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Located 15 minutes’ drive from Shell Beach and Pismo State Beach, this HI - San Luis Obispo Hostel offers free WiFi to all guests. Cerro Caliente Cellars, Tolosa Winery and Autry Cellars are within 3 km away.

Each bed is in a room with access to a shared bathroom at HI - San Luis Obispo Hostel. Two lockers are in all rooms. A launderette is onsite.

It was a home away from home I especially liked the staff Gary ad Jerry were amazing as was the young man who was obviously very good at cooking.

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8.3
Very good
712 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in San Luis Obispo

  • Avg. price/night: US$101.02
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 711 reviews
    Sourdough pancakes were included in the price. In addition, the hostel was within walking distance of downtown dining. We were provided with an umbrella because of the rain.
    S
    Stephanie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$123.34
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,728 reviews
    Cheap and clean
    Alexander
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$101.02
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 711 reviews
    great location, beautiful house
    James
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$101.02
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 711 reviews
    Everyone was very friendly, the sourdough pancake breakfast was great, hostel was clean and comfortable.
    Ariela
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$100.80
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 501 reviews
    Huge room with microwave, fridge, TV Cheap and cheerfull Our covertable mustang was safe in the car park
    P
    Philip
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$95.48
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,040 reviews
    Very clean, good size, great location, safe parking and great value for money. Also amazing staff, we forgot our tennis rackets in the room and the reception lady and the owner were very helpful. I want to send my appreciation for these beautiful people.
    Fulya
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$84.13
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,078 reviews
    really kind guy on the reception :) value for money, free coffee in the morning, we felt safe, great for 1 night stay, cheapest option
    Martin
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$101.02
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 711 reviews
    - nice crew - nice hostel facilities, I love that it has different cottages you are staying in with plenty of space - outside facilities are great and very comfy - loved it - great location, you can walk to the beach or to downtown - everything what you need
    Sarah
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$101.02
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 711 reviews
    Great location, cute hostel (felt like you're in someone's house), helpful staff, very good breakfast!!! And overall nice vibe.
    Bujnošková
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$123.72
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,126 reviews
    Great location, cheap, clean, tea and coffee provided
    Suzanne
    Young couple