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Hostels in El Cajon

Our top choices for El Cajon hostels

Stay Classy Hostel
1 bedroom, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (684)
"Highly recommend this place very nice"
Stay Classy Hostel
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (609)
"Love this place super convenient and Great staff"
The price is ￥12,431
￥14,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Bed In 8-Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (299)
"Very reasonably priced and great location"
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Gaslamp Hostel
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (494)
"Great place to stay for SDCC!"
The price is ￥12,947
￥14,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Gaslamp Hostel
Hostel on 3rd
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (220)
"Only option if you staying for one night and you don’t have other place to go."
Hostel on 3rd
RK Hostel San Diego
Exterior

RK Hostel San Diego

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (280)
"Good location"
The price is ￥4,909
￥12,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
RK Hostel San Diego
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Sundeck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (242)
"Loved the location! Was able to take a nearby bus and train to San Diego ComicCon and back. Very convenient. "
The price is ￥20,472
￥23,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Living area

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (184)
"Great"
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
La Ventana
Ecotours

La Ventana

2.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (14)
"Highly recommend! Staff was very kind and able to accommodate us at an earlier time, very easy check in and check out, very comfortable and quiet"
La Ventana
Lucky D's Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (2 Beds) | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

Lucky D's Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (359)
"It’s a good spot "
The price is ￥14,447
￥16,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Lucky D's Hostel
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Courtyard

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (391)
"Another great stay."
The price is ￥12,519
￥14,241 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (82)
"It was really chill, pillows need some love"
The price is ￥10,580
￥12,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (189)
"Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good."
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
View from property

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (119)
"Love it, when I'm 58 years old.. and the stuff very nice all young girls but they very nice."
The price is ￥21,012
￥23,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
ITH CoLive Little Italy
Terrace/patio

ITH CoLive Little Italy

1.0 star property
ITH CoLive Little Italy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

10/10 Excellent
"Location was perfect. Pool was nice. Customer Service was great."
Michelle 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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: Handlery Hotel - 12.4 mi (20 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool.
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 Balboa Park. 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.