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Our top choices for California hostels

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (948 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
The price is NT$1,709
NT$1,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Stay Classy Hostel
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

2. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (582 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
The price is NT$1,897
NT$2,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A modern living room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a potted bonsai tree, and a large plant.

3. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (196 reviews)
"I loved this place"
United States
Nabila
The price is NT$2,214
NT$2,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a modern design.

4. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (198 reviews)
"Everything was great! The hostel was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming. The location was convenient, and I had everything I needed during my stay. Great value for the price. I had a very pleasant experience and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended!"
United States
Uuganbayar
The price is NT$807
NT$920 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Boutique HomeStay
A wooden deck with a stone bench, a metal chair, and hanging plants.

5. The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Mid City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (386 reviews)
"Better breakfast"
United States
Monet
The Rumi Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

6. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Location is really good right in front of a metro station in Hollywood, safe neighborhood! Have breakfast and free water"
United States
Dan
The price is NT$2,455
NT$2,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

7. 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, (965 reviews)
"Great property. Affordable"
United States
Justin
The price is NT$3,281
NT$3,780 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"Great and cheap stay with great and friendly staff and just as friendly guests."
United States
Prahlad
The price is NT$3,873
NT$4,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

9. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (473 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is NT$2,819
NT$3,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a herringbone floor, and pendant lighting.

10. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
The price is NT$1,282
NT$1,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Bposhtels San Francisco
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

11. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (400 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
The price is NT$3,740
NT$4,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

12. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (685 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is NT$3,766
NT$4,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Gaslamp Hostel
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

13. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (726 reviews)
"Super great value, for people looking to stay for cheap, & for people not from the US who are looking to bond with others that are staying with them"
United States
Andrew
The price is NT$2,276
NT$2,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A modern kitchen with grey cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

14. Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (77 reviews)
"Great property "
United States
Juan Bosco
Green HomeStay
A hallway with green doors, a restroom sign, and a paper towel dispenser.

15. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (296 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is NT$1,775
NT$1,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Randolph Hotel
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean.

16. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (286 reviews)
"I was a bit worried about staying in a hostel, but didn't need to worry as the staff were excellent, the location stunning, view amazing and all in all had a great stay."
United Kingdom
Jemma
The price is NT$2,593
NT$2,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

17. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (251 reviews)
"Awesome service, staff was well presentable."
United States
Benny
The price is NT$2,411
NT$2,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Amsterdam Hostel
An aerial view of a beach with a large pool area, palm trees, and a coastal cityscape in the background.

18. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (742 reviews)
"Good hostel overall"
United Kingdom
Jack
The price is NT$2,140
NT$2,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

19. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hostel would go to again"
United States
Nathan Chance
The price is NT$2,243
NT$2,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Orange Village Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

20. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is NT$2,278
NT$2,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent
"Great service!"
Melanie 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

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California Hostels information

Number of reviews
8,426
Accommodation
99 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$920
Highest Price
NT$4,415

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