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Featured Hostels in Southern California

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

2 out of 5
1455 Market St, San Diego, CA
$64 nightly
The price is $72 total per night
$72 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with 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.
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

1 out of 5
3130 San Marino St, Los Angeles, CA
$73 nightly
The price is $83 total per night
$83 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of San Marino guest house have access to free WiFi in public areas. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2 out of 5
4961 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$98 nightly
The price is $111 total per night
$111 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with 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 luggage storage and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a terrace and an ATM.
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 out of 5
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night
$96 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave 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 refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2 out of 5
726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$110 nightly
The price is $125 total per night
$125 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with 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 communal living room.
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2 out of 5
134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA
Guests staying at ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. Self parking is available for USD 20 per night. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden.
Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd

1 out of 5
542 3rd avenue, San Diego, CA
$76 nightly
The price is $87 total per night
$87 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with 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.
La Ventana

La Ventana

2 out of 5
417 Market St, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $115 total per night
$115 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
La Ventana features free WiFi in public areas and a water dispenser.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

2 out of 5
615 8th Avenue, San Diego, CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
The price is $99 total per night
$99 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Lucky D's Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with access to locker space, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
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Hotel Options in Southern California

    Hilton Los Angeles Airport

    Hilton Los Angeles Airport

    5711 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
    $131 nightly
    The price is $152 total per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
    $152 total
    Oct 20 - Oct 21
    Total with taxes and fees
    8/10 Very Good! (4,849 reviews)
    Hilton Anaheim

    Hilton Anaheim

    777 W Convention Way, Anaheim, CA
    $175 nightly
    The price is $205 total per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
    $205 total
    Oct 22 - Oct 23
    Total with taxes and fees
    7.8/10 Good! (3,612 reviews)
    citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

    citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

    361 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA
    $139 nightly
    The price is $162 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
    $162 total
    Oct 6 - Oct 7
    Total with taxes and fees
    9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,769 reviews)

Hostels

Book a hostel in Southern 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 Southern 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 Southern California has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at Southern 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 Southern California.

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

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

Southern California Hostels essential information

Accommodation
19 Hostels
Lowest Price
$72
Highest Price
$205
Popular accommodation
Stay Classy Hostel, San Marino guest house , Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel, HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel, Gaslamp Hostel, ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel, Hostel on 3rd, La Ventana, Lucky D's Hostel

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