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California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

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Located close to La Jolla Cove and Salk Institute for Biological Studies, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach provides free continental breakfast, 15 beach bars and a corner/local shop. Adventurous travellers may like the beach yoga, fitness classes and cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is ฿3,635
฿4,098 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A bunk bed with a patterned bedspread, a red curtain, and a shelf against a blue wall.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 14 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory

A bunk bed room with a number 2 bunk, a door with a wheelchair accessibility sign, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Private Room)

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a rolled towel, and a digital clock on a bedside table.

Deluxe Double Room (Private Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a rolled towel, and a digital clock on a bedside table.

Double Room (Private Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a rolled towel, and a digital clock on a bedside table.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Pacific Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at La Jolla Cove and Balboa Park, while USS Midway Museum and Cabrillo National Monument are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to San Diego Zoo. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ecotours, cave exploring and skydiving, or hop on a segway for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around San Diego. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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Map
743 Emerald Street, San Diego, CA, 92109

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, a pier, and dense urban buildings.
    Mission and Pacific Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean with beach houses on the left.
    Pacific Beach Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A coastal town with a beach, marina, and residential buildings.
    Mission Beach Boardwalk
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean with buildings at the end, under a partly cloudy sky.
    Crystal Pier
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A beach with sailboats, people relaxing, and a 'Boat Rentals' sign.
    Mission Bay
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Hideaway Pacific Beach
    4 min walk
  • Pacific Beach Shore Club
    7 min walk
  • The Baked Bear
    3 min walk
  • Pacific Beach AleHouse
    7 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    6 min walk

About this property

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

  • Hostel near Balboa Park
  • Located close to La Jolla Cove and Salk Institute for Biological Studies, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach provides free continental breakfast, 15 beach bars and a corner/local shop. Adventurous travellers may like the beach yoga, fitness classes and cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike hire, express check-out and beach umbrellas
    • Coffee/tea in reception, ATM/banking services and a TV in reception
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offer comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • 2 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and communal kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 6 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self 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

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace

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 lift (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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • 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: 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 8:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number Passport is required to check-in

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach on 16 Sep 2026 start from ฿3,635, 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.

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

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

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Pacific Beach hostel is in the entertainment district, 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from La Jolla Cove, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum. Cabrillo National Monument and Salk Institute for Biological Studies are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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