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Stay Classy Hostel
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (724)
"Great stay’ "
Stay Classy Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (315)
"Very reasonably priced and great location"
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (624)
"Great spot in the gaslamp district. Easy and affordable for a quick weekend trip "
The price is HK$658
HK$750 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Gaslamp Hostel
Shared kitchen facilities

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (509)
"Good for simple stays"
Gaslamp Hostel
Hostel on 3rd
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (223)
"Only option if you staying for one night and you don’t have other place to go."
Hostel on 3rd
La Ventana
View from room

La Ventana

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (24)
"Location and property cleanliness was perfect. I would definitely stay again."
The price is HK$387
HK$786 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
La Ventana
Lucky D's Hostel
Shared kitchen

Lucky D's Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (363)
"Great location in the middle of the chaotic Gaslamp district "
The price is HK$595
HK$677 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Lucky D's Hostel
RK Hostel San Diego
Exterior

RK Hostel San Diego

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (284)
"Good location"
The price is HK$260
HK$671 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
RK Hostel San Diego
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (193)
"Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good."
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Living area

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
"Nice little hostel. Good stay. "
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
View from property

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (119)
"Love it, when I'm 58 years old.. and the stuff very nice all young girls but they very nice."
The price is HK$685
HK$772 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Sun deck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (248)
"Everyone was so cool and welcoming"
The price is HK$799
HK$900 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Courtyard

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (395)
"It was a nice stay. Comfortable room"
The price is HK$402
HK$457 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (83)
"Good place to stay at"
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
ITH CoLive Little Italy
Terrace/patio

ITH CoLive Little Italy

1.0 star property
ITH CoLive Little Italy
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel with great restaurants. We really enjoyed out breakfast. "
Minerva 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Pendry San Diego

Find out more about El Cajon

Find out more about El Cajon

El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,277
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$457
Highest Price
HK$900

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
Our customers like these accommodations in the area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Wyndham San Diego Bayside - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in El Cajon?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 341 mm.
What is there to see and do in El Cajon?
In general, El Cajon is known for its cafes, breweries and golf. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay and Petco Park. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Jennings, The Water Conservation Garden and Balboa Park. 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 and around 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 centre. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), situated 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station and Gillespie Field Station.

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