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Our top choices for California hostels

Courtyard

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, (927 reviews)
"I recommend the place; it's very cozy."
United States
Eduardo
The price is HK$956
HK$1,102 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is HK$594
HK$677 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (892 reviews)
"Great staff, check in was super easy and upon walking inside the building I felt super welcomed and its very clean and super comfortable"
United States
Miguel
The price is HK$413
HK$470 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Stay Classy Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (635 reviews)
"It was clean, everyone was friendly, and all necessary information was clearly communicated. Would stay again."
United States
Benjamin
The price is HK$900
HK$1,024 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Gaslamp Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (535 reviews)
"Busy and fun place to stay"
United States
Samantha
The price is HK$564
HK$638 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Best hostel in my lives"
United States
Jieyuan
The price is HK$490
HK$575 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby sitting area

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"Perfect for a solo traveler! This hostel is very affordable and safe, especially thanks to the 4-person female dorms. The common areas are perfect for meeting people and having a good time. I had an excellent week-long stay in the heart of San Francisco and it was good quality for the price of the stay."
Canada
Jennifer
The price is HK$698
HK$813 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Mid City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (382 reviews)
"I love how cold the room was :)"
United States
Miichi
The Rumi Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is HK$775
HK$884 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Living area

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.0 out of 10, (151 reviews)
"Definitely a budget place good for emergencies for sure."
United States
Dalana
The price is HK$267
HK$304 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Boutique HomeStay
On the beach

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (718 reviews)
"Right on the beach. For the price, it’s a great place to stay. Everyone in my room was kind. Also they have activities if you have looking for things to do"
United States
Khadijah
The price is HK$477
HK$545 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Private kitchen

Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (76 reviews)
"Great property "
United States
Juan Bosco
Green HomeStay
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (704 reviews)
"great place, quick stay!"
United States
LaQuetta
The price is HK$783
HK$892 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (450 reviews)
"Clean, well maintained, great staff, everything good."
United States
Kevin
The price is HK$494
HK$575 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (369 reviews)
"Check in was smooth had 0 problems. Rooms were nice and loved how rooms had restroom and shower access. Location was right on busline to Golden Gate Bridge!"
United States
Jesus
The price is HK$869
HK$1,011 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (9 reviews)
"The photos of the hostel rooms felt spacious but actual room was very small and not the same as in photos though very helpful staff and love the hospitality"
United States
Nevil
The price is HK$268
HK$408 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Bposhtels San Francisco
On the beach

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (253 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay and right on the beach. The plaza area was a fun bonus and the location… SPECTACULAR!"
United States
Teri
The price is HK$901
HK$1,027 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Towels, soap, toilet paper

Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (273 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is HK$440
HK$462 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Randolph Hotel
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (142 reviews)
"It was a cozy place - one big bed and bathroom and huge closets. BUT - great full sticked kitchen on its own floor. Absolutely great for the price!"
United States
Lydia
The price is HK$486
HK$554 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Burlington Hostel

Burlington Hostel
1.0 star property
Westlake
7.6 out of 10, Good, (229 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Carlos
Burlington Hostel
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Top California Hotel Reviews

The Westin Anaheim Resort

The Westin Anaheim Resort

10/10 Excellent
"18 minute walk to Disneyland entrance. 12 minutes to monorail"
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California Hostels information

Number of reviews
9,362
Accommodation
105 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$304
Highest Price
HK$1,102

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