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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, (924 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 ¥21,391
¥24,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is ¥12,193
¥13,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (890 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 ¥8,541
¥9,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Stay Classy Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (632 reviews)
"It was clean, everyone was friendly, and all necessary information was clearly communicated. Would stay again."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ¥19,267
¥21,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Gaslamp Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (534 reviews)
"Busy and fun place to stay"
United States
Samantha
The price is ¥11,489
¥12,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Best hostel in my lives"
United States
Jieyuan
The price is ¥11,166
¥13,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Orange Village Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (453 reviews)
"Perfect for a solo traveler! This hostel is very affordable and safe, especially thanks to the 4-person female dorms. The common areas are perfect for meeting people and having a good time. I had an excellent week-long stay in the heart of San Francisco and it was good quality for the price of the stay."
Canada
Jennifer
The price is ¥14,450
¥16,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

The Rumi Hostel

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

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is ¥17,268
¥19,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.0 out of 10, (149 reviews)
"Definitely a budget place good for emergencies for sure."
United States
Dalana
The price is ¥5,512
¥6,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Boutique HomeStay

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (716 reviews)
"Amazing location, friendly and accommodating staff. Had a great stay in a private room. "
Canada
Stefanie
The price is ¥9,099
¥10,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

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

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (703 reviews)
"great place, quick stay!"
United States
LaQuetta
The price is ¥16,202
¥18,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (450 reviews)
"Clean, well maintained, great staff, everything good."
United States
Kevin
The price is ¥17,939
¥20,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (368 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 ¥5,573
¥6,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

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 ¥4,766
¥7,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Bposhtels San Francisco

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 ¥20,966
¥23,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (269 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is ¥8,843
¥9,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Randolph Hotel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (141 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 ¥9,193
¥10,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

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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California Hostels information

Number of reviews
9,337
Accommodation
103 Hostels
Lowest Price
¥6,284
Highest Price
¥24,642

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