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Our top choices for El Cajon hostels

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (478 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean and nice people!"
United States
Christine
The price is CA $88
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (212 reviews)
"I just needed a place to sleep for one night, nothing fancy. And for the price this total fit the bill! "
United States
Henry
The price is CA $122
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (674 reviews)
"Great location and amazing staff!"
United States
Karen Jean
The price is CA $116
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"A wonderful place to stay. Reception was very courteous and helpful, and the facilities were great. Two thumbs up!!!"
Mexico
Brian
The price is CA $147
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Gaslamp Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (208 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and very welcoming!! "
United States
Natalie
The price is CA $114
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (846 reviews)
"Clean, secure, easy to stay, good location"
United States
Travis
The price is CA $78
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Stay Classy Hostel

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (48 reviews)
"Everything was provided for a comfortable stay and property was clean "
United Kingdom
Dan
The price is CA $74
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
La Ventana

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (134 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, thanks "
United States
CHANGHU
The price is CA $180
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (249 reviews)
"Amazing value for the cost. Pleasent people."
United States
James
The price is CA $35
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Hostel on 3rd

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
The price is CA $86
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
PodShare San Diego - Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (383 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is CA $134
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Lucky D's Hostel

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (303 reviews)
"Excellent location. Little Italy nearby."
United States
Joyce
The price is CA $48
CA $55 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
RK Hostel San Diego

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (258 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Xihao
The price is CA $70
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,704
Accommodation
15 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $55
Highest Price
CA $203

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: Sycuan Casino Resort - 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel.
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 Mission Beach. 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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