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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near San Diego Bay

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Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area
Front of property
View from room
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only, Terrace

Highlights

Yard
Terrace
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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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
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

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
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

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
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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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
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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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

Highlights

Yard
Terrace
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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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pool Access | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
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

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
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 neighborhood

Map
3790 Udall St, San Diego, CA, 92107

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • SeaWorld - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Mission Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 5.4 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

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee Point Loma - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Reunion Pub - ‬9 min walk

About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

Hostel near University of San Diego
Consider a stay at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a hair salon. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, ATM/banking services, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as private outdoor hot tubs and private pools, in addition to perks like premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • 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
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

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

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

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: 2:30 AM
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 - 2:30 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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

Frequently asked questions

Is California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach located?

Located in Point Loma, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ocean Beach Park, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, and Mission Bay. Naval Base Coronado is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 183 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

8/10

Pleasant stay and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Friendly staff and good hostel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Thank you . It was a very welcoming place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Cute hostel in a safe neighborhood with food options within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

The staff were so nice and so helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

This was my first time staying at a hostel. I would definitely do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

excelent place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10

N/A
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Clean property and safe for a female solo traveler, would stay here in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Extremely friendly welcome, and impeccably clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Friendly helpful staff made friends with several of the interesting guests
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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.✌
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

For how cheap it was it was nice
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Very friendly! Clean . Loved it here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Very comfortable and friendly. Will be back soon
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Very clean and I felt very safe. There are a number of rules but all meant to keep everyone safe and comfortable. Bathrooms were clean and the rooms as well. Great little pool and jacuzzi. Surrounding area is a little slow but a quick drive to balboa park and cheap Uber to downtown SD. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

The location is about 10 minutes from the airport. Greeted by very friendly and helpful staff. Nice kitchen area to cook. Bed very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

I really appreciate how clean the hostel was : bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and showers were super clean. The breakfast was convenient and good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Cleanness is spotless, the staff were of very helpful friendly & with excellent hospitality--handling customer's issues quickly and so professionally, location is central to the city's attraction sites and near to everything a guest needs, my stay was very enjoyable and I highly recommend the service of this place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024