
March
$85
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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
5,852
Accommodation
115 Hostels
Lowest Price
$43
Highest Price
$145

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