HI-Sausalito - Marin Headlands

HI-Marin Headlands sits on a hillside in the Marin Headlands section of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. Two historic, turn-of-the-century buildings are surrounded by beaches, forests and rolling hills. The beautiful Marin Headlands offers many hiking and mountain biking trails as well as an abundance of wildlife and native plant life…

HI-Santa Cruz

Cozy, convenient, cottage setting perched atop historic Beach Hill neighborhood. Hostel is 2 blocks from beaches, wharf and Boardwalk Amusement Park; 5 blocks to Downtown Santa Cruz. All public transportation within walking distance.

Enjoy hiking in redwoods, prime surfing, UCSC campus, and the eclectic downtown scene all within easy reach of hostel. Relax in our informal gardens and common…

HI-San Luis Obispo

We are a charming, friendly hostel with the feel of a B&B. Located in a sunny, welcoming college town on California's Central Coast, we are a convenient stay midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. We create a relaxed, safe, homestyle atmosphere for travelers of all ages and are just a few short blocks to the treasures of downtown. The area is ideal for the outdoor explorer with countless…

HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf hostel is the first and most famous hostel in the "City by the Bay." This is the ideal choice for travellers who want to stay in a park setting with stunning views, but still have easy access to the city's urban delights.

HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is housed in historic Fort Mason at the edge of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area,…

HI-San Francisco Downtown

HI-San Francisco Downtown hostel offers a first-rate location at a rock-bottom price! Stay in the heart of San Francisco's tourist district, one block from Union Square and steps from Chinatown and SOMA, in a vibrant neighbourhood filled with clubs, restaurants, bars, theaters, and art galleries.

Of course, you'll also have easy access to Union Square's famous, world-class shopping.…

HI-San Francisco City Center

Vintage is in, and HI San Francisco City Center hostel has all the charm and character that goes with it. Once the Atherton Hotel, 1920s details accent the hostel's more modern amenities: Connect to the free WiFi in our marble-tiled lobby, mingle with other travellers in the parlor-style cafe, or relax in a common room on one of the mahogany-railed balconies overlooking the lobby. For many…

HI-San Diego Downtown

San Diego Downtown hostel is the most central and accessible hostel in San Diego. It's one of two hostels in San Diego, and a member of the HI network within the US. Let our award winning staff ensure you receive the most comfortable and enjoyable hostel stay you’ve ever had. We offer several free tours, movie/video game nights, happy hour, group outings, pub-crawls, group dinners and…

HI-San Diego Point Loma

Point Loma hostel is set in the middle of a quiet, friendly residential community in San Diego. A beautifully renovated grocery store, a few restaurants, charming public library and a bank are all within a block of the hostel. There is ample free public parking outside the hostel and the bus stop is just a block away. If you are touring our part of San Diego on bicycle, we have plenty of bike racks…

HI-Sacramento

The hostel is an elegant 1885 Victorian mansion in the heart of downtown Sacramento, within walking distance of the Old Sacramento historic district, the Sacramento River, museum and the State Capitol. Need to go further? Why not raft down the American River, take a day trip to Gold Rush towns and Lake Tahoe or cycle the oak-lined American River bikeway.

HI-Point Reyes Station

HI-Point Reyes is two miles from the ocean in a secluded valley on Point Reyes National Seashore, known for its abundant flora and fauna, including bobcats, fox, deer and elk, harbor seals, and sea lions. The varied habitat, unique coastal climate, and location draw a rich and diverse array of breeding and migrating birds. Point Reyes National Seashore juts far out into the path of migrating gray…

HI-Pescadero Pigeon Point Lighthouse

Perched atop a cliff on the central California coast, the 115-foot Pigeon Point Lighthouse sits next to the keeper's houses restored as a hostel by HI-USA. From the boardwalk behind the Fog Signal Building watch gray whales on their migration. Walk throught the tide pool area, or through the 1,000-year old redwoods nearby. Explore Pescadero Marsh and Ano Nuevo State Reserve. On California Hwy…

HI-Monterey

HI Monterey Hostel is located near Cannery Row and the Monterey Aquarium. Also close to the historic downtown, Fisherman's Wharf and all the public bus lines.

The Monterey Bay Coastal Trail is only blocks away and lined with cafes, shops, and bike & kayak rentals. Extend your adventure by whale watching year-round and by visiting near-by famous sites in Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach,…

HI-Montara Point Montara Lighthouse

On the rugged California coast, 25 miles south of San Francisco, historic 1875 fog signal station and lighthouse have been preserved and restored by HI-AYH and the California Department of Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with the Coast Guard. Explore the coastline; watch annual gray whale migration (Nov-April). Visit the nearby James Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, a four-mile stretch of tide pools…

HI-Midpines - Yosemite Rustic Mountain Resort

The Yosemite Bug Hostel, is just 20 miles from spectacular Yosemite National Park on several forested acres. 25 miles from Yosemite Valley itself. The area has great opportunities for mountain biking, skiing, rafting, and hiking. The hostel is just three miles from the Merced River Scenic Area and hiking trails access. At the end of the day, relax in front of the fireplace or on the deck with the…

HI-Merced Home Hostel

Stay at Merced Home Hostel and experience a typical American home.

Shop at the farmers market on Thursday evenings (May through September), visit the nearby Castle Aircraft Museum, Courthouse Museum, Applegate Park, and zoo, or just relax at Lake Yosemite. The hostel even has informative programming nightly at 9 pm.View the breathtaking mountains and large, old sequoia trees of Yosemite…

HI-Los Angeles South Bay

A million-dollar view is waiting for you at this seaside hostel in the Los Angeles South Bay community of San Pedro. Located in scenic Angel's Gate Park, Hostelling International - Los Angeles South Bay has panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island and features spectacular sunsets. This hostel is a great place for you to relax far from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. After…

HI-Los Angeles Fullerton

The hostel is located in northern Orange County about 25 miles from downtown Los Angeles, 35 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and six miles from Anaheim (Disneyland, Disney's California Adventure, Anaheim Convention Center) and nine miles from Knott's Berry Farm (Buena Park). The Hostel offers an inexpensive, friendly place to use as a base for exploring northern Orange…

HI-Los Angeles Santa Monica

HI-Santa Monica hostel is set close to cafes, restaurants and movie theatres, and is only just two blocks from the beach. The J Paul Getty Center, with its spectacular art, architecture and views, is nearby. The hostel has been fully renovated with a fresh, new look. There is capacity for 260 guests and facilities include daily movies, internet access, kitchen, laundry and breakfast.

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HI-Cambria Bridge Street Inn

HI-Cambria/The Bridge Street Inn is a charming cozy historic parsonage sitting amidst a volleyball lawn in a quaint village one mile from Moonstone Beach on California's scenic Highway 1. At four hours from Los Angeles to the south and San Fransisco to the north, it is a perfect halfway stopping point on your coastal journey. Stroll along the seaside, watch for whales, otter and elephant seals,…