Name: California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Rating: 8.2

About

Comfortable Accommodations California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach in San Diego offers a sun terrace, garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and private check-in and check-out services. Amenities and Facilities The hostel features a lounge, outdoor fireplace, shared kitchen, minimarket, evening entertainment, and live music. Additional amenities include a games room, barbecue facilities, and free off-site private parking. Local Attractions Located 1.7 mi from Ocean Beach and 2.5 mi from San Diego International Airport, the property is near attractions such as Sunset Cliffs (2.5 mi) and SeaWorld San Diego (2.9 mi). Guests can enjoy activities like pub crawls, hiking, and cycling.

537 Reviews

8.2Very Good

Cleanliness: 8.5
Staff: 9.2
Location: 8.3

What Guests Say

“Oh great fine. Pretty upscale version of a hostel. I enjoyed myself and wanted to stay another night but they were 100% full. I will be…”
“Clean, spacious, well run, and friendly staff. Definitely the best hostel I ever stayed in .”

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Top Amenities

Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Free Internet Access
Free Parking
Accessible Rooms / Facilities
Beachfront
Kitchen/Kitchenette
Non-Smoking Rooms

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Room Options

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1/4

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

97 sqft • 1 Single

Air conditioning
Balcony
Barbecue
Bath or Shower

1/4

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

97 sqft • 1 Single

Air conditioning
Balcony
Barbecue
Bath or Shower

1/4

Superior Double or Twin Room

97 sqft • 2 Single

Air conditioning
Balcony
Barbecue
Bath or Shower

1/4

Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room

97 sqft • 1 Single

Air conditioning
Balcony
Barbecue
Bath or Shower

1/4

Queen Room

108 sqft • 1 Queen

Air conditioning
Balcony
Barbecue
Bath or Shower

1/4

Superior Double Room

97 sqft • 1 Double

Air conditioning
Balcony
Barbecue
Bath or Shower

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What Guests Loved

8.2

Very Good

Based on 537 reviews

Location

8.3

Cleanliness

8.5

Staff

9.2

Overall Quality

8.3

Pros +

Oh great fine. Pretty upscale version of a hostel. I enjoyed myself and wanted to stay another night but they were 100% full. I will be back.
Clean, spacious, well run, and friendly staff. Definitely the best hostel I ever stayed in .
The respect of all people, cleanness & cool atmosphere all around.

Cons -

My only complaint was there were grubby bathmats in the bathroom. But that is literally the only thing.
not being told I could request a lower bunk when I made the reservation
Everything

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10MichellePosted on: 5-19-2025

Oh great fine. Pretty upscale version of a hostel. I enjoyed myself and wanted to stay another night but they were 100% full. I will be back.

My only complaint was there were grubby bathmats in the bathroom. But that is literally the only thing.

10ChrisPosted on: 9-25-2023

Clean, spacious, well run, and friendly staff. Definitely the best hostel I ever stayed in .

10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-22-2023

The respect of all people, cleanness & cool atmosphere all around.

10SalmanPosted on: 8-7-2025

They have an office to check in, not like other hostels where you have to wait for the owner to show up

9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-11-2024

location to my needs

not being told I could request a lower bunk when I made the reservation

1FernandoPosted on: 6-26-2026

Everything

10JimmyPosted on: 2-28-2024

Amazing location and amazing hospitality

Na

10BonitaPosted on: 12-7-2022

The people are phenomenal!!!

There is nothing about this place that is even remotely bad. I would recommend this place to anyone looking to travel and still feel at home!!

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Amenities & Policies

Amenities

Swimming & Soaking

Beachfront
Swimming Pool
Outdoor pool

Food & Drinks

Kitchen/Kitchenette
Restaurant
Shared kitchen

Media & Technology

Free Internet Access

Transportation

Free Parking
Accessible parking

Health & Safety

Health Services
Daily disinfection
Professional cleaning services

Accessibility

Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Accessible toilet
Facilities for disabled guests available
Wheelchair accessible

General

No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Lower bathroom sinks available
Themed dinner nights
Visual aids Braille/Tactile signs

Guest policies

Check-in	After 3:00 PM
Check-out	Before 11:00 AM
Internet	Free Wi-Fi is available.
Parking	Free parking is available.
Children & Extra Beds	Children are not allowed.
Pets	Pets are not allowed.
Room Rates	All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

Important info

-Jacuzzi and pool are available on the property. Pool is free to use and there is an additional fee for Jacuzzi i.e. $5 per person, per hour only. -We do not accept anyone under 18 years old in our dormitory rooms. -We are not allowed to host any San Diego County residents. -All guests must present a valid government-issued ID at check-in. If you are from the USA then we require a valid driver’s license or state ID. -A valid debit/credit card under the name of the guest, with funds in it for liability and damage, is required to make a reservation. -The debit/credit card must match the name on the reservation. -Credit card authorization forms and/or 3rd party payments are not accepted as a method of payment -Parking is by reservation only and is subject to availability. Parking is for private room reservations only.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.