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Featured Hostels in California

HI Santa Monica Hostel

HI Santa Monica Hostel

2 out of 5
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
The price is $125 per night
$125
per night
Dec 18 - Dec 19
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 concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a library, and a terrace.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 out of 5
411 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $61 per night
$61
per night
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Orange Village Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a TV in a common area, and a water dispenser.
Free WiFi
Breakfast included
LA Modern Hostel

LA Modern Hostel

1 out of 5
2125 S West View St, Los Angeles, CA, 90016
Guests staying at LA Modern Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and access to locker space.
Free WiFi
Laundry
Anchor Pointe Inn

Anchor Pointe Inn

2 out of 5
111 E C St, Wilmington, CA, 90744
The price is $74 per night
$74
per night
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Guests of Anchor Pointe Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and express check-out. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a communal living room.
Free WiFi
Parking included
The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel

2 out of 5
820 S Oxford Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90005
The price is $31 per night
$31
per night
Dec 11 - Dec 12
The Rumi Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a convenience store.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

2 out of 5
5920 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90028
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $88 per night
$88
per night
Dec 11 - Dec 12
At Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. Self parking is available for USD 9 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
HI San Diego Downtown

HI San Diego Downtown

1.5 out of 5
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, 92101
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $94 per night
$94
per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16
HI San Diego Downtown features free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and an arcade/game room. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, laundry facilities, and an ATM.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
European Hostel

European Hostel

1.5 out of 5
761 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $55 per night
$55
per night
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Guests of European Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You'll find limited parking. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, an ATM, and a picnic area.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Orange Drive Hostel

Orange Drive Hostel

1.5 out of 5
1764 North Orange Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90028
Free Cancellation
The price is $111 per night
$111
per night
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Orange Drive Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and coffee in a common area. If you drive, self parking is USD 10.00 per day, or you can take advantage of the shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for USD 21 per person. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, an ATM, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Hostels

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.