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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
Why Stay in Cheap Hotels in San Francisco when You can Stay in Quality HI Youth
Hostels?
The first among youth hostels in San Francisco, HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is also the
most famous hostel in the City by the Bay. This California hostel is the ideal choice for travellers
who want to stay in a park setting but still have easy access…
HI-San Francisco City Center
Before You Found HI-USA, would You have Looked for Cheap Hotels in San
Francisco?
Help us spread the word! There are still young travellers looking for cheap hotels in San
Francisco; but only because they don’t know about HI-USA youth hostels. In San Francisco
alone, we have three safe, comfortable, affordable choices. Welcome to HI-San Francisco City
HI-San Francisco Downtown
Pricey Downtown San Francisco Hotels can’t Hold a Candle to HI-USA Hostels
Unlike downtown San Francisco Hotels, HI-USA’s 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 worldfamous
Union Square shops and steps from Chinatown and SOMA, in a vibrant…
HI-San Diego Point Loma
HI-Point Loma - A San Diego Hostel that Feels Like Home
HI-Point Loma youth hostel is set in the middle of a quiet, friendly residential community in San
Diego. A beautifully renovated grocery store, several restaurants, a charming public library and a
bank are all within a block of HI-Point Loma hostel. With ample free parking, a nearby bus stop
and secure bike…
HI-San Diego Downtown
Think Hotels in Downtown San Diego are the Only Way to Travel?
Then you’ve never experienced a stay in an HI-USA Hostel! Our youth- and family-friendly
hostels offer safe, comfortable accommodations and are more affordable than any hotels in
downtown San Diego; plus they offer so much more – free tours, movie and video game nights,
group outings, happy…
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
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
Not All Los Angeles Hostels Offer a Million-Dollar View
A million-dollar view is waiting for you at this seaside youth hostel in the Los Angeles South Bay
community of San Pedro. Located in scenic Angel's Gate Park, HI-Los Angeles South Bay wows
guests with spectacular sunsets and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island –
a special perk…
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.
Hostel…
HI-Los Angeles Fullerton
HI-Los Angeles Hostels – Affordable Accommodations in California
With three locations in LA, HI-USA is sure to have the perfect accommodations for your trip to
California. In addition to being a safe and affordable alternative to costly hotels, our Los Angeles
hostels offer tons of extras and an opportunity to meet travelers from around the world.
HI-Cambria Bridge Street Inn
Charming Beach Accommodations Unique Among California Hostels
If it’s California beach accommodations you seek, the Bridge Street Inn is a charming historic
parsonage sitting amidst a volleyball lawn in a quaint village one mile from Moonstone Beach on
scenic Highway 1. At four hours from Los Angeles to the south and San Francisco to the north,
this cozy…
About California


California is the most populous U.S state, and the third-largest U.S. state by land area after Alaska and Texas. Its geography ranges from the Pacific coast to the Sierra Nevada mountain range in the east, to Mojave desert areas in the southeast and the Redwood-Douglas fir forests of the northwest. The center of the state is dominated by the Central Valley, one of the most productive agricultural areas in the world.
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