A coastal town with a beach, houses, and hills in the background.

Hostels in California

Compare and save

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
Jul 10 - Jul 12
In two weeks
Jul 17 - Jul 19
In one month
Jul 31 - Aug 2
In two months
Aug 28 - Aug 30

Top Cities in California

A coastal area with buildings on a hillside overlooking the ocean.
HostelsHostels

San Diego

San Diego

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, (915 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 NT$4,459
NT$5,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is NT$2,485
NT$2,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (884 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 NT$1,823
NT$2,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Stay Classy Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (626 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 NT$4,072
NT$4,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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, (528 reviews)
"Busy and fun place to stay"
United States
Samantha
The price is NT$2,442
NT$2,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"We love this place! Welcoming. Affordable. Great location."
United States
Tamara
The price is NT$2,195
NT$2,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
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, (450 reviews)
"I had a pleasant stay.. costing less safe and secure .."
United States
Rahul
The price is NT$2,838
NT$3,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
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, (223 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is NT$5,786
NT$6,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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 NT$1,083
NT$1,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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, (711 reviews)
"The place is very good, everything is clean"
United States
Yasmin
The price is NT$2,033
NT$2,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Private kitchen

Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (76 reviews)
"Excellent people. Clean and very accomadating"
United States
barry
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 NT$3,186
NT$3,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 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 NT$3,526
NT$4,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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, (366 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 NT$1,071
NT$1,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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 NT$1,089
NT$1,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 NT$4,323
NT$4,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Economy Room with Shared Rest Room | Bathroom | Towels, soap, toilet paper

Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (267 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is NT$1,787
NT$1,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Randolph Hotel
Townhome, Multiple Beds | 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, (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 NT$3,120
NT$3,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Women only | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top California Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"We enjoyed the breakfast. Room was clean. Great location."
Natasha 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Find out more about California

California Hostels information

Number of reviews
8,278
Accommodation
101 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,235
Highest Price
NT$6,596

Explore a world of travel with Expedia