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Our top choices for El Cajon hostels

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1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Point Loma
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (567 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
The price is ￥10,760
￥12,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Exterior

2. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (240 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
BERNARDO
The price is ￥14,162
￥15,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

3. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (930 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
The price is ￥9,476
￥10,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Stay Classy Hostel
Property entrance

4. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (720 reviews)
"Easy access.. close to everything.. friendly helpful staff.."
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥13,447
￥15,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Interior

5. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (671 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is ￥17,235
￥19,604 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Gaslamp Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite (Shared Bathroom) | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, paper towels

6. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (61 reviews)
"Everything was provided for a comfortable stay and property was clean "
United Kingdom
Dan
The price is ￥5,728
￥6,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
La Ventana
Terrace/patio

7. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (276 reviews)
"Staff is extremely nice, and it’s affordable."
United States
Jama
The price is ￥7,886
￥17,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hostel on 3rd
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

8. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"amazing vibe at this hostel."
Canada
Julien
The price is ￥19,616
￥22,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Exterior

9. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (406 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is ￥15,021
￥17,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

10. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (139 reviews)
"I had a fabulous time! Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and HELPFUL! I will be back!"
United States
Melanie
The price is ￥17,485
￥19,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Sundeck

11. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (266 reviews)
"Great stay! Front desk guy was a little eccentric but very down to earth. Excellent area, with pacific beach a few steps away or take a bike or walk to mission beach. Amazing stay!"
United States
angelea
The price is ￥17,853
￥20,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8/10 Good
"Overall a good experience. Nice helpful staff, paid room upgrade to then face street and roof and parking lot? Location was the biggest plus and it was all and all a pleasant experience."
Ann-Christine 3-night trip
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Wyndham San Diego Bayside

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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,462
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥6,515
Highest Price
￥22,117

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travelers: Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 16.1 mi (26 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in El Cajon?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in El Cajon?
In general, El Cajon is known for its cafes, breweries, and golfing. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Petco Park, and Mission Bay. Get out into nature with places like Lake Jennings, The Water Conservation Garden, and El Capitan Reservoir. Cultural attractions include The Magnolia, Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center, and Knox House Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around El Cajon while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in El Cajon in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.

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