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California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
Beach hostel near Mission Beach

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Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily continental breakfast
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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743 Emerald Street, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Popular LocationMission Beach15 min walk
  • Popular LocationMission Bay20 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeaWorld8 min drive
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)24 min drive

Room options

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14 Bed Mixed Dormitory | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

14 Bed Mixed Dormitory

10/10 Exceptional
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 14 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room (Private Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Large Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room (Private Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Pacific Beach stay.With a stay at this Pacific Beach hostel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of La Jolla Cove and 12 miles (20 km) of USS Midway Museum. Cabrillo National Monument and Salk Institute for Biological Studies are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Pier - 4 min walk
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk
  • Mission Beach - 15 min walk
  • Mission Bay - 20 min walk
  • SeaWorld - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backyard Kitchen & Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mavericks Beach Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thrusters Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cheba Hut Toasted Subs - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪City Tacos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Beach hostel near Mission Beach
You can unwind with a drink at one of the 15 beach bars. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 15 bars on the beach
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. 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 and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Finnish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 15 beach bars
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fitness classes
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Surf lessons
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 2:30 AM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash. 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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number Passport is required to check-in

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Dreams Hostel
California Dreams Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach to the airport?

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach is 9.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?

As of Jun 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach on Jun 16, 2024 start from $136.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach.

How close is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach to the beach?

This hostel is a short 15-minute walk from Mission Beach and 1-minute walk from Mission and Pacific Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offer free breakfast?

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM.

Is there free parking at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach have a pool?

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach does not have a pool.

Does California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach to downtown San Diego?

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach is 7.9 mi away from San Diego.

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 89 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Virgilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

MELLISA

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego, Mesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall experience staying at a Hostel, the staff ate super friendly as well as most guests. Everyone is very respectful of other space and sharing common areas like the bathroom, showers, kitchen, patio, lounge area TV amongst many activities around. I felt very welcomed and safe during my which to be honest wast my biggest concern. Will definitely be back next time I visit the area, Thank you for such outstanding staff you all are the selling point of this business. -tChiego
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Terri, Wildomar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location; only steps from the beach. Nice common area. Decent beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Hailey

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed a late night stop from a long drive and this friendly place was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
***Highly recommend*** What a great experience! The staff was super cool and friendly. A very nice location with great amenities. Would definitely return. Met some cool people and could pretty much walk to anything. Comfortable room with storage, you can bring your own lock or rent. Only thing that could be improved upon (which I don't even know if it's possible) is water pressure in the shower. Not a big deal but maybe staff can bug the owner's to look in to it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Izabelle, Mclean

The beds were surprisingly comfy, and with the curtains gives you privacy. It can get super loud but during quiet hours the room gets dark and quiet so it’s good. I wish there were more bathrooms, sometimes you are taking shower and there’s a guest knocking at the door to use the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022