Compare El Cajon Hostels

Name: The Dana on Mission Bay
Price range: $206 total
Rating: 8.8

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Featured Hostels in El Cajon

$65 nightly

$74 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

Stay Classy 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 to help with access to locker space, luggage storage, and concierge services. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, an arcade/game room, and express check-out.

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Free Cancellation

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$94 nightly

$107 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

Guests of HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, an arcade/game room, and a library.

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Free Cancellation

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$127 nightly

$144 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

Guests of Gaslamp Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Free Cancellation

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$144 nightly

$162 total

May 27 - May 28

Total includes taxes and fees

Guests of Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace and an ATM.

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Free Cancellation

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$130 nightly

$146 total

May 14 - May 15

Total includes taxes and fees

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations.

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Free Cancellation

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$100 nightly

$112 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

At California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and an arcade/game room. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a hair salon.

Pool

Hot Tub

$76 nightly

$87 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

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, and provide local restaurant recommendations.

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Free Cancellation

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$105 nightly

$118 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

Guests of California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, access to locker space, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, an arcade/game room, and a library.

Breakfast included

Parking included

Free Cancellation

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$123 nightly

$139 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

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 tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hostel include an arcade/game room, a library, and a terrace.

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

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Hotel Options in El Cajon

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA

$167 nightly

$192 total

May 22 - May 23

Total includes taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,768 reviews)

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

1775 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA

$218 nightly

$251 total

May 12 - May 13

Total includes taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,206 reviews)

The Dana on Mission Bay

1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA

$179 nightly

$206 total

May 26 - May 27

Total includes taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (3,367 reviews)

Hostels

Book a hostel in El Cajon
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 El Cajon. 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 El Cajon has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at El Cajon 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 El Cajon.

Hostels let you really see El Cajon
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in El Cajon. 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 El Cajon family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.

Youth hostels in El Cajon 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 El Cajon for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. El Cajon isn’t going to explore itself.

El Cajon Hostels essential information

Accommodation	16 Hostels
Lowest Price	$74 total
Highest Price	$251 total
Popular accommodation	Stay Classy Hostel, HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel, Gaslamp Hostel, Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel, ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel, California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach, Hostel on 3rd, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach, ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel