San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Better Buzz Coffee Point Loma - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
The Reunion Pub - 9 min walk
About this property
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Hostel near University of San Diego
Consider a stay at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and a hair salon. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Bike hire, ATM/banking services and concierge services
Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a vending machine
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as private outdoor hot tubs and private pools, in addition to perks, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Shared bathrooms with showers and shampoo
Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas
Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Hot tub
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Dining table
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Private pool
Separate in-room dining area
Conveniences
ATM
Guidebooks
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Shampoo
Shared bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Private pool
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Coffee grinder
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Separate dining area
Shared kitchen access
Toaster
Toaster oven
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laundry detergent
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach San Diego
Frequently asked questions
Is California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach located?
Located in Point Loma, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ocean Beach Park, Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Mission Bay. Naval Base Coronado is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 183 reviews
10 - Excellent
126
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 183 reviews
8 - Good
30
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 183 reviews
6 - Okay
11
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 183 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 183 reviews
2 - Terrible
12
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good.
Efren
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
An amazing place to stay! Beginning with a very reasonable nightly rate, a friendly staff that keeps the property immaculately clean, the amenities including rental bikes, surfboards, a swimming pool,... California Dreams Hostel exceeded every expectation!
G
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10
Pleasant stay and nice staff.
J
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Friendly staff and good hostel
Alessia
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Thank you . It was a very welcoming place.
Deana
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
I love this hostel and I like the fact they’re located in a quiet neighborhood but still central to go to Ocean beach. Staff are friendly and the hostel is very clean. Def coming back to stay here in the future.
Nindiya
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Cute hostel in a safe neighborhood with food options within walking distance.
Christy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
The staff were so nice and so helpful!
Chen Hsin
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
This was my first time staying at a hostel. I would definitely do it again.
Marissa
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
excelent place
Iouri
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
4/10
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Virgil
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Clean property and safe for a female solo traveler, would stay here in the future!
Marcel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10
Extremely friendly welcome, and impeccably clean.
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Friendly helpful staff made friends with several of the interesting guests
Steven
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Nice people, feel safe, great breakfast.
Connie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10
Great place to stay! I’ve stayed a few times and I have been satisfied each time. The staff is great and very helpful if I have any questions. Andrea has been awesome with making sure I am settled. I do plan on staying again in the near future.✌
Symone
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
8/10
For how cheap it was it was nice
Emily
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
This place was a lucky find. Very friendly community, clean and colorful, and hospitable. Great for a first visit to the city. Close to airport too.
Staff was responsive and helpful. Please be aware that this is a hostel with shared rooms and bathrooms, but it is a delightful spot for the single traveler.
Timothy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Convenient location close to airport . I had a good nights sleep after a long days travel. I also enjoyed the complimentary breakfast and chatting with fellow travelers . The staff was very welcoming.
Lynda
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Very friendly! Clean . Loved it here!
Traci
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
Very comfortable and friendly. Will be back soon
Margaret
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Very clean and I felt very safe. There are a number of rules but all meant to keep everyone safe and comfortable. Bathrooms were clean and the rooms as well. Great little pool and jacuzzi. Surrounding area is a little slow but a quick drive to balboa park and cheap Uber to downtown SD. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend.
Shannon
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
The location is about 10 minutes from the airport. Greeted by very friendly and helpful staff. Nice kitchen area to cook. Bed very comfortable.
heather
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10
I really appreciate how clean the hostel was : bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and showers were super clean. The breakfast was convenient and good.
Valerie
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Cleanness is spotless, the staff were of very helpful friendly & with excellent hospitality--handling customer's issues quickly and so professionally, location is central to the city's attraction sites and near to everything a guest needs, my stay was very enjoyable and I highly recommend the service of this place.