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Top Cities in California

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Los Angeles

Los Angeles
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San Francisco

San Francisco

Our top choices for California hostels

Courtyard

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (916 reviews)
"It was very nice and in a great location. There were many options for meeting people and a communal area with a pool table and kitchen. The restrooms were clean and the room had a comfortable bed."
United States
christina
The price is AED 507
AED 584 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is AED 286
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (885 reviews)
"Great staff, check in was super easy and upon walking inside the building I felt super welcomed and its very clean and super comfortable"
United States
Miguel
The price is AED 210
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Stay Classy Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (626 reviews)
"Really enjoyed check in and staying there, simple and easy. 100% would go back and recommend to others"
United States
Chloe
The price is AED 469
AED 534 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Gaslamp Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (528 reviews)
"Busy and fun place to stay"
United States
Samantha
The price is AED 304
AED 343 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"We love this place! Welcoming. Affordable. Great location."
United States
Tamara
The price is AED 253
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby sitting area

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (450 reviews)
"I had a pleasant stay.. costing less safe and secure .."
United States
Rahul
The price is AED 327
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (382 reviews)
"I love how cold the room was :)"
United States
Miichi
The Rumi Hostel
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is AED 666
AED 760 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Living area

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.0 out of 10, (147 reviews)
"Definitely a budget place good for emergencies for sure."
United States
Dalana
The price is AED 125
AED 142 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Boutique HomeStay
On the beach

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (712 reviews)
"Amazing location, friendly and accommodating staff. Had a great stay in a private room. "
Canada
Stefanie
The price is AED 211
AED 241 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Private kitchen

Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (76 reviews)
"People were friendly it was cool"
United States
Turah
Green HomeStay
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (701 reviews)
"great place, quick stay!"
United States
LaQuetta
The price is AED 367
AED 418 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Everyone was so nice at the hostel and knowledgeable about the City and Really were helping out a lot when I needed any questions answered. I would definitely tell my friends and family to stay here. Thanks a lot lot chapter."
United States
Shannon
The price is AED 407
AED 474 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
"Check in was smooth had 0 problems. Rooms were nice and loved how rooms had restroom and shower access. Location was right on busline to Golden Gate Bridge!"
United States
Jesus
The price is AED 123
AED 143 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (9 reviews)
"The photos of the hostel rooms felt spacious but actual room was very small and not the same as in photos though very helpful staff and love the hospitality"
United States
Nevil
The price is AED 113
AED 176 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Bposhtels San Francisco
On the beach

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay and right on the beach. The plaza area was a fun bonus and the location… SPECTACULAR!"
United States
Teri
The price is AED 498
AED 568 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Economy Room with Shared Rest Room | Bathroom | Towels, soap, toilet paper

Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (267 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is AED 206
AED 216 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Randolph Hotel
Townhome, Multiple Beds | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (139 reviews)
"It was a cozy place - one big bed and bathroom and huge closets. BUT - great full sticked kitchen on its own floor. Absolutely great for the price!"
United States
Lydia
The price is AED 328
AED 374 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Women only | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Burlington Hostel

Burlington Hostel
1.0 star property
Westlake
7.6 out of 10, Good, (228 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Carlos
Burlington Hostel
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff, great property! I definitely recommend"
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