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Our top choices for El Cajon hostels

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Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (499 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean and nice people!"
United States
Christine
The price is NT$2,124
NT$2,398 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Exterior

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (216 reviews)
"Staff went above and beyond to be friendly. Super clean and good, safe vibes. Quiet too"
United States
Ally
The price is NT$2,968
NT$3,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
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, (680 reviews)
"Great location and amazing staff!"
United States
Karen Jean
The price is NT$2,812
NT$3,204 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Living area

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (213 reviews)
"Staff was great, all areas of the property were clean and I felt safe"
United States
Jessi
The price is NT$3,032
NT$3,419 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite (Shared Bathroom) | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, paper towels

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (55 reviews)
"Everything was provided for a comfortable stay and property was clean "
United Kingdom
Dan
The price is NT$2,243
NT$4,310 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
La Ventana
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, (853 reviews)
"Clean, secure, easy to stay, good location"
United States
Travis
The price is NT$1,806
NT$2,055 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Stay Classy Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (603 reviews)
"Amazing Place To Stay."
United States
Stephen d
The price is NT$3,593
NT$4,087 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Gaslamp Hostel
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (254 reviews)
"Awesome 💯"
United States
Michael
The price is NT$888
NT$2,625 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Hostel on 3rd
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (134 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, thanks "
United States
CHANGHU
The price is NT$4,511
NT$5,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (387 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is NT$3,448
NT$3,922 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Lucky D's Hostel
Lobby

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
The price is NT$1,987
NT$2,261 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Sundeck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (259 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Xihao
The price is NT$1,920
NT$2,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Exterior

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (307 reviews)
"I woke up itching and found that I had a squashed a bed bug on my arm. I found another live bed bug crawling on my bed. I told the staff and they moved me to a different room (which they said didn’t have bed bugs and I wondered why people weren’t already sleeping there?) This seemed to be a common occurrence here and I feel like they may have already known about their bed bug problems."
United States
Griffin
The price is NT$1,107
NT$1,259 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
RK Hostel San Diego
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

6/10 Okay
"The room was clean and the staff was accommodating. However we probably had the worst room in the entire place. It was so farthest away from the pool area which is lovely. And it was the closest to the busy street and quite loud. It was 61° and the pool was not heated so that was a bummer. Overall I got my money's worth that's what was important."
Elizabeth 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
California Suites Hotel

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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,460
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,259
Highest Price
NT$5,086

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: The Sofia Hotel - 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 16.1 mi (26 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 20-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in El Cajon?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in El Cajon?
In general, El Cajon is known for its cafes, breweries, and golfing. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park. Get out into nature with places like Lake Jennings, The Water Conservation Garden, and El Capitan Reservoir. Cultural attractions include The Magnolia, Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center, and Knox House Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around El Cajon while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in El Cajon in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.

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