Guests at Lucky D's Hostel, in the heart of San Diego's East Village district, enjoy free Internet access and calls to the U.S. and Canada. Complimentary meals on certain days, a pub crawl, walking tour and bike storage are also part of the package. Nightly get-togethers in the hostel's party room allow guests to meet one another. The hostel does not enforce a curfew. As of 2010, dorm rooms, starting at $15 per night, sleep four people. Private rooms, which start at $49 for double occupancy, have a bunk bed, cable television and a mini fridge. Lucky D's guests use a communal bathroom and kitchen.
Lucky D's Hostel
615 8th Ave.
San Diego, CA 92101
619-595-0000
luckydshostel.com
Venice Beach Cotel, west of Los Angeles and minutes from the coastal town of Santa Monica, caters to young international travelers looking to soak in local flavor. Half a block from the boardwalk and 10 minutes from the Los Angeles Airport, Venice Beach Cotel offers plenty for its guests. Travelers enjoy door-to-door tours of attractions throughout Los Angeles, daily maid service and 24-hour security. Shared rooms at Venice Beach Cotel start at $22 per night and private rooms run $52.60 per night, as of 2010.
Venice Beach Cotel
25 Windward Ave.
Venice, CA 90291
888-718-8287
venicebeachcotel.com
For travelers looking for an outdoors adventure, Big Bear Hostel offers accommodations two hours east of Los Angeles. As of 2010, dorm accomodations run $30 and up; private rooms start at $35 for double occupancy and $50 for single occupancy. Guests share a kitchen, bathroom and other common areas. The hostel, established in 1905 as a vacation spot for Los Angeles residents, offers hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking nearby. Big Bear Hostel is also close to shops, bars and restaurants. No pets are allowed. Children are welcome as long as they do not disturb other guests.
Big Bear Hostel
527 Knickerbocker Road
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
909-866-8900
bigbearhostel.com
