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Hostels in El Cajon

Stay Classy Hostel
1 bedroom, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (666)
"The staff are very friendly and helpful. The property was very clean and easy to stay in."
Stay Classy Hostel
Gaslamp Hostel
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (484)
"Good location excellent staff everything in area is walkable"
Gaslamp Hostel
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (604)
"Love this place super convenient and Great staff"
The price is NT$2,536
NT$2,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Bed In 8-Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (288)
"Thank you George For Having Coffee and Breakfast ready in the Morning - The place is Great for a short stay. Pretty center to restaurants shops and the Beach. "
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lucky D's Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (2 Beds) | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

Lucky D's Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (354)
"It’s a good spot "
Lucky D's Hostel
Hostel on 3rd
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (212)
"Only option if you staying for one night and you don’t have other place to go."
Hostel on 3rd
RK Hostel San Diego
Exterior

RK Hostel San Diego

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (280)
"Good location"
The price is NT$1,001
NT$2,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
RK Hostel San Diego
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Living area

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179)
"Great"
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
View from property

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (119)
"Love it, when I'm 58 years old.. and the stuff very nice all young girls but they very nice."
The price is NT$4,481
NT$5,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Sundeck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (234)
"The beach is amazing location is amazing building is super old and and falling apart. a dog lives on the property so be careful where you step not cool! Pee and poop the guests we're amazing. made some good friends employees we cool "
The price is NT$4,500
NT$5,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Courtyard

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (390)
"Another great stay."
The price is NT$2,734
NT$3,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (81)
"It was really chill, pillows need some love"
The price is NT$2,158
NT$2,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (188)
"Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good."
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
La Ventana
Ecotours

La Ventana

2.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (14)
"Highly recommend! Staff was very kind and able to accommodate us at an earlier time, very easy check in and check out, very comfortable and quiet"
La Ventana
ITH CoLive Little Italy
Terrace/patio

ITH CoLive Little Italy

1.0 star property
ITH CoLive Little Italy
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"Nice stay, but the bathtub facet was leaking/running in room 407."
Phillip 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

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: Handlery Hotel - 12.4 mi (20 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool.
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 Balboa Park. 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.