Location, location, location! Probably Rosaritos best kept secret right it in the heart of it. The…read morebeach is just a block away to west and all the shops and restaurants on Benito Juarez, are a block to the east. Basic accommodations, secure, safe!

So much more than a hostel! The quintessential roadside cantina, great food and drinks, rooms to…read morerent upstairs. Wally is a wonderful host. Cruise by, stop in for some cervezas, get the kebab combo and some guacamole. Good vibes all around.

I just got back this weekend from Moncy's & Wally's. It was a great place to just hang out for the…read moreweekend. Great food and atmosphere. On the weekends, they have karaoke. They have little quaint rooms for you to sleep upstairs. You're just 5 minutes from Puerto Nuevo and 20 minutes from Rosarito. Thank you for your hospitality Moncy and Wally. I will definitely be back in a couple of months.

Great little place to surf, hang out, and relax. Its located a short walk from a beautiful sandy…read morebeach. The place is clean and it's your typical surf house. A few boards hanging around, wetsuits, sand, and a chill atmosphere. I stayed in the Dorm room and it was perfect! There's about 6-8 beds, clean sheets, and a huge balcony over looking the water. It's such a great place to relax and stare out at the ocean. If you're looking for a laid back atmosphere, clean bed, and interesting people - this is the place. Ian is helpful and Charmagne is a super awesome surf instructor! It's a pretty relaxed vibe so if you're looking to party, you're in the wrong spot. Ian sells beer and you can totally enjoy yourself, but this isn't Rosarito or TJ. It's a small town nestled between the highway and ocean. Very cool.

This is a charming place just ten minutes north of Encenada. Four blocks from highway 1, which runs…read morealong the shore at this stretch. The hostel is on the hillside, so there is an unobstructed view of the ocean from every room, and the sunset plays out each evening for the guests relaxing on the covered porch. The owner is a friendly lady named Maria. She will greet you with a smile when you ring the bell at the gate, and will prepare a delicious breakfast in the morning. The rooms are clean and cozy, decorated in an artistic Boho style. There are four beds to a room. Two outdoor showers with hot water. The kitchen has a helpful bookcase full of travel books. There is parking inside the gate, although you can easily walk to the main road where you will find restaurants and a convenience store. If you are looking for a quiet spot, away from the tourist traps, then this is the place.

I needed a quick place to stay near the beach to run my 5K and grabbed a room here at California…read moreDreams. I don't mind staying in hostels and was able to get one of their private rooms. There are also dorm rooms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms. The common area is nice with a large couch, a kitchen for cooking and storing food and a TV. Pacific Beach is a few steps away with plenty of dining options around. I had a nice time here. You can't beat the price to stay so close to the ocean. The staff was great and gave me a tour of the facility when I arrived. You can rent equipment like surfboards, bikes, skateboards, beach towels, etc from the front office. California Dreams has everything you need to make your beach experience fun. They also run a coffee shop outside in the mornings.

I arrived with an 11pm checkin. I left with an 8am checkout. I just wanted somewhere safe and cheap…read moreto stay at during comic con. Everything went beyond smoothly. The room was very quiet. I was first in bathroom when I woke up, so no issues using the bathroom. I slept very well. Woke up twice in the middle of the night, but I'm a light sleeper. Heard light snoring in middle of night. The staff was very friendly. Asked purpose of visit. Fully explained all amenities. Gave complimentary ear plugs. I was a little worried about finding parking at 11pm. But there were a ton of spaces everywhere. I would definitely come back here again.

This review is for the jiujitsu portion of this place. I enrolled my girlfriend here and she loves…read moreit. She has no experience in martial arts so it's important for her to get good basics and foundation. Her first couple classes she's already learned a few things that will help her in the real world if a situation arises. The teachers David and his son as well as Sarai the female instructor are great. It's not so crowded like other classes I've attended so we get better personal attention from the instructors. They teach in both English and Spanish. There are also kids classes in the evenings at 530 every day that is strictly for kids only. The prices are very cheap compared to the US. Recommend this place to learn self defense if you live around the area or if you're staying at the hostel.

Cool people but I think Ray needs a little more tattoo experience. I didn't walk the hostel but it…read morelooked big from the living room. Let me know what do you think?

I had amazing time about 2 weeks lived here. Location: It…read moreis located on Market st and 5th Ave Downtown, in center of Gaslamp area so very convienient for everything. Near by CVS, close to Ralps market, restaurants, bar club.... Room: they clean everyday. They give you shower towel for each bed, also there are a lot of towel in bathroom. So many bathroom in this hostel, one in room and another 2 each floor. Kitchen: this area is big and comfortable with all of stuffs you can use. Open 24 hours, whenever you feel hungry you can make some foods. Hot water, coffee machine,....always ready for you. Laundry: $1 for wash and $1 for dry. Only quarter so you can get change at cashier. A little but old system but good condition and working very well. Customer service: They have so many people who work as a receptionist at different time. I lived here 2 weeks and met all. All of them is friendly, kindly, helful and professional. Impressive work!!! Price: Im pretty sure you will get cheaper price when you book the room at this hostel, or on official hostel's website more than on any online app. And cheaper if you book on weekday compare to weekend. Great job Hi SD hostel team!!! Very high recommendation for all of travellers around the worlds!!!!

Initially I'm always a bit cautious about staying at hostels but this one was really nice. Good…read morestaff that was very friendly and helpful. It was very vibey and spatious and clean. We were provided with bedding and towels. The rooms were large and there was a ton of bathrooms. The beds were pretty comfortable. Was happily surprised by the amenities - a game room and a movie room and a really large kitchen. Also a perk that they had free breakfast. Only complaint is that they don't have a heater on in the hallways so it's freezing. Also it's not very soundproof so it's very loud being so close to the gas lamp quarter.

Good enough place to sleep and shower. Just remember this is not a hotel, but a hostel, so don't…read moreexpect personal hygiene items to be available such as shampoo, soap, body scrubs, etc. The man running running this place was very nice to us.

Very nice place for the price. Jorge the owner is very welcoming and very helpful. Is a great place…read moreto stay if you are going to spend the majority of the time out and about. Is about a five minute drive from downtown Ensenada and three blocks from the beach. The five stars is not a review of the hotel but of my experience. If you are looking for a 5 star hotel this is not your place. Will stay again.

I realllly Wanted to give this place a 5/5 review because so much was great about it. The…read moreamenities, the Location, the Architecture. Even the restaurant was pretty good (although going down to puerto nuevo street is objectively better) But I just couldn't fly with the fact there was a giant hole behind our TV that let into the adjacent room, I thought I was going crazy or the tv was malfunctioning but it turns it it was just the tv noise from the room next door. I stuffed the hole with a hand towel and slept with my airpods in but that was just inexcusable. Definitely hope to have better luck in the future, would be happy to try again. And yes this place is 1000% FAMILY friendly so if you dont like kiddos at play, stay away.

This place is old and needs a deep clean and renovation . Lots of screaming kids in the indoor pool…read morearea. Feels more like a apartment than a hotel. Pull out couch looks so dingy and dirty. It has a lot of amenities but I dont think we will ever come back. The windows need screens. The staff is nice.

Vibes here are absolutely immaculate. I did not expect to enjoy this place as much as I did…read more I've only stayed in one other hostel before--a hostel in Zurich, Switzerland--so it was hard not to compare the two experiences. This hostel sits right on the beach and boardwalk and is known for its lively, social atmosphere. I was originally hoping for something a bit more peaceful and restful, but I ended up loving the energy. In terms of cleanliness, it doesn't quite measure up to my experience in Zurich. However, that shortcoming is easily overshadowed by the incredible ambiance and stunning location. The sound of the ocean waves alone is enough to melt away stress. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by friendly faces. The hostel feels like one giant living room filled with friends from all over the world. Conversations happen naturally, and everyone seems relaxed, welcoming, and carefree. It's genuinely amazing how easy it is to connect with people despite language barriers or age differences. The accommodations themselves are simple--basic bunk beds and shared bathrooms--but comfortable and clean enough. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves and waking up to a cool ocean breeze was pure bliss. If you're looking for luxury, this probably isn't the place. But if you're looking for atmosphere, community, and an unbeatable beachfront experience, it's hard to beat.

Sergio, Stephanie , Sami and Victor had the best hospitality ever and made my San Diego trip epic!…read moreI will definitely come back again. I travel a lot, and this is by far the best hostel I've ever stayed at!