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Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (417 reviews)
"Clean rooms, decent staff, decent breakfast, good location"
United States
Minhaz
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"The staff here are terrific and the kitchen is awesome "
United States
Jason
The price is NT$2,483
NT$2,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (555 reviews)
"The staff was always so nice and friendly, breakfast options were just cereals. The room and bathrooms were always clean so 10/10 "
United States
Adriana
Gaslamp Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (656 reviews)
"Great staff, clean, great location. Free coffee and tea and a good kitchen."
United States
Brenda
The price is NT$2,652
NT$3,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here"
United States
Maddy
The price is NT$2,793
NT$3,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (810 reviews)
"The room was clean!"
United States
Jiho
Stay Classy Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (206 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and very welcoming!! "
United States
Natalie
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (239 reviews)
"Every thing was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is NT$1,234
NT$3,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Hostel on 3rd

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.8 out of 10, (40 reviews)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
La Ventana

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (374 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Eder Plinio
The price is NT$2,884
NT$3,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Lucky D's Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (255 reviews)
"What an amazing bunch of people running the most comfortable place in all of San Diego. "
United States
Jerry
The price is NT$4,706
NT$5,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (294 reviews)
"It’s dirty. The bathroom is so dirty. Please fix the broken windows. I don’t want to recommend this place. "
United States
Marifel
The price is NT$1,100
NT$1,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
RK Hostel San Diego
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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,254
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,251
Highest Price
NT$5,306

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travelers: Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 16.1 mi (26 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, El Capitan Reservoir, and The Water Conservation Garden. 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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