Santa Cruz Hostel

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation321 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesShow on map

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Top rated

Guests rate it highest for location, service and value.

Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.9 out of 10, at 321 Main St.

Charming Accommodation Explore the coastal beauty of Santa Cruz with a stay at our hostel, boasting barbecue facilities and a serene garden for your relaxation.

Convenient Location Situated just 500 meters from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within walking distance to Pacific Avenue, our hostel in the bustling Santa Cruz Boardwalk district makes it easy to explore the area's attractions.

Relaxing Amenities Enjoy the sun terrace and soak up the California sunshine during your stay at Santa Cruz Hostel, with Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse just a short distance away.

Book your stay now at Santa Cruz Hostel for a memorable seaside adventure!

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
BBQ facilities
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out

Rooms

9.0

Top rated

Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 160 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.4
Service9.4
Location9.9
Rooms8.3
Amenities8.9
Value9.3
Food & drink8.4

Guests mention

Friendly staffGreat locationGood value for money

DeboraUnited States
August 2026Solo traveller
Excellent location, rooms were cute and in older little cabin like homes. When I arrived there was a dinner being served which was a potluck, enjoyed meeting people then. Bunks were average and a little noisy. Kitchen…
ednaUnited States
August 2026Solo traveller
It was the perfect first hostel experience. Super grateful for opportunities and places like these.
I wasn’t there for breakfast but I did enjoy the setting of the place. I felt safe & like I was at home.
CarolineGermany
August 2026Solo traveller
Very clean and super soft beds
LaurenUnited States
August 2026Solo traveller
Home Away From Home
So cute, well taken care of! Everything you need is within walking distance and the staff is very accommodating!
No complaints!
VirginiaArgentina
August 2026Couple
Amo este Hostel, es todo lo que una se imagina cuando piensa en un hostel.
Está pensado para viajeros backpackers como yo.
PaulaUnited States
August 2026Solo traveller
location
staff no compassion lied abojt rules & availability

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

321 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Guests rate the location 9.9 out of 10 — exceptional.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Santa Cruz Hostel

What time is check-in and check-out at Santa Cruz Hostel?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Santa Cruz Hostel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Does Santa Cruz Hostel have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does Santa Cruz Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book Santa Cruz Hostel?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Santa Cruz Hostel?

321 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA.

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