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Our top choices for California hostels

A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (971 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
Stay Classy Hostel
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a modern design.

2. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (219 reviews)
"It was a different experience, but I loved the culture they are building"
United States
Jerry
Boutique HomeStay
A wooden deck with a stone bench, a metal chair, and hanging plants.

3. The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Mid City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (393 reviews)
"Good and decent breakfast and good wifi!"
United States
Heejin
The Rumi Hostel
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

4. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (604 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

5. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Nice place to stay on a budget."
United States
Gene
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
A modern living room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a potted bonsai tree, and a large plant.

6. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (214 reviews)
"Loved my stay."
United States
Senen
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

7. 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, (984 reviews)
"Great hostel!"
United States
Rachel
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
A coastal road leading to a pier with a view of the ocean and beach.

8. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"Highly recommended."
United States
NAYA
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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, (712 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
Gaslamp Hostel
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

10. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (493 reviews)
"it was lovely and they really did have anything you'd need!! i'd book again and would recommend to friends too!!"
Canada
Florence
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a herringbone floor, and pendant lighting.

11. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (32 reviews)
"Everything was good😊"
United States
Vinoth
Bposhtels San Francisco
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

12. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (407 reviews)
"Overall great experience. Nice folks, fun areas nearby to walk to. I would stay here again and recommend."
United States
Casey
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A hallway with green doors, a restroom sign, and a paper towel dispenser.

13. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (310 reviews)
"Good adorable stay"
United States
Ryan
Randolph Hotel
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

14. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (749 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean.

15. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (295 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff who help in a moment's notice no matter what happens during your trip."
United States
Jennifer
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

16. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
Orange Village Hostel
A modern kitchen with grey cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

17. Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (77 reviews)
"Great property "
United States
Juan Bosco
Green HomeStay
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

18. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (480 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with a purple sofa, a round table, and a wooden deck.

19. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (320 reviews)
"Great atmosphere. Hosts took care of us well."
United States
Fabian
The Rosemary Silverlake
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

20. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (258 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
Amsterdam Hostel
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent
"This is one of our favorite San Francisco hotels to stay at! It’s right near Chinatown, little Italy and north beach! Great location, super clean and comfortable beds! The restaurant looks really yummy also"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

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