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Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (441 reviews)
"Clean rooms, decent staff, decent breakfast, good location"
United States
Minhaz
The price is CA $95
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
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, (208 reviews)
"The staff here are terrific and the kitchen is awesome "
United States
Jason
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, (661 reviews)
"The staff waas friendly howeve the facilities were not the greatest."
United States
Dr. Paulita
The price is CA $115
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
" The coolest place in town 👏😃👍"
United States
Ismaela
The price is CA $152
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Gaslamp Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (815 reviews)
"I loved the place, really felt like if i had my own room, and the facilities were always very clean, good location and friendly staff."
Mexico
alejandra
Stay Classy Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (129 reviews)
"I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here"
United States
Maddy
The price is CA $165
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (43 reviews)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
La Ventana

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (207 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and very welcoming!! "
United States
Natalie
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (375 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Eder Plinio
The price is CA $133
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Lucky D's Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (240 reviews)
"Every thing was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $35
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Hostel on 3rd

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (256 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Xihao
The price is CA $188
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (297 reviews)
"Excellent location. Little Italy nearby."
United States
Joyce
The price is CA $48
CA $54 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
RK Hostel San Diego
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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,029
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $54
Highest Price
CA $212

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 16.1 mi (26 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego - 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 20-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants.
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 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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