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Business Class Pod in 3 Bed Female Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property

Western Addition

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (80)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(80)

"Amazing staff. Professional hostel experience. Highly recommended. "

The price is $52

$52

$60 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Chapter San Francisco

Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property

Downtown San Diego

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (416)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(416)

"It was a great experience for my first time in an hostel."

The price is $52

$52

$58 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

Stay Classy Hostel

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area | Free WiFi, bed sheets

The Rumi Hostel

2.0 star property

Koreatown

7.8 out of 10, Good, (194)

7.8/10

Good

(194)

"Clean place"

The Rumi Hostel

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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property

Downtown Santa Monica

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (575)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(575)

"Bathroom cleaning maintenance at 9-11 am was unrealistic. But overall it's a good stay with great restaurants and the Santa Monica pier nearby "

The price is $176

$176

$204 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 12 - Jun 13

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property

Los Angeles

5.8 out of 10, (258)

5.8/10

(258)

"i had a short stay for 2-3 days. The location and price was ideal for my stay. Each dorm has a bathroom, they provide you a towel. The rules are fair for anyone staying who isn’t looking to party where they’re staying. The rules are fair for everyone staying there. I received a roll of toilet paper when I arrived and a towel. There’s wifi. This was my first hostel visit and I didn’t feel at risk at all. I met security guard Glen on my first night and he was a gentleman and ran the place well. I...

Boutique Hostel

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

European Hostel

1.5 star property

Downtown San Francisco

5.4 out of 10, (546)

5.4/10

(546)

"The services by Nick were impressive & courtesy. He showed me the alternative bus to airport & walked to show where the little bus stop is. I checked out early, and he was there to help. Facility is old & not so clean. No towel, mattress was old & thin. No bed bugs though. "

The price is $49

$49

$58 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

European Hostel

Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property

Downtown San Diego

8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (459)

8.4/10

Very Good

(459)

"My stay was excellent, the staff was friendly. The bathroom by my room had a sewerage smell, other than that excellent place for a business trip "

The price is $85

$85

$94 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 24 - Jun 25

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

1.5 star property

Hollywood

8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (715)

8.0/10

Very Good

(715)

"Nice environment, we didn’t have any issues in our stay"

The price is $104

$104

$119 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 19 - Jun 20

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm with Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

ADA- Queen Room with Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

1.5 star property

Cow Hollow

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (147)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(147)

"So friendly and easy to walk to many restaurants as well as public transportation nearby"

The price is $128

$128

$148 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Suite, Private Bathroom, City View | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Normandie Hostel

1.0 star property

Hollywood

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (23)

8.8/10

Excellent

(23)

"Really clean place to work and relax. The private suite mattress was cozy and provided a great night’s rest. Thank you!"

The price is $100

$100

$229 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 4 - Jun 5

Normandie Hostel

Stylish Hostel

1.0 star property

Mid City

5.6 out of 10, (24)

5.6/10

(24)

"You get what you pay for, its fair for the price and good resource if you're trying to save money."

Stylish Hostel

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property

Downtown San Diego

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (342)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(342)

"The Gaslamp Hostel is a great place to stay in Gaslamp. Amazing location, service and staff! Kate, Shannon, Pedro, Madison, Meg, Erika, Isadora, just to name a few, are legends and will make your day and your stay. Totally recommend staying here!"

The price is $125

$125

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

Gaslamp Hostel

Single Bed in a 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2.0 star property

Pacific Beach

7.8 out of 10, Good, (189)

7.8/10

Good

(189)

"The staff is very kind & helpful. "

The price is $167

$167

$187 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 2 - Jun 3

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property

Union Square

7.2 out of 10, Good, (822)

7.2/10

Good

(822)

"Excellent place "

The price is $73

$73

$86 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

Orange Village Hostel

Bed In 8-Bed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

1.0 star property

Point Loma

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (151)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(151)

"Great place. Would come again "

The price is $135

$135

$149 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Private Queen Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property

Downtown San Francisco

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (205)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(205)

"Homey and cute"

The price is $68

$68

$78 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 18 - Jun 19

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property

Downtown San Francisco

8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (58)

8.2/10

Very Good

(58)

"Highly recommended for budget travelers "

The price is $86

$86

$100 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

Amsterdam Hostel

Standard Double Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

1.5 star property

Venice

7.8 out of 10, Good, (496)

7.8/10

Good

(496)

"Very great customer service"

The price is $140

$140

$159 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 2 - Jun 3

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (2 Beds) | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lucky D's Hostel

2.0 star property

Downtown San Diego

7.8 out of 10, Good, (299)

7.8/10

Good

(299)

"Great service & the price is unreal for the area as well as the services & quality of stay. Would do this again"

The price is $87

$87

$96 total

includes taxes & fees

May 30 - May 31

Lucky D's Hostel

Private Double Queen Room | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

HI Sacramento Hostel

1.5 star property

Downtown Sacramento

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (352)

8.6/10

Excellent

(352)

"Well located hostel with an excellent breakfast. "

The price is $61

$61

$71 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

HI Sacramento Hostel

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California Hostels information

Number of reviews	6,314
Accommodation	94 Hostels
Lowest Price	$49
Highest Price	$176

Price trends for Hostels in California

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May	July	$99

Month	Price
January	$101
February	$101
March	$121
April	$123
May	$94
June	$99
July	$126
August	$118
September	$120
October	$111
November	$97
December	$97

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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5/5 Excellent

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel

5/5 Excellent

"the staff was courteous and helpful; the room was amazing, although the bathroom could use an update. the view from the corner room is incredible. will definitely stay here again. "

A verified traveler stayed at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel

Posted 10 hours ago

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