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1. Crashpod Hostel

Crashpod Hostel
1.5 star property
Desert Hot Springs
6.4 out of 10, (137 reviews)
"Interesting place to stay for the adventurous traveler!"
United States
Kurt
The price is P2,542
P2,847 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Crashpod Hostel

2. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (608 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is P3,522
P3,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

3. Rest & Rise La

Rest & Rise La
2.0 star property
Wilshire
7.8 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"Peaceful and relaxing place with good vibes"
United States
Torey
The price is P4,123
P5,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Rest & Rise La

4. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (753 reviews)
"Great staff! Rooms were clean and location was convenient."
United States
Jake
The price is P3,572
P4,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

5. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (270 reviews)
The price is P5,287
P5,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

6. 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, (985 reviews)
"Great hostel!"
United States
Rachel
The price is P7,092
P8,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

7. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (297 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff who help in a moment's notice no matter what happens during your trip."
United States
Jennifer
The price is P4,462
P5,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

8. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (234 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was really friendly and welcoming. Also, really close to the beach and places where to eat."
United States
Fernando
The price is P6,049
P6,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

9. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (972 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is P4,067
P4,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Stay Classy Hostel

10. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Very nice. All you need if you’re traveling alone or with another person. Showers are small but capable and comes with soaps, towels, sink in the bedroom. Would stay here again!"
United States
Calum
The price is P3,050
P6,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
La Ventana

11. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"Great atmosphere. Hosts took care of us well."
United States
Fabian
The price is P6,609
P9,680 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Rosemary Silverlake

12. 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)
"Loved that the Amtrak Train station is directly behind the hostel, like 20 steps away at the most. Place is very clean, the breakfasts are great. Staff is wonderful and helpful. Plenty of activities that are a part of you stay, including some dinners. Also within walking distance of the beach and wonderful shops."
United States
Kerri
The price is P8,345
P9,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

13. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay on a budget."
United States
Gene
The price is P4,214
P4,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

14. San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (254 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Consistently clean. Air conditioned rooms Close to Vermont Wilshire Station for BOTH D metro and B metro 🚇"
United States
Ronald
The price is P3,702
P4,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
San Marino guest house

15. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142 reviews)
"I’m in love. Maybe with 100 people but they are all so sweet and pretty. Wish I didn’t have to go but they got all booked up. I highly recommend this property. Good people doing good work"
United States
Antonio
The price is P5,868
P6,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

16. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (751 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is P5,309
P6,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

17. Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (162 reviews)
The price is P4,820
P5,495 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Brimfield Stay

18. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (716 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is P6,496
P7,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Gaslamp Hostel

19. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (219 reviews)
"Good AC and fan in room 202. Very hot day"
United States
GREGORY
The price is P6,340
P7,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

20. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (216 reviews)
"Loved my stay."
United States
Senen
The price is P4,168
P4,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
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Southern California Hostels information

Number of reviews
5,245
Accommodation
19 Hostels
Lowest Price
P2,847
Highest Price
P9,680

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