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#BigBearHostel Private Room Sleeps 1-5 in Village
Big Bear Hostel (since 2007) - You are renting our best private room with 2 double beds and 1 twin bunk - sleeps 5. Shared common spaces: kitchen, TV lounge, lake view deck, and private locking residential style bathrooms off main hallway. 1 minute walk to village restaurants & shops. ** Please read everything and request to stay. Your request will not be approved until you reply to our messages in the airbnb app. ** The ski resorts are a mile away. Discount ski / snowboard rentals next door.
ValueFamilyAccuracy
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
Shared Dorm w/Ensuite Bathroom at Monterey Hostel
Monterey Hostel offers SHARED DORM accommodations with ensuite bathrooms. This booking is for a single bed in a dorm with up to 8 beds for all genders. Bed assignment is first-come, first-served. If a bottom bunk is required, please book a private room. Located 3 short blocks from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, & the coast, enjoy your Monterey adventure by staying with us! All bed linens & a towel are provided, as well as access to community spaces, kitchen (7am-10pm), & free WiFi.
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4.86 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews
1 Bed In Mixed Dorm w/Sea View at Hostel near LAX
Surf City Hostel opened in 1996 in Hermosa Beach, California, and is located about 20 minutes' drive south of LAX Airport in one of the best areas of Los Angeles. Popular with guests include our location on the beach, the bars, nightclubs, restaurants within walking distance, supermarkets, and much more. And we are right in front of the beach! Be aware of noise since we are above a bar! We don't accept people living within 50 miles radius of Hermosa Beach, CA. We will ask for physical ID's
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4.8 out of 5 average rating, 480 reviews
Neith Room
Goddess Room #6 at The Isis Oasis Grand Lodge honors Neith, the Goddess of The Arts & Night. Each private lodge room is dedicated to a different Egyptian Goddess and decorated to reflect her special attributes. We invite you to partake in the spiritual life of The Temple of Isis, home of the Isis Oasis Retreat, by joining us for our daily noon rites or by meditating at our shrines. *Update : We are able to host your beloved animal companions with approval please call our office
LocationFamilyHot tub
4.63 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
Micro Private Room at Eastside Guesthouse
Eastside Guesthouse is centrally located in downtown Bishop, CA, but with our green space, creek, pond, and patios you’ll have no problem escaping the hustle and bustle of Main Street. We’re walking distance from the park, grocery store, bakeries, and many restaurants. Most importantly, this relaxed, family friendly guesthouse is close to countless outdoor adventures, including climbing, bouldering, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, off-roading, and much more.
LocationFamilyBreakfast
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 317 reviews
# 210 Hostel Private Room Near Beach&LAX South Bay
Welcome to Hotel 2TwentyOne! Our 1912 historic hotel is a unique hybrid between a hotel & a hostel. Unlike most hostels each room is private. Our bathrooms, kitchen and common areas are shared amongst the other guests on the specified floor. Our Standard Room type includes one double size bed, a closet or small dresser, flat screen cable tv and free wifi! We're located in El Segundo short 10 min. walk to the beach, two blocks from Main St. or just 10 min. from LAX Airport!
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4.58 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews
Coliving Gaslamp Quarter Dorm Bed
Located in a historically-designated 1887 building that meets all your modern amenity needs, we are in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. This vibrant entertainment district features a myriad of food and drink choices just outside our door. Just a few minutes’ walk to the Padres stadium, convention center, and near most San Diego attractions, we are perfectly positioned as a 'home base' for your explorations. Grocery, transit and ferry to Coronado Island beach nearby.
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4.71 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews
Janis Joplin Themed Room with Private Bathroom
Private room with King size bed and private bathroom with shower. Room contains blown up photo, laser printed on metal, of Janis Joplin, as well as other images honoring Janis and Bay Area music. Free access to our Hall of Fame Gallery, featuring SF music legends, and write-ups from the voices of Rolling Stone, SF Chronicle, and more, with accompanying audio tour. Mini-fridge, sink, closet, and TV with HBO inside room. Shampoo, conditioner, soap, and towels provided.
ValueLocationParking
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel - Mixed Dorm
The listing is for a single twin bed in an 8-Bed mixed gender dorm. Centrally located in the heart of Mission Beach. Staying at ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel will provide you with a comfortable place to stay and access to a variety of local experiences. The bed includes privacy curtains, a storage locker, plug, light, and basket. Beds are chosen on a first-come basis, so we’re unable to guarantee lower bunks. The room has access to 3 shared bathrooms.
ValueLocationWifi
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 348 reviews
Single Bed In Mixed Dorm @ ITH Surf Hostel
Planning a trip to Santa Barbara? Are looking for a friendly, comfortable, and convenient place to stay, look no further than our modern-styled hostel. With our newly refurbished dorm room bunks, featuring memory foam mattresses, private light with power and USB plugs, privacy curtains, and fans, you're sure to have a stay that is both comfortable and memorable. Book your bunk now and experience the best that Santa Barbara has to offer!
ValueLocationParking
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
California Dreams – Bed in Pacific Beach Hostel
This is 1 bed in a 14-bed mixed dorm. This is not a private room. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach is located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean, steps away from the beach. It’s a place where backpackers from all over the world can meet like-minded travelers and have a true hostel experience with its fun community atmosphere and affordable prices, while enjoying excellent customer service, amenities, cleanliness and comfort.
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4.71 out of 5 average rating, 648 reviews
Santa Cruz Hostel (MIXED Shared Dorm)
We offer accommodations for travelers visiting Santa Cruz with a single bunk bed in a MIXED SHARED DORM. Bed assignment is first-come, first-served. All bed linens and a towel are provided, as well as access to hostel community lounges, a kitchen, free WiFi, free bag storage, and bathrooms/showers located in the hallways. BEFORE YOU BOOK: Check-in is from 4PM to 10PM, we can not accommodate check-ins after 10PM.
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 490 reviewsPopular amenities for California hostel rentals
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4.6 out of 5 average rating, 750 reviews
A Place To Unwind, Unplug, & Recharge! Pool
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4.57 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
Room 14K (1 Single Bed)
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4.58 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews
1 Private bedroom (Queen Bed) with bathroom
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews
Private Room w/Ensuite Bathroom at Monterey Hostel
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 609 reviews
Private Room w/Private Bathroom: Walk to beach
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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews
1 Bed in a 6 Bed Mixed Dorm at LA Surf Hostel
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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews
Walk to Beach - Private Bathroom - ADA Accessible
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviewsHostel rentals with a washer and dryer

Orange Village Hostel - Triple Bed w/Bathroom
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4.71 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
Quiet Dorm Bunk in Downtown SF
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4.74 out of 5 average rating, 605 reviews
#209 Arts District / Little Tokyo | Private Room
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4.67 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews
PodShare SF Marina - Queen pod - Sleeps 1 or 2!
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4.5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
Bposhtels Anaheim - Female Shared Room
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4.11 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
★4★ Shared Bunk Room Downtown ★ Walk to Village
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
Stay Classy Hostel - Downtown - Full Pod
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4.79 out of 5 average rating, 461 reviews
*Gaslamp Quarter Private Room in Fun Hostel
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviewsMonthly hostel rentals

Multi-Unit: 3810 13th Ave (Sky Room)
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews
Artist Haven | Affordable Housing in Downtown LA
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ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel - Mixed Dorm
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4.73 out of 5 average rating, 348 reviews
California Dreams – Bed in Pacific Beach Hostel
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