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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, (920 reviews)
"It was very nice and in a great location. There were many options for meeting people and a communal area with a pool table and kitchen. The restrooms were clean and the room had a comfortable bed."
United States
christina
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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, (885 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 AU$94
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Stay Classy Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (628 reviews)
"Really enjoyed check in and staying there, simple and easy. 100% would go back and recommend to others"
United States
Chloe
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 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, (530 reviews)
"Busy and fun place to stay"
United States
Samantha
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"We love this place! Welcoming. Affordable. Great location."
United States
Tamara
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
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, (451 reviews)
"I had a pleasant stay.. costing less safe and secure .."
United States
Rahul
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Koreatown
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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Living area

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.0 out of 10, (147 reviews)
"Definitely a budget place good for emergencies for sure."
United States
Dalana
The price is AU$56
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
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, (714 reviews)
"Amazing location, friendly and accommodating staff. Had a great stay in a private room. "
Canada
Stefanie
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Private kitchen

Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (76 reviews)
"People were friendly it was cool"
United States
Turah
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, (701 reviews)
"great place, quick stay!"
United States
LaQuetta
The price is AU$164
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, (449 reviews)
"Everyone was so nice at the hostel and knowledgeable about the City and Really were helping out a lot when I needed any questions answered. I would definitely tell my friends and family to stay here. Thanks a lot lot chapter."
United States
Shannon
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
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, (367 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 AU$56
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
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 AU$66
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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, (252 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 AU$264
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
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, (268 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Randolph Hotel
Townhome, Multiple Beds

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (139 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 AU$97
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Women only

Burlington Hostel

Burlington Hostel
1.0 star property
Westlake
7.6 out of 10, Good, (228 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Carlos
Burlington Hostel
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

10/10 Excellent
"All good"
Rupali 2-night trip
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Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

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California Hostels information

Number of reviews
8,294
Accommodation
105 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$56
Highest Price
AU$265

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