Title: California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21290601&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach Fuel your adventure in sunny San Diego. Connect to WiFi for inspiration then head out to ride bikes along the coast. ## Photo gallery for California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach ![View from property - California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/14a85740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free daily continental breakfast - California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/1e946b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/c4e9099d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/0825863f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/f0bc57c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the heart of Pacific Beach, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach offers a vibrant beach lifestyle with 15 beach bars, a grocery store, and free continental breakfast. Get active with cycling, fitness classes, and beach yoga or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace while enjoying shopping on site. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Bar - Laundry room £74 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 25 - Dec 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 26 - Dec 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=21290601&PinnedHotelID=21290601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/08027aad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Full-sized fridge/freezer Blackout curtains Premium bedding - 450 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 14 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for 10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory ![10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/87b3bb84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 10 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Full-sized fridge/freezer Blackout curtains Premium bedding - 450 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 10 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Private Room) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21290700/21290601/d40d65af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room (Private Room) ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Full-sized fridge/freezer Blackout curtains Premium bedding - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSan-Diego-Hotels-California-Dreams-Hostel-Pacific-Beach.h21290601.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSan-Diego-Hotels-California-Dreams-Hostel-Pacific-Beach.h21290601.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.79815%2C-117.25640&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=D4MNlErkogDjSsAegC8j3vcoeHM=) 743 Emerald Street, San Diego, CA, 92109 #### What's nearby - Mission and Pacific Beaches \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Pacific Beach Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Crystal Pier \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Mission Beach Boardwalk \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Mission Beach \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles #### 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 - ‪The Crack Shack - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Baked Bear - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tower23 - ‬3 min walk - ‪Kono's Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪JRDN Restaurant - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach Hostel near USS Midway Museum 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 fitness classes, cycling and beach yoga 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 towels - Coffee/tea in reception, a gift shop 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. 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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 8:30 AM - 2:30 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 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 ### Property is also known as Dreams Hostel California Dreams Hostel California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach San Diego ## Frequently asked questions ### Is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach? ### How much is parking at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach? ### What time is check-in at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach? ### What time is check-out at California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach? ### Where is California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 72 8 - Good 30 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 10 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maddy 6 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here ##### Maddy Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHANGHU 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice place to stay, thanks ##### CHANGHU Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alec 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, staff friendly, clean and tidy, only steps from the beach. Great hostel. ##### Alec Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nino 28 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place! ##### Nino Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, lively area, clean facilities, comfy beds & lots of food options around the area. Just a heads up parking is challenging. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myrna 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love it, when I'm 58 years old.. and the stuff very nice all young girls but they very nice. ##### Myrna Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great lication great peolle The location of this hostel could not be better, The staff are very friendly and always available. Everything is clean and there is is breakfast, a full kitchen to use. This place is great. Parking can be tough if you drive here. ##### David Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor 30 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Needed a late night stop from a long drive and this friendly place was perfect! ##### Victor Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### JULIO 7 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Clean and functional for a hostel. Helpful staff ##### JULIO Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Daniel 23 Jul 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Horrible place! Horrible experience. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SILVIO 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic Great place .. the breakfast is very abundant. Location is fantastic. They also have a small vendor connected to the hostel with the original Brazilian acai smooth ##### SILVIO Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael L. Webb 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I WILL BE BACK FOR SURE!!!! ##### Michael L. Webb Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Terri 25 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location; only steps from the beach. Nice common area. Decent beds. ##### Terri Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terupe 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed during 4 days in a private room! Nothing bad to say, very clean, closed of lot bars, restaurants and shops! And 30 seconds walk to the beach ##### Terupe Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mohsen 3 Jul 2025 There were two people on the staff and Galia who were the oldest people working there was not nice at all. ##### Mohsen Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Roxann 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Amenities I thought that every thing was superbly managed. I was very happy with the bed, the facilities, only thing is, no real free parking. Each bunk has a curtain, and they have quiet hours. You need to use ear plugs, because of the other guests will snore. But they are very attentive and staying at a hostel you can talk to the other guests easily. ##### Roxann Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities I am 74 years old and had to stay over in San Diego one night and had no idea my partner rented me a room at a hostel by mistake ;) The three people who serviced the desk area were excellent. The property was fine for twenty year olds but I was a fish out if water. Noisy as hell and I’m not a bunk bed guy and I’m not fond of sharing a “used” bathroom :) ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inga 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Little piece of heaven!! First hostel turning age 60 soon!! Loved it! Great space! The only problem was that a Bay Arean who was exiled with her grandkids in San Diego Cty from 2016-24, left in 2024 and is now back for 3-4 weeks and then will head back home to the Bay was not able to continue staying due to ID with SD county address. Total shame and exclusionary. I get that it’s an industry standard but it would have been great to continue on! Great kitchen!! Great amenities! Staff was great! Recommend!!! ##### Inga Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Izabelle 30 Aug 2022 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 ##### Izabelle Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diego 5 Sept 2023 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 ##### Diego Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Should have thought to request a lower bunk...while still mobile and active, at soon-to-be 66, it would have been easier to navigate getting in and out of bed. Unless I missed one, surprised to discover only 2 single showers/toilets to share amongst the number of occupants. Staff very friendly and hospitable. Fellow residents respectful of others, enjoyed meeting new people with different life experiences/backgrounds. ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh 5 Sept 2022 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. ##### Josh Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sunny 8 Jan 2018 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A hostel is a hostel is a hostel... Loud - especially at night time, room right next to front desk with frequent loud conversations. Lack of showers - only 2 showers for 20+ people, expect long wait times and high annoyance. Cold at night time, definitely not comfortable. Overall, disappointing experience, would not book again. ##### Sunny Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosa 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities John and Rachel were awesome excellent service. The only thing is I wish the staff really adhered to quiet time ##### Rosa Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### First stay at a Hostel Stayed in a private room. My first stay at a hostel. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable and steps to the beach. 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