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Top Cities with Hostels in California

Los Angeles

Hotels

from $60

Oct 20 - Oct 21

per night/room

Los Angeles

San Francisco

Hotels

from $25

Oct 20 - Oct 21

per night/room

San Francisco

San Diego

Hotels

from $25

Oct 29 - Oct 30

per night/room

San Diego

Palm Springs

Hotels

from $38

Nov 2 - Nov 3

per night/room

Palm Springs

Sacramento

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Sacramento

Lake Tahoe

Hotels

from $75

Oct 25 - Oct 26

per night/room

Lake Tahoe

Featured Hostels in California

Price for 1 night 2 adults*

FOUND Hotel San Francisco
FOUND Hotel San Francisco
3.0 out of 5.0 140 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA
$81

Per night/room

Nov 15 - Nov 16

4.9/5 (8 reviews)

Excellent location with great value - The property is newly remodeled so the bathroom/shower, beds and sheets are comfy. Close to several major attractions. Highly recommended!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2020
Guests staying at FOUND Hotel San Francisco enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a communal living room. The front desk has multilingual ...
Orange Drive Hostel
Orange Drive Hostel
1.5 out of 5.0 1764 North Orange Drive, Los Angeles, CA
$66

Per night/room

Oct 29 - Oct 30

4.3/5 (6 reviews)

Good price considering location. Could use more or bigger restroom facilities but otherwise nice place. Will return on next trip to LA

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2019
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, ...
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel and Speakeasy
Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel and Speakeasy
2.0 out of 5.0 10101 West River St, Truckee, CA
$75

Per night/room

Oct 25 - Oct 26

4.3/5 (6 reviews)

If you want to have an ice cream cone at checkin and a beer ice cream float before you check in, this unique hostel is for you.

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2019
At Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel and Speakeasy, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge ...
Walk of Fame Hostel
Walk of Fame Hostel
1.5 out of 5.0 6820 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
$72

Per night/room

Oct 20 - Oct 21

3.9/5 (13 reviews)

We had a great time stsying at the 'Walk of Fame Hostel'. Everything was perfect. Our room only had one light bulb that worked, but the 2 bright lights in the parking lot helped us to see at night. It really wasn't much of an issue for us. Nice, clean and amazing for the location; in the heart of ...

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2020
Walk of Fame Hostel 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 ...
Samesun Venice Beach
Samesun Venice Beach
1.5 out of 5.0 25 Windward Ave, Venice, CA
$81

Per night/room

Oct 20 - Oct 21

3.5/5 (8 reviews)

Location was great. Friendly staff, exactly what I was looking for in a stay while traveling through the area.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2019
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 ...
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 out of 5.0 707 Reed Avenue, San Diego, CA
$82

Per night/room

Nov 4 - Nov 5

3.2/5 (6 reviews)

Just had a wonderful night's stay last Wednesday. Fellow older travelers - they say everyone's entitled to an opinion, but please don't book here for the lower rates and then rage that you didn't find a shiny new Hampton Inn with smart, chirpy business managers lined up for you! Some of the criticisms ...

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2020
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 ...
RK Hostel San Diego
RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 out of 5.0 642 W. Hawthorn St., San Diego, CA
$54

Per night/room

Oct 29 - Oct 30

2.2/5 (4 reviews)

I really like the RK HOSTEL. The staff at the hostel are great! They make sure we always have a great time and everything is always very clean, especially the showers and bathrooms! Great coffee!

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2019
Guests of RK Hostel San Diego enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, ...
Anchor Pointe Inn
Anchor Pointe Inn
2.0 out of 5.0 111 E C St, Wilmington, CA
$69

Per night/room

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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. ...
Hostel on 3rd
Hostel on 3rd
2.5 out of 5.0 542 3rd avenue, San Diego, CA
$60

Per night/room

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Guests staying at Hostel on 3rd enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a convenience store. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, ...
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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.

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.