The Hostel California

Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

3.9 / 5.0

Good(226 Ratings)

Hostel in Bishop, CA

Reasons to book

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hostel

Adults-only hostel in Bishop with free parking
A 24-hour front desk, a computer station, and an arcade/game room are available at this hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, a garden, and a picnic area are onsite.
The Hostel California offers 10 accommodations. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. This Bishop hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Garden

Map of Bishop, CA

Nearby attractions

Kings Canyon National Park

54.7 mi

Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitor Center

19.5 mi

Hot Creek Geological Site

50.4 mi

Laws Railroad Museum & Historical Site

6.1 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Quadruple Room

2 Double • 2 Single

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

1 Single • 600 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Double room, 2 double beds with shared bathroom

1 Double • 2 Single

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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The Hostel California

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3.9 / 5.0

Good(226 Ratings)

Hostel in Bishop, CA

Reasons to book

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hostel

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Garden

Map of Bishop, CA

Nearby attractions

Kings Canyon National Park

54.7 mi

Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitor Center

19.5 mi

Hot Creek Geological Site

50.4 mi

Laws Railroad Museum & Historical Site

6.1 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Quadruple Room

2 Double • 2 Single

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

1 Single • 600 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Double room, 2 double beds with shared bathroom

1 Double • 2 Single

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

3.9 / 5.0

Good(226 Ratings)

1.5 / 5.0

Sep 2024

The hostel is accessible, clean, and has decent amenities. As a quick overnight/recovery stay for backpackers, which I'm assuming is their target demographic, it's perfect as there is a kitchen and community area that I'm sure provides a lot of home comforts to those who have been in the wilderness for days/weeks on end. However, there is no air conditioning, the windows didn't open all the way, and the ceiling fan was old, and creaked loudly. Considering it's about 100F all day and only drops to about 80 at night in Bishop, this leads to a very uncomfortable night of sleep for those who need it before getting back on the trail the next day. The check-in process was easy and the host very kind, checking in on our ETA and sharing the amenities of the space. I only docked stars for the lack of AC; I consider my ability to sleep the number one factor in rating a hotel, and I didn't sleep at all due to the heat.

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2024

What a wonderful place to stay. I love the uniqueness of the house. We stayed in the 4 bunk room, with a private bathroom, and it was perfect. The staff were great also! Would recommend this hostel to others and will definitely return if we are in the Bishop area again.

2.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Very interesting place , definitely a hippie vibe , but overall friendly, and quiet and respectful. Definitely worth the price .

4.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Everything was wonderful at our stay. Our communication with our host was easy, and the facilities were great. Our only issue was the squeakiness of the beds. They made it a bit difficult when sharing a room with others.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

The best hostel in California

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

The best stay in the area!!

2.5 / 5.0

May 2024

Amazing find! Bohemian! Would definitely stay again.

2.5 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Very good place to stay with the budget for a solo traveler.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

so nice!

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

I look forward to staying here again!

4.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

I stayed in a dorm so there is not a real mystery. A fine place to stay and of course it’s the cheapest in town.

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

It was my first time stay and will come back again with my family. Very convenient and we liked dining, kitchen and lounge room.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Such a cute renovation! Really enjoyed the atmosphere.

2.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Having never stayed in a hostel, I was not real sure it was the right thing for me. I am a 76 year old woman, single and thought it would be noisy and more appropriate for a 20-30 year old. To my surprise there were guests of all ages, from all over the world. My stay was very pleasant! I stayed in a mixed shared dorm room another risky move by me however it was great with 3 women and 1 young man from Austria.

3.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

It wasn’t the cleanest place. The bed was so creaky. It was relatively quiet.

2.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Advertised as having ac but the property doesn’t have AC at all. I asked to leave and get a refund but no refund receipt was provided. I hope everything goes accordingly to plan and they get the ad corrected.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Loved finding a unique/alternative friendly place to stay that was also very comfortable and offered a variety of accommodation for those that enjoy the side streets..

1.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Never been so disappointed. Would not suggest this place to anyone. Needless to say we booked another hotel.

2.0 / 5.0

May 2023

This is not the room I reserved. The facility was dilapidated, and two dogs were constantly barking in the whole house while staying in the room next to mine.

2.0 / 5.0

May 2023

The front desk service was friendly and fast check in. None of the couches were not comfy to sit on - it’s the only thing I’d suggest get upgraded. The bed was very comfortable. Guests were nice friendly people.

4.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Overall stay was fine The bunk bed was squishy and small

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Loved it! I’ve been staying in hostels a lot lately and so far this is my favorite!!

4.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

It was a real hostel, with young and interesting travelers and a few "older" guests (including this reviewer) that added an interesting mix to the place. While not likely to impress my wife, the facility worked for me and my two buddies who were fishing the local waters.

2.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

This place is so cool. It's a funky early 1900s house in a cool little part of town. Walk to bars and a brewery. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Beds are comfortable. Only 2 downsides are 1) the thermostat must have been set for 80 at night because it was cooking. 2) it's an old house so you can hear everything including steps and water running. Overall cool place

4.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Kitchen is well stock. Love the old architecture of the house. Friendly service.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

Friendly and comfortable place

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2022

Really great place and centrally located. Plan to revisit.

2.5 / 5.0

Feb 2022

Thank you for the amazing stay!

2.5 / 5.0

Feb 2022

Thank you for the amazing stay!

2.0 / 5.0

Dec 2021

It’s a great location, easy parking and the price is right! Got a 2 bed room, which was private with a shared shower but not bad. The people above us woke up early and woke us up, but still would stay here again.

2.5 / 5.0

Dec 2021

This is a charming vintage property. The staff was very polite and accommodating even when I arrived at 11:30 at night. there is a is plenty of hot water for showers and free coffee for breakfast. I would definitely stay here again.

2.0 / 5.0

Nov 2021

The two night stay went well. The bed was very comfortable and room was clean. The guests and staff were very friendly. There are plenty of food/coffee shops within walking distance. The hostel is a great place to stay if your passing through for hiking/skiing etc.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2021

Our first time in staying in a Hostel. We are Senior citizens and had a lot of apprehension. We loved it. The location was in downtown town Bishop. Place was clean. The front desk made us feel at ease. Everything was pretty easy going.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2021

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2021

This place staff so friendly and nice

2.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Got off to a rocky start when no one answered the front door bell when we arrived. Also, it was a hot day and the air conditioning wasn’t up to the task. However once we were settled in our stay was very pleasant. Fellow hostel guests and staff were all friendly and the place was charmingly eccentric.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Friendly staff and environment. Common kitchen was very clean and had lots of utensils, spices, etc. there is free coffee in the morning. Plenty of seats and tables outside of the hostel/house. Very close to the bank, markets, restaurants and a cute bakery :)

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2021

1.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

The floors are carpet which must be difficult to clean and smell badly in some areas. If some sweet investor could redo the flooring this place would feel more welcoming .

2.5 / 5.0

May 2021

Friendly place. Recommend.

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Bishop?

The average price for a rental in Bishop is $137 per night. This rental is $4 above the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Hostel California. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Hostel California pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Hostel California?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and garden.

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The Hostel California

Hostel in Bishop, CA

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Bishop, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Quadruple Room

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Double room, 2 double beds with shared bathroom

The Hostel California

Hostel in Bishop, CA

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Bishop, CA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Quadruple Room

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Double room, 2 double beds with shared bathroom

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Bishop?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is The Hostel California pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Hostel California?

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