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California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
Hostel near Mission Bay in San Diego

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

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

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pool Access | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

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

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

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

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What's nearby

  • San Diego Bay - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ocean Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ocean Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Pechanga Arena - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 5 min drive - 2.1 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

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Fuel Center - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬20 min walk

About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

Hostel near Mission Bay in San Diego
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach. Self parking is free.

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

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

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 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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: 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.

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
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. 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 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, JCB International, 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, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is 3.5 mi (13-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 - Ocean Beach?

As of Mar 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach on Mar 18, 2026 start from $112, including 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 - Ocean Beach have an airport shuttle?

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

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

This hostel is 4.5 mi (16-min drive) from Mission Beach and 10.7 mi (25-min drive) from La Jolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach offer free breakfast?

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

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

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM.

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

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach have a pool?

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

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

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is 4.4 mi away from San Diego.

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 208 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emond

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ceiling and window leaks very badly and there is thick black mold in the room on the window sill...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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 traveler
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

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 traveler

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

Recommended

Friendly staff. Recommended .
Stayed 1 night in May 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 traveler

Business traveler
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