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Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (484 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean and nice people!"
United States
Christine
$70 nightly
The price is $79
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (214 reviews)
"I just needed a place to sleep for one night, nothing fancy. And for the price this total fit the bill! "
United States
Henry
$99 nightly
The price is $112
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (679 reviews)
"Great location and amazing staff!"
United States
Karen Jean
$85 nightly
The price is $96
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and very welcoming!! "
United States
Natalie
$107 nightly
The price is $120
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (852 reviews)
"Clean, secure, easy to stay, good location"
United States
Travis
$62 nightly
The price is $70
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (591 reviews)
"Amazing Place To Stay."
United States
Stephen d
$126 nightly
The price is $143
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Gaslamp Hostel

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Everything was provided for a comfortable stay and property was clean "
United Kingdom
Dan
$111 nightly
The price is $127
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
La Ventana

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (134 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, thanks "
United States
CHANGHU
$132 nightly
The price is $149
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (252 reviews)
"Amazing value for the cost. Pleasent people."
United States
James
$75 nightly
The price is $85
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel on 3rd

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
$70 nightly
The price is $80
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare San Diego - Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (385 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
$98 nightly
The price is $111
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Lucky D's Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (258 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Xihao
$62 nightly
The price is $70
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (304 reviews)
"Excellent location. Little Italy nearby."
United States
Joyce
$35 nightly
The price is $40
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
RK Hostel San Diego
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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,941
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
$40
Highest Price
$149

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: Sycuan Casino Resort - 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 16.1 mi (26 km) from the heart of El Cajon. 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, Mission Bay, and Petco Park. 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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