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Hostels in El Cajon

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Stay Classy

San Diego (Near El Cajon)

Stay Classy is well located in San Diego, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.

P
Paulina
From
Mexico
The place is really nice, very clean and has a lot of space to sit and relax, work or meet new people :). The rooms are quiet, you have your own storage with lock and the privacy is amazing, never had such an experience in a hostel! Shower is big, hot water running and most importantly it is really clean. The only thing that could've been bette was the wifi reception in my room :( it didn't reach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,109 reviews
Price from
US$63.60
1 night, 2 adults

Gaslamp Hostel

San Diego (Near El Cajon)

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

R
Raphael
From
Slovakia
Was colourful and beautiful like from the movie Encanto!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,561 reviews
Price from
US$132.74
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

San Diego (Near El Cajon)

Situated in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, this non-profit hostel has a fully equipped kitchen and offers free coffee, tea, and filtered water all day. Balboa Park is 4.8 km away.

P
Paul
From
Australia
Central inner city,with adequate breakfast,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,675 reviews
Price from
US$99.90
1 night, 2 adults

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

San Diego (Near El Cajon)

Set in a Victorian house in the heart of Central San Diego's Little Italy Neighbourhood of Downtown, this hostel offers dormitory rooms and private rooms with free Wi-Fi, breakfast and hosted social...

F
Fabio
From
Mexico
I would like to thank all the staff!! Nathan in particular (my BFF) as well as the rest for being polite, helpful, nice, and overall making the stay with a fell like home! I highly recommend this as well as other facilities form ITH! Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews
Price from
US$82.80
1 night, 2 adults

Lucky D's Youth and Traveler's Hostel

San Diego (Near El Cajon)

Just a 5-minute walk from the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, Lucky D’s Hostel in San Diego’s East Village offers a welcoming and social atmosphere with free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

K
Kaya
From
Canada
I liked the environment and vibes of the hostel very much. They have something free to drink or eat in most of days. I stayed in a few hostels but this one made a difference by giving me much more comforts. There is a nice person whose names is Coco. She helped me a lot with my requirements. I really liked the way she approaches people with a smile face. There are many rooms to get some rest, watch tv and play games with friends. The kitchen is big enough and has lots of kitchen stuff. I am sure you find whatever you need. The hostel is very clean and everything is fully organized. I would stay here if i visit San Diego again. So, i strongly recommend this hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews
Price from
US$93.50
1 night, 2 adults

PodShare San Diego

San Diego (Near El Cajon)

Well set in the centre of San Diego, PodShare San Diego is within 1.1 km of San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 1.1 km of Maritime Museum of San Diego.

R
Robert
From
United States
Erica was the Volunteer Staff who lives there in exchange for her housing. She was very helpful at every turn. We will definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews

RK Hostel

San Diego (Near El Cajon)

Set in San Diego and with Maritime Museum of San Diego reachable within 1 km, RK Hostel offers a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

I
Irfan
From
Poland
Location was good price was good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.