Just a 5-minute walk from the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, California Dreams Hostel – Downtown in San Diego’s East Village offers a welcoming and social atmosphere with free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Guests can relax in the shared lounge, complete with a TV and a variety of board games. Each dormitory room includes personal lockers, with locks available to rent for just $5. Every floor is equipped with two shared showers and toilets for convenience. Guests staying in private rooms enjoy complimentary towels, while those in dorms can rent them for $5. A fully equipped shared kitchen is available for guests to prepare meals, and secure bike storage is also provided. California Dreams Hostel – Downtown is conveniently located just 2297 feet from the San Diego Convention Center and only 2.5 miles from San Diego International Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of San Diego, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7!


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Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Bootleggers Bar and Pub
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry

House rules

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

-We are not allowed to host any San Diego County residents in the dorms, private room only

-All guests must present a valid government-issued ID at check-in. If you are from the USA, then we require a valid driver’s license or state ID.

-A valid debit/credit card under the name of the guest, with funds in it for liability and damage, is required to make a reservation.

-The debit/credit card must match the name on the reservation.

-Credit card authorization forms and/or 3rd party payments are not accepted as a method of payment

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform California Dreams Hostel - Downtown of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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