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1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (575 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
The price is ¥10,366
¥11,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Location is really good right in front of a metro station in Hollywood, safe neighborhood! Have breakfast and free water"
United States
Dan
The price is ¥12,737
¥14,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

3. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (941 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
The price is ¥10,373
¥11,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stay Classy Hostel

4. 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, (958 reviews)
"Best hostel"
Canada
kaito
The price is ¥19,531
¥22,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

5. The Rumi Hostel

The Rumi Hostel
2.0 star property
Mid City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (386 reviews)
"Better breakfast"
United States
Monet
The Rumi Hostel

6. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (185 reviews)
"I loved this place"
United States
Nabila
The price is ¥11,798
¥13,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

7. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is ¥11,598
¥13,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Amsterdam Hostel

8. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (192 reviews)
"Everything was great! The hostel was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming. The location was convenient, and I had everything I needed during my stay. Great value for the price. I had a very pleasant experience and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended!"
United States
Uuganbayar
The price is ¥4,084
¥4,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Boutique HomeStay

9. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (676 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is ¥17,942
¥20,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Gaslamp Hostel

10. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (248 reviews)
"Great and cheap stay with great and friendly staff and just as friendly guests."
United States
Prahlad
The price is ¥17,366
¥19,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

11. 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

12. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is ¥16,534
¥19,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

13. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
The price is ¥5,130
¥7,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Bposhtels San Francisco

14. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is ¥14,264
¥16,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

15. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, bare bones amenities suited for a hostel, central location. The options to make your own breakfast or have the continental breakfast are great."
United States
Ankita
The price is ¥11,398
¥13,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Orange Village Hostel

16. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (281 reviews)
"I was a bit worried about staying in a hostel, but didn't need to worry as the staff were excellent, the location stunning, view amazing and all in all had a great stay."
United Kingdom
Jemma
The price is ¥21,208
¥24,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

17. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (292 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is ¥8,981
¥9,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Randolph Hotel

18. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (392 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. Close to many bus stops"
United States
Selina
The price is ¥17,938
¥20,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

19. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (722 reviews)
"Easy access.. close to everything.. friendly helpful staff.."
United States
Amanda
The price is ¥13,544
¥15,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

20. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (738 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful. Location is amazing a short walk to the beach to enjoy the sunset"
United States
Selina
The price is ¥10,361
¥11,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
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California Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,345
Accommodation
108 Hostels
Lowest Price
¥4,655
Highest Price
¥24,177

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