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Hostels in California

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219 Hostels in California

Hi Sacramento Hostel - California
9.1Excellent 1360 reviews
California
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A$325/nighttotal: A$650 (2 )

Hi Sacramento Hostel

hostel - Sacramento
Hi Sacramento Hostel is located in the heart of Central Sacramento, just a short distance from the Old Sacramento Historic District and Sacramento International Airport. It has received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience, making it a popular choice for travellers.
The hostel offers a range of shared rooms, each with a private bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen for guests to prepare their own meals. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a games room, a terrace, and a bar, making it a social and fun place to stay.
Hi San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel - California
8.9Very good 4668 reviews
California
4 1
A$233/nighttotal: A$2097 (9 )

Hi San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel

hostel - San Francisco
Hi San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel is located in the bustling Fisherman's Wharf area, just a short distance from Pier 39 and the famous sea lions. The hostel is highly rated for its cleanliness, location and overall experience.
This hostel offers a communal lounge, TV room, recreation room, and kitchen, giving guests plenty of opportunities to socialise with fellow travellers. Guests can also enjoy a terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, fitness centre and parking, along with free Wi-Fi, daily activities, a tour desk, and luggage storage.
HI San Diego Downtown Hostel - California
8.6Very good 4038 reviews
California
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A$369/nighttotal: A$2583 (7 )

HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

hostel - San Diego
Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel is situated in the Gaslamp Quarter, a lively district, just three miles from Balboa Park and a two-minute drive from Petco Park. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a choice of private rooms with en-suite facilities and dorm rooms with personal lockers. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fully-equipped kitchen, a garden, and a fitness centre, as well as 24-hour reception and no curfew.
Samesun Venice Beach - California
8.0Very good 9823 reviews
California
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A$405/nighttotal: A$3645 (9 )

Samesun Venice Beach

hostel - Los Angeles
Samesun Venice Beach is a hostel located directly on Venice Beach Boardwalk, just a short walk from Muscle Beach and Venice Skate Park. It has received very good user ratings, an excellent location rating, and a good cleanliness rating.
The hostel offers a range of rooms, including dorms with individual lockers and reading lamps. Guests can enjoy complimentary breakfast and WiFi, as well as free linen and laundry facilities. There are also free boogie boards and paddle tennis rentals available, along with the option to rent bicycles or take tours to explore the local area.
International Travelers House Downtown Hostel - California
8.9Very good 3507 reviews
California
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A$372/nighttotal: A$2604 (7 )

International Travelers House Downtown Hostel

hostel - San Diego
The International Travelers House Adventure Hostel is conveniently located in Central San Diego, just a short drive from attractions like the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. The hostel has consistently received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel is housed in two historic Victorian buildings, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a range of free amenities, including WiFi, breakfast, and guided local activities, as well as social events and activities like surfing, snorkeling, and brewery tours.
Moderne Hostel - California
8.2Very good 2162 reviews
California
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A$174/nighttotal: A$1218 (7 )

Moderne Hostel

hostel - Mammoth Lakes
Moderne Hostel is located in Mammoth Lakes, California, just 4.4 miles from Mammoth Mountain and 29 miles from Yosemite Tioga Pass, offering easy access to both the ski resort and the scenic pass. This hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and its location is rated excellent.
The hostel features a shared lounge for socialising and a kitchen equipped with a fridge and microwave. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a fitness centre, and free parking. Moderne Hostel also offers a free shuttle service, barbecue facilities, and is ideally situated for exploring the many hiking trails in the area.
Hi - San Luis Obispo Hostel - California
8.3Very good 707 reviews
California
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A$134/nightfor 1 night

Hi - San Luis Obispo Hostel

hostel - San Luis Obispo
Hi - San Luis Obispo Hostel is located in San Luis Obispo, a short drive from the beaches of Shell Beach and Pismo State Beach and close to local wineries. It has received very good ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a shared lounge with a fireplace, piano, guitar, and board games, as well as a terrace or balcony. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, lockers, and parking.
Samesun Ocean Beach - California
9.3Excellent 3833 reviews
California
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A$383/nighttotal: A$766 (2 )

Samesun Ocean Beach

hostel - San Diego
Samesun Ocean Beach is a beachfront hostel in Ocean Beach, San Diego, just a 3-minute walk from the beach and a short drive from Sunset Cliffs. It has consistently received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a choice of shared or private rooms and features a communal lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, use the shared kitchen, and benefit from free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and parking.
HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel - California
9.1Excellent 11238 reviews
California
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A$140/nighttotal: A$980 (7 )

HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel

hostel - Santa Monica
Hi Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel is located just a stone's throw from the famous Santa Monica beach, right next to the bustling Third Street Promenade. It has consistently received excellent ratings for location and user experience, with a very good score for cleanliness.
This large hostel offers a wide range of amenities to make your stay enjoyable, including a kitchen, terrace, garden, bar, fitness centre and parking. The hostel also has a concierge service and a social atmosphere, making it a great place to meet other travellers.
Santa Cruz Hostel - California
9.6Excellent 803 reviews
California
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A$345/nightfor 1 night

Santa Cruz Hostel

hostel - Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Hostel is located just a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, in the heart of the action, with Pacific Avenue and its shops and restaurants within easy reach. It has consistently received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel has a communal feel, perfect for meeting other travellers. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy the sunshine on the terrace, or make use of the barbecue facilities.
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel - California
8.8Very good 1335 reviews
California
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A$329/nighttotal: A$658 (2 )

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel

hostel - San Francisco
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel is located in the Financial District, a short walk from Union Square and within a mile and a half of popular attractions like Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and Alcatraz. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for location.
The hostel features a single bedroom and a shared kitchen and lounge, spread over 19 square metres. The hostel provides a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and shared bathrooms with showers and hairdryers.
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego - California
8.2Very good 2220 reviews
California
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A$80/nighttotal: A$240 (3 )

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego

hostel - San Diego
The Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego is situated directly on the Pacific Beach boardwalk, just a short distance from Belmont Amusement Park, SeaWorld San Diego, and the University of San Diego. The hostel has received very good user ratings, with an excellent location rating and a good cleanliness rating.
The hostel offers a range of shared rooms and features a communal kitchen, a swimming pool, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can enjoy a free continental breakfast, relax in the shared lounge, use the workstations, play table tennis, and make use of the BBQ facilities.

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Best California hostels with breakfast

Among the 219 accommodations in California, here are the 8 best hostels with breakfast

Banana Bungalow West Hollywood - California
8.1Very good 4589 reviews
California
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A$60/nighttotal: A$180 (3 )

Banana Bungalow West Hollywood

hostel - Los Angeles
Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel is in West Hollywood, just a short distance from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Hollywood Bowl, making it a great base for exploring the city. The hostel has received very good ratings for its location and overall experience, with a good rating for cleanliness.
The hostel offers comfortable accommodation in rooms measuring 23 square metres, each with a bedroom and bathroom. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a fitness centre, terrace, garden, parking, and free breakfast, as well as activities like table tennis and billiards.
Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel - California
8.7Very good 10917 reviews
California
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A$124/nighttotal: A$372 (3 )

Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel

hostel - San Francisco
Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel is conveniently located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, just a short walk from Union Square and Chinatown. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for location.
The hostel offers a range of room types, including private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Guests have access to a shared kitchen, lounge, and laundry facilities, as well as a bar and fitness centre.
1 Bed In Mixed Dorm W/ocean View At Surf Hostel - California
8.7Very good 3410 reviews
California
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A$104/nighttotal: A$2184 (21 )

1 Bed In Mixed Dorm W/ocean View At Surf Hostel

B&B - Hermosa Beach
ITH Surf City Hostel Hermosa Beach is located just a block from the beach in Hermosa Beach, a short distance from Los Angeles, Anaheim and Long Beach. It has received very good user ratings, with excellent location and good cleanliness ratings.
The hostel offers shared dormitory accommodation for travellers. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, surfboards and bicycle rentals, and a bar.
Banana Bungalow Hollywood - California
8.1Very good 8726 reviews
California
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A$401/nightfor 1 night

Banana Bungalow Hollywood

hostel - Los Angeles
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel is located in Hollywood, within easy walking distance of the Capitol Records Building and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The hostel has a very good user rating and location rating, as well as a good cleanliness rating.
The hostel has a shared lounge, billiards lounge, and courtyard with basketball, foosball, and table tennis. Guests have access to a shared kitchen, a movie lounge, Tiki Garden, and a karaoke stage.
Private Bunk Bed Room @Sf Hostel #1 - California
9.3Excellent 4993 reviews
California
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A$234/nighttotal: A$1638 (7 )

Private Bunk Bed Room @Sf Hostel #1

B&B - San Francisco
The Green Tortoise Hostel is located in San Francisco's lively North Beach Little Italy district, just a short walk from City Lights Bookstore and the entertainment district. This hostel has consistently received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel features a communal kitchen, a dedicated workspace for remote workers, and a large social space for guests to mingle. Amenities include a free daily breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a pool table, ping pong table, books, games, and complimentary coffee and tea.
Ith Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center - California
9.2Excellent 775 reviews
California
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A$808/nighttotal: A$2424 (3 )

Ith Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center

hostel - Big Bear Lake
The Ith Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center is located near Big Bear Lake, a short drive from Snow Summit Mountain Resort and Lake Arrowhead, offering easy access to the area's attractions. The hostel has consistently received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel provides a range of accommodation options, including rooms with lake or garden views. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, such as a Jacuzzi, a terrace, a garden, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, and free parking. The hostel also offers complimentary activities, such as boat rides, archery, and hiking excursions.
Gaslamp Hostel - California
8.8Very good 4619 reviews
California
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A$209/nighttotal: A$5016 (24 )

Gaslamp Hostel

hostel - San Diego
Gaslamp Hostel is located in Downtown San Diego, within walking distance of the San Diego Convention Center, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and USS Midway Museum, making it a great base for exploring the city's attractions. It has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for location.
The hostel offers shared rooms with air conditioning and a shared lounge with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, a bar, and a kitchen with a fridge and microwave.
Samesun Hollywood - California
8.1Very good 7993 reviews
California
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A$309/nightfor 1 night

Samesun Hollywood

hostel - Los Angeles
Samesun Hollywood is situated on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, directly across from the Hollywood/Highland Metro Station, putting you right in the heart of the action. The hostel enjoys very good user ratings, with particular praise for its excellent location and good cleanliness.
The hostel offers a range of room types, including private rooms and shared dormitories. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception, a shared kitchen, and continental breakfast, as well as access to a billiards table and table football.

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