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Browse Select El Cajon Hostels

Bed In 8-Bed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (326)
"Very reasonably priced and great location"
United States
Eduardo
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (195)
"Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good."
United States
Efren
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel
Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (736)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Terrace/patio
Hostel on 3rd
Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (224)
"Only option if you staying for one night and you don’t have other place to go."
United States
Abylay
The price is ₹2,302
₹7,121 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hostel on 3rd
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (2 Beds) | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils
Lucky D's Hostel
Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (365)
"Great location in the middle of the chaotic Gaslamp district "
United States
Rasa
The price is ₹7,689
₹8,746 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Lucky D's Hostel
View from property
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (119)
"Love it, when I'm 58 years old.. and the stuff very nice all young girls but they very nice."
United States
Myrna
The price is ₹9,677
₹10,911 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Gaslamp Hostel
Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (514)
"Good for simple stays"
United States
Pham
Gaslamp Hostel
Property entrance
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (628)
"Great spot in the gaslamp district. Easy and affordable for a quick weekend trip "
United States
Julianne
The price is ₹7,443
₹8,480 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Living area
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (191)
"I had a very good time and stay. It was clean and felt safe! "
United States
Martha
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Sun deck
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (249)
"Everyone was so cool and welcoming"
United States
noah
The price is ₹8,266
₹9,320 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite | View from room
La Ventana
La Ventana
2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (27)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
The price is ₹5,575
₹10,244 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
La Ventana
Courtyard
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (396)
"It was a nice stay. Comfortable room"
United States
Ivan
The price is ₹8,129
₹9,247 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Lobby sitting area
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (84)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Exterior
RK Hostel San Diego
RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (285)
"Everything was great."
United States
Carol
The price is ₹3,248
₹3,695 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
RK Hostel San Diego
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

InterContinental San Diego by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"I loved how there was a starbucks and so many walkable restaurants in the area. I will say parking was very limited since we do have a tall truck but the staff was super understanding and flexible. Absolutely would return. "
Adriana 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
InterContinental San Diego by IHG

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El Cajon Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,326
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
₹3,695
Highest Price
₹10,911

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Cajon?
You might like the nightly rates at this top lodging option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our customers: Wyndham San Diego Bayside - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Located within a 20-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in El Cajon?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 341 mm.
What is there to see and do in El Cajon?
In general, El Cajon is known for its cafes, breweries and golf. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay and Petco Park. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Jennings, The Water Conservation Garden and Balboa Park. 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 and around 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 centre. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), situated 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station and Gillespie Field Station.

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