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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

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3790 Udall St, San Diego, CA, 92107
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

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

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Large Single Beds

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Single Beds

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Single Beds

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

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About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of San Diego Convention Center
Concierge services, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a hair salon, and ATM/banking services are onsite. Bathrooms are shared.
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and 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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach. During your stay, you'll be close to San Diego Zoo. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
  • 9 minutes by car from San Diego Convention Center and 10 minutes from Petco Park
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Diego hostel.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 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 transport

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

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

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

  • No lift

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

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2:00 AM.
Guests arriving after 1:30 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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. 141 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 206 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rayna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is very Nice & relaxing - location's Amazingly quiet, perfect for a relaxing getaway - the volunteer staff are Wonderfully accommodating - make you feel at home 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Krysta

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky place. Lots of nice amenities and is clean. Overall I would recommend but for my particular use, I found it very loud on the weekend. Both nights people were partying, there was a high pitched squealing noise that went on for hours below my room, doors were slamming, people were arriving late. If you have early mornings I wouldn't recommend this place, especially on weekends!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I am so happy with my stay here in San Diego. The hosts are all so fun and chill, very hospitable. Breakfast each morning was so fresh, cool people I happened to run into so the energy was great. Love the showers, lots of space at the outdoor areas, living room and common areas. Laundry is also available. Also the food near was walkable. The tacos at Don Tommy's highly recommended too! I will gladly come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Monica

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hostel was fine. Breakfast too. Staff : Anna was great. Clementine was awful. Rude, unhelpful- worst staff person ever at a hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was very easy parking is free in abundant everybody was super chill super nice I have no complaints
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Recommended

Friendly staff. Recommended .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Efren

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Thank you . It was a very welcoming place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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