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Our top choices for El Cajon hostels

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (603 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is ￥8,799
￥9,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

2. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (970 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥10,232
￥11,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Stay Classy Hostel
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

3. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (234 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was really friendly and welcoming. Also, really close to the beach and places where to eat."
United States
Fernando
The price is ￥13,190
￥14,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

4. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (269 reviews)
"Amazing staff great vibes great place"
United States
Luke
The price is ￥13,301
￥14,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

5. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Arthur
The price is ￥6,963
￥16,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
La Ventana
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

6. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142 reviews)
"I’m in love. Maybe with 100 people but they are all so sweet and pretty. Wish I didn’t have to go but they got all booked up. I highly recommend this property. Good people doing good work"
United States
Antonio
The price is ￥14,764
￥16,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

7. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (747 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is ￥13,358
￥15,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.

8. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (249 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is ￥14,850
￥16,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

9. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (709 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is ￥15,351
￥17,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Gaslamp Hostel
A sandy beach with palm trees and a bridge in the background.

10. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (430 reviews)
"The rooms are clean, the staff is helpful, and the place is in the center of downtown, so you can easily access all the major museums and places to visit."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is ￥14,922
￥16,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
An outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a potted plant, and a brick wall.

11. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (283 reviews)
"My service dog got bit by the front desk workers’ dog. Barking uncontrollably all vicious like. I will not go back."
United States
Antonio
The price is ￥4,974
￥13,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Hostel on 3rd
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Every thing was nice and clean staff was very helpful"
LIMARIE 2-night trip
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Handlery Hotel

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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,402
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥9,938
Highest Price
￥17,462

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: 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. Best Western Seven Seas - 12 mi (19.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Wyndham San Diego Bayside - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Handlery Hotel - 12.4 mi (20 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants.
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, Mission Bay, and Petco Park. 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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