California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Beach hostel with free breakfast and beach bars

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Where to?

Dates

September 2025

October 2025

In the heart of Pacific Beach, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offers a vibrant beach lifestyle with 15 beach bars, a grocery store, and free continental breakfast. Get active with cycling, fitness classes, and beach yoga or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace while enjoying shopping on site.

Very good

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Bar
Laundry
Housekeeping
Kitchen
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 16 - Sept 17

Tomorrow

Sept 17 - Sept 18

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

42 sq m
Sleeps 1
14 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room (Private Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bunk Bed

10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

42 sq m
Sleeps 1
10 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room (Private Room)

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bunk Bed

About the area

743 Emerald Street, San Diego, CA, 92109

What's nearby

Pacific Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Crystal Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mission Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mission Bay - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
SeaWorld - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mavericks Beach Club - ‬4 min walk
‪Tower23 - ‬3 min walk
‪JRDN Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪Thrusters Lounge - ‬1 min walk
‪The Baked Bear - ‬3 min walk

About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Hostel near USS Midway Museum

Located close to La Jolla Cove and Salk Institute for Biological Studies, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach provides free continental breakfast, 15 beach bars and a corner/local shop. Adventurous travellers may like the beach yoga, fitness classes and cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

Free self-parking
Bike hire, express check-out and beach umbrellas
Coffee/tea in reception, ATM/banking services and a TV in reception

Room features

All guest rooms at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offer comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

2 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and communal kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free offsite parking within 6 metres
Street parking available
Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
15 beach bars
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Beach yoga
Bicycle rentals
Fitness classes
Library
Shopping
Surf lessons
TV in common areas

Conveniences

ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Guidebooks
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Grab bar near toilet
Handrails in stairways
Low-height counter and sink
No lift (single-level property)
Raised toilet seat
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

1 building
1 floor
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Premium bedding

Bathroom

2 shared bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Microwave
Mixer
Oven
Paper towels
Restaurant dining guides
Separate dining area
Shared kitchen access
Spices
Toaster
Toaster oven

Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Laundry detergent
Phone
Separate sitting area
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 2:30 AM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 17 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property Registration Number Passport is required to check-in

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Dreams Hostel

California Dreams Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach on 23 Sept 2025 start from AU$204.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach located?

Located in Pacific Beach, this beach hostel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from La Jolla Cove, and within 12 mi (20 km) of USS Midway Museum and Cabrillo National Monument. Salk Institute for Biological Studies and Torrey Pines Gliderport are also within 12 mi (20 km).