California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Hostel in Pacific Beach, CA
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this hostel
Beach San Diego hostel in Pacific Beach with free breakfast
At California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach, start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast, then head to the nearby beach where you can enjoy yoga.
Bathrooms are shared.
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
At California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach, start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast, then head to the nearby beach where you can enjoy yoga.
Bathrooms are shared.
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Garden
Map of Pacific Beach, CA
Available Rooms
14 Bed Mixed Dormitory
14 Single • 450 ft²
Sleeps 1
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10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory
10 Single • 450 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Deluxe Double Room (Private Room)
1 Bunk
Sleeps 2
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Double Room (Private Room)
1 Bunk
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only
1 Bunk
Sleeps 1
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££££
Reviews
5.0
Great place .. the breakfast is very abundant. Location is fantastic. They also have a small vendor connected to the hostel with the original Brazilian acai smooth
10.0
Great place!
10.0
We stayed during 4 days in a private room! Nothing bad to say, very clean, closed of lot bars, restaurants and shops! And 30 seconds walk to the beach
10.0
The overall experience staying at a Hostel, the staff ate super friendly as well as most guests. Everyone is very respectful of other space and sharing common areas like the bathroom, showers, kitchen, patio, lounge area TV amongst many activities around. I felt very welcomed and safe during my which to be honest wast my biggest concern. Will definitely be back next time I visit the area, Thank you for such outstanding staff you all are the selling point of this business. -tChiego
8.0
Great location; only steps from the beach. Nice common area. Decent beds.
8.0
Should have thought to request a lower bunk...while still mobile and active, at soon-to-be 66, it would have been easier to navigate getting in and out of bed. Unless I missed one, surprised to discover only 2 single showers/toilets to share amongst the number of occupants. Staff very friendly and hospitable. Fellow residents respectful of others, enjoyed meeting new people with different life experiences/backgrounds.
10.0
Needed a late night stop from a long drive and this friendly place was perfect!
10.0
***Highly recommend***
What a great experience! The staff was super cool and friendly. A very nice location with great amenities. Would definitely return. Met some cool people and could pretty much walk to anything. Comfortable room with storage, you can bring your own lock or rent. Only thing that could be improved upon (which I don't even know if it's possible) is water pressure in the shower. Not a big deal but maybe staff can bug the owner's to look in to it.
6.0
The beds were surprisingly comfy, and with the curtains gives you privacy. It can get super loud but during quiet hours the room gets dark and quiet so it’s good. I wish there were more bathrooms, sometimes you are taking shower and there’s a guest knocking at the door to use the bathroom
5.0
Amazing place. Truly awesome vibes and super clean. Everyone was really respectful. The staff was really cool and very welcoming. Especially James and Autti. Very good vibes and really helpful in making my stay in SD Pacific Beach area grand
10.0
I really enjoy staying at this hostel.
4.0
Nice area for shopping and close access to the beach. It was cold in the room, no heating plus no hot water!
4.0
Many sick guests and hard time using the bathroom and showers due to availability.
10.0
Visiting from Maine - stayed 8 nights - first experience with a hostel - had a great experience. A wonderful location, comfortable environment and friendly staff. On-street parking (within 1-2 blocks) was easy to find every night. Talked with many other guests during my stay that indicated this was one of the best hostels that they had ever used in the US or abroad. When I'm next in the San Diego area, this will be the place I stay. Did I mention the price - outstanding!
5.0
Visiting from Maine - stayed 8 nights - first experience with a hostel - had a great experience. A wonderful location, comfortable environment and friendly staff. On-street parking (within 1-2 blocks) was easy to find every night. Talked with many other guests during my stay that indicated this was one of the best hostels that they had ever used in the US or abroad. When I'm next in the San Diego area, this will be the place I stay. Did I mention the price - outstanding!
5.0
I loved my stay here! The staff is super friendly and the living area was very clean. The location is great - right by the beach and boardwalk.
5.0
I loved my stay here! The staff is super friendly and the living area was very clean. The location is great - right by the beach and boardwalk.
4.0
The hostel was very clean and comfortable and Guillaume was AMAZING. I was able to secure free onsite parking for the duration of my stay. I must say that I was thinking of checking out after the first wretched night of my stay since there was a never ending noisy commotion in the 10 bed dormitory with both the dorm room and the bathroom doors slamming until 1:20 AM. California Nightmare. Pedro apologized for the disturbance; however the damage was done so I went to the living room and turned on the TV, ZERO sleep. Quiet time is 11 PM - 8 AM. Please enforce it.
5.0
The hostel is very clean and friendly. Definitely a social vibe. I rented a bunk last minute on a Friday at 9 pm at $50 rate. Worth every penny. The dorm is huge, very quiet, and super dark. People are very respectful and I got a great night’s rest. The location, of course, speaks for itself. Unlike other hostels, this one won’t make you strip your bedding. Check in is at 2 and checkout between 11-12. Very generous for a Cali hostel! Even comes with a decent breakfast. 10/10 would stay again.
5.0
The hostel is very clean and friendly. Definitely a social vibe. I rented a bunk last minute on a Friday at 9 pm at $50 rate. Worth every penny. The dorm is huge, very quiet, and super dark. People are very respectful and I got a great night’s rest. The location, of course, speaks for itself. Unlike other hostels, this one won’t make you strip your bedding. Check in is at 2 and checkout between 11-12. Very generous for a Cali hostel! Even comes with a decent breakfast. 10/10 would stay again.
5.0
Great staff and vibe for this hostel.
5.0
Great staff and vibe for this hostel.
5.0
The location was literally a 3 min walk to the beach and steps away from the boardwalk that featured bars, restaurants, shops, coffee, etc. The staff was always pleasant and constantly cleaning which is a plus considering the pandemic. I rented the private room and it had everything i needed such as a comfy bed, TV with Netflix, Hulu, youtube, etc and a little fridge. Im 6'6" and the bunk bed fit me just fine. Although i didn't take advantage of the community areas, i did appreciate them being available. Kitchen, lounge, front and back patio were available. I would absolutely come back. Thanks everyone!
4.0
nice setting nice employees an neat looking setting fun beach environment!
4.0
It a decent place for less cost. Had good service and helpful.
4.0
It a decent place for less cost. Had good service and helpful.
5.0
The best hostel I have stayed in so far I will definitely be coming back
4.0
I really enjoyed this location and the people! Only things I didn’t think was great is that just because my daughter in law wasn’t staying there meant she couldn’t come in my room to change and she couldn’t be in the sitting area or do anything with me there...I think that is ridiculous and I’d rather go to a regular hotel so I don’t have to deal with that. I was in SD to spend time with her and it was a major inconvenience. Also at the end of the stay they kept saying “we’re not trying to push you out” yet while we were taking our stuff out to the car the cleaning lady pushed her way in and starting working on the room...at least wait till we have everything out and then do your business. Other than those two things the place was very clean and comfortable and location is perfect and close to everything. The front desk staff are super nice. Bathroom was clean and room was perfect size for the stay. I would definitely stay there again if things were changed when it comes to allowing my daughter in law in my room.
1.0
I was not abke to stay the hostel turned me and my service animal away left me on the streets. After i was stuck at sea with my service animal for 48 hours got to land to find no hotels available i find the hostel and they right away said i cant stay because of my service animal unacceptable
4.0
Cool spot. Chill atmosphere. Great location. Good boards zbsilabke to rent
5.0
Clean! Nice staff. Next to ocean. 420 friendly patio
4.0
I like that they offered private rooms and free breakfast from a restaurant next door.
I did not like that the quiet time was not enforced and actually violated by a staff member visiting with friends at the front desk, which was right by my room.
4.0
I like that they offered private rooms and free breakfast from a restaurant next door. I did not like that the quiet time was not enforced and actually violated by a staff member visiting with friends at the front desk, which was right by my room.
5.0
Unit was great
4.0
Probably the best hostel at which I’ve stayed. Friendly and hospitable hosts that organized plenty of events for the guests. There’s a great camaraderie there. Be sure to bring a passport though, even if you are traveling within the states. It’s necessary for entry.
5.0
The property is a HIDDEN GEM!!! I didn’t expect much when I made the reservation.
5.0
Great price, location, amenities and clean room. No complaints.
5.0
Staff were so friendly, close to the beach as well. Will be back again
5.0
Super nice hostel with super nice staff! And thank you Reyray for making delicious pancakes 😛
5.0
I got there really early, so the desk clerk allowed me to store my backpack so I could lighten my load till check-in. And I had mistakenly booked for the DAY BEFORE! But he adjusted it accordingly, and I checked in later and had a great stay. There was Movie Night that night. Right on the beach!
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Pacific Beach?
The average price for a rental in Pacific Beach is £291 per night. This rental is £208 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach. 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 California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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