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Our top choices for El Cajon hostels

Lobby sitting area

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"Clean rooms, decent staff, decent breakfast, good location"
United States
Minhaz
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Exterior

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"The staff here are terrific and the kitchen is awesome "
United States
Jason
The price is HK$658
HK$742 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Lobby sitting area

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (656 reviews)
"Great staff, clean, great location. Free coffee and tea and a good kitchen."
United States
Brenda
The price is HK$661
HK$753 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (555 reviews)
"The staff was always so nice and friendly, breakfast options were just cereals. The room and bathrooms were always clean so 10/10 "
United States
Adriana
Gaslamp Hostel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here"
United States
Maddy
The price is HK$696
HK$785 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Living area

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (206 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and very welcoming!! "
United States
Natalie
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Reception

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (810 reviews)
"The room was clean!"
United States
Jiho
Stay Classy Hostel
Private kitchenette

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.8 out of 10, (40 reviews)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
La Ventana
Lobby

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (239 reviews)
"Every thing was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is HK$196
HK$624 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Hostel on 3rd
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (374 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Eder Plinio
The price is HK$719
HK$818 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Lucky D's Hostel
Sun deck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (255 reviews)
"What an amazing bunch of people running the most comfortable place in all of San Diego. "
United States
Jerry
The price is HK$1,376
HK$1,551 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Balcony

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (294 reviews)
"It’s dirty. The bathroom is so dirty. Please fix the broken windows. I don’t want to recommend this place. "
United States
Marifel
The price is HK$274
HK$312 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
RK Hostel San Diego
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent
"The room was great; it was very clean. My only complaint is that the water in the shower wouldn't get very hot. Other than that, it was great, with a perfect view of the city."
Juan 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,253
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$312
Highest Price
HK$1,551

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
You might like the nightly rates at this top lodging option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our customers: Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 16.1 mi (26 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 20-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.
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, El Capitan Reservoir and The Water Conservation Garden. 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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