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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
Hostel in San Diego

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Living area
Located near the University of San Diego, California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a cozy terrace, and rejuvenating spa treatments at Hot Tubs. Relax in style with free WiFi and enjoy extended perks like bike rentals and concierge services that have left guests raving about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/games room
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Hair salon
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Private pool
  • Private hot tub
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Terrace

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only, Terrace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
3790 Udall St, San Diego, CA, 92107

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • SeaWorld - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mission Beach - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 19 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 31 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 42 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 52 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Reunion Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Cesarina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive

About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

When you stay at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach, you'll be a short five-minute drive from San Diego Bay and Old Town San Diego State Park. Guests can enjoy the hot tub, and hiking/biking trails and snorkelling are nearby. Also, University of San Diego and Hotel Circle are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free off-site parking nearby; booking required
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Arcade/games room
  • Hot tub
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

What to enjoy

  • Private pool
  • Private outdoor hot tub
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Cleaning supplies

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International
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.

Also known as

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Does California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?

Yes, there's a private pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, hiking and snorkelling. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include private pools and an arcade.

Does California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a outdoor private hot tub.

Does California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a private pool, a furnished balcony or patio and a garden.

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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was convenient, good, and even really fresh. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Melissa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good.
Efren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall good stay
kimberly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant stay and nice staff.
J, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Awesome staff

Overall great setup. Lots of lil amenities. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The down side was not having a fan or individual AC in the room(private). The room was just muggy. Opening the window didn't help with the airport and condensor units right outside. Barely my second stay at a hostel. But i noticed the lack of group activities, maybe just the off season. Idk. But would definitely stay here again.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and good hostel
Alessia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This accommodation exceeded my expectations in every area. The place was spacious and super clean and everyone was friendly. The kitchen was clean, organized and huge! Bathrooms/showers were very clean too.
Angeline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended

Friendly staff. Recommended .
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute hostel in a safe neighborhood with food options within walking distance.
Christy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you . It was a very welcoming place.
Deana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so nice and so helpful!
Chen Hsin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

excelent place
Iouri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean property and safe for a female solo traveler, would stay here in the future!
Marcel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First timer

This was my first time staying at a hostel. I would definitely do it again.
Marissa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Extremely friendly welcome, and impeccably clean.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice people, feel safe, great breakfast.
Connie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff made friends with several of the interesting guests
Steven, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

For how cheap it was it was nice
Emily, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 5-night trip

2/10 Poor

Annoying people

Nice kitchen for a hostel, too many freeloaders, working and visiting the place. Hot tub broken, pool not heated. Old men are either dominating the TV watching 40yr old movies or youngsters playing video games. Not enough bathrooms . Staff apart from the cleaning women are a bunch of boring gen Zers obsessed with other people's food.
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

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Virgil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First hostel experience

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, 1-night trip