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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

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A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.
A living room with a light blue wall, a white sofa with colorful pillows, a blue armchair, and a bookshelf.
A spacious dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a colorful mural on the wall.
A kitchen with a stainless steel stove, oven, and dishwasher.
Bicycles and surfboards parked outside a building with a red door.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is $118
$105 nightly
$118 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

Explore the area

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3790 Udall St, San Diego, CA, 92107
  • Place, Barnes Tennis Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Dog Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered from 1 to 6, and a blue curtain on the lower bunk.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only, Terrace

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a central shelf, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only, Terrace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Pool Access

A bunk bed room with a small table, a window with curtains, and a set of lockers.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Pool Access

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Pool Access

A bunk bed room with a small table, a window with curtains, and a set of lockers.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Pool Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pool Access

A room with two beds, a small table, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a blue trash bin, and a window with blue curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV, a window, and a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Pool Access

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a central shelf, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Pool Access

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Point Loma), California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is within a 10-minute drive of Balboa Park and San Diego Convention Center. .This hostel is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Petco Park and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from San Diego Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Barnes Tennis Center - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Rock Church - 4 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • San Diego Bay - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Dog Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Fuel Center - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op - ‬2 min drive

About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables and kitchen islands. Tempur-Pedic 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. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Street parking available
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor 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

  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • 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: 1:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 1:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 251 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying here was amazing. Staff were very helpful and kind. Amenities were great. I wanted to stay longer haha. Highly recommend staying here as a solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is clean and in safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. The space was fine with the exception of the room temperature- the a/c was not adjustable & it was very cold!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond to be friendly. Super clean and good, safe vibes. Quiet too
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff here are terrific and the kitchen is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Pleasant stay and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just needed a place to sleep for one night, nothing fancy. And for the price this total fit the bill!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I come back here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice check in breakfast and clean safe environment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good hostel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice people, feel safe, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hostel in a safe neighborhood with food options within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excelent place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean property and safe for a female solo traveler, would stay here in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just the place that I needed!

I enjoyed my stay. The staff are friendly and exceptional. I enjoyed getting to know some if the other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice and so helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Yaadi and Mo were very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly welcome, and impeccably clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025