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Top Cities with Hostels in California

Los Angeles which includes a sunset, a city and landscape views
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Los Angeles

Nov 8 - Nov 9
from $44
per night/room
Los Angeles
Sacramento featuring heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
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Sacramento

Sacramento
Marina District featuring a bay or harbor
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San Diego

Oct 26 - Oct 27
from $25
per night/room
San Diego
San Francisco which includes a bay or harbor and a bridge
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San Francisco

Nov 16 - Nov 17
from $53
per night/room
San Francisco

Featured Hostels in California

Samesun Hollywood

Samesun Hollywood

1.5 out of 5
6820 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $105 per night
Samesun Hollywood features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and an ATM.
HI Santa Monica Hostel

HI Santa Monica Hostel

2 out of 5
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $95 per night
Guests of HI Santa Monica Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and microwave in a common area. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, access to locker space, and concierge services. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a library, and a terrace.
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

2 out of 5
5920 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Free Cancellation
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The price is $78 per night
At Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a garden.
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2 out of 5
707 Reed Avenue, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
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The price is $89 per night
Guests of ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Self parking is available for USD 20 per day. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Other amenities at this beach hostel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.
The Steady

The Steady

2 out of 5
4302 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $44 per night
The Steady features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage. This adults-only hostel also has a water dispenser.
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2 out of 5
3790 Udall St, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
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The price is $60 per night
At California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach, guests have access to a spa tub, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. There's free offsite parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and access to locker space. This hostel also has laundry facilities.
European Hostel

European Hostel

1.5 out of 5
761 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $53 per night
Guests of European Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and an ATM.
Samesun Venice Beach

Samesun Venice Beach

1.5 out of 5
25 Windward Ave, Venice, CA
The price is $87 per night
Samesun Venice Beach features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free offsite parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. This adults-only hostel also has an ATM.
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2 out of 5
726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $85 per night
Guests of Gaslamp Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
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Book a hostel in California
Life is an adventure, and you can experience it all—without breaking the bank. Don’t ignore your free spirit when you travel: stay spontaneous with hostels in California. They’re flexible, fun and never have a dull moment, just like you. Plus, the budget friendly nature of a hostel means you can stay longer and check out everything California has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at California hostels. Backpackers, students, and young travelers flock to hostels for their community feel. They’re a great place to meet fellow travel junkies from all over the world and make new friends that will help you get the most out of California.

Hostels let you really see California
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in California. Some include private rooms, while others offer double beds or bunk beds, so your whole crew can split the cost. If you’re traveling alone, hostels are the perfect way to find your California family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.  

Youth hostels in California are the best way to see the sights without losing your savings. Perks can include free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and options for private rooms and bathrooms. Some hostels also include common areas where you can cook and share meals together, reheat leftovers, or just gather around to swap stories. The manager is likely a local who will be able to suggest new spots in California for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. California isn’t going to explore itself.