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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-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area
Living area
Front of property
Terrace/patio
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

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Pool

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

Terrace
Garden
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

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
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

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Garden
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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
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

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
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

Located in Point Loma, a neighbourhood in San Diego, California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is near the airport and near a boardwalk. Seaport Village and Fashion Valley Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mission Bay and Old Town San Diego State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Snorkelling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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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

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 13 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

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/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a vending machine and ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as private outdoor hot tubs and private pools, in addition to perks, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Internet

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

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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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: 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

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 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
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

This property does not have any lifts
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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach located?

Located in Point Loma, this hostel is within 3 miles (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. 130 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 190 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

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

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

J

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

10/10 Excellent

Alessia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good hostel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

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

Verified traveller

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

Recommended

Friendly staff. Recommended .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL

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

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hostel in a safe neighborhood with food options within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nindiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Deana

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

10/10 Excellent

Chen Hsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice and so helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iouri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excelent place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean property and safe for a female solo traveler, would stay here in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

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

First timer

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

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly welcome, and impeccably clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff made friends with several of the interesting guests
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
For how cheap it was it was nice
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Symone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

2/10 Terrible

Verified 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

4/10 Poor

Virgil

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Lynda

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024