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The Hostel California

1.5 star property

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Exterior
Courtyard
Interior
Interior
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
213 Academy Ave, Bishop, CA, 93514
  • Canal Walks
    2 min walk
  • Little Lakes Valley Trail
    2 min walk
  • Bishop City Park
    6 min walk
  • Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional)
    8 min drive

Room options

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Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double room, 2 double beds with shared bathroom | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double room, 2 double beds with shared bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Front of property

Motel 6 Bishop, CA

Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
3.9 out of 5, Good, (1005)
The price is CHF 113
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Motel 6 Bishop, CA

About this property

The Hostel California

Adults-only hostel in Bishop with free parking
A 24-hour front desk, a computer station and an arcade/games room are available at this hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, a garden and a picnic area are on-site.
The Hostel California offers 10 accommodations. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. This Bishop hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at The Hostel California, you're just a quick walk from Canal Walks. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an arcade/games room.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a computer and library
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Steps from Canal Walks and Little Lakes Valley Trail
The Hostel California offers its guests a library, an arcade/games room, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Bishop hostel.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1884
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Hostel California Bishop
Hostel California
The Hostel California Bishop
The Hostel California Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Hostel California Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Bishop

The Hostel California Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 229 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

viktor, San Mateo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very interesting place , definitely a hippie vibe , but overall friendly, and quiet and respectful. Definitely worth the price .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful at our stay. Our communication with our host was easy, and the facilities were great. Our only issue was the squeakiness of the beds. They made it a bit difficult when sharing a room with others.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hostel in California
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best stay in the area!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Amazing find! Bohemian! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bo Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good place to stay with the budget for a solo traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alycia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a dorm so there is not a real mystery. A fine place to stay and of course it’s the cheapest in town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Satoru, Torrance

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time stay and will come back again with my family. Very convenient and we liked dining, kitchen and lounge room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a cute renovation! Really enjoyed the atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happily Surprised
Having never stayed in a hostel, I was not real sure it was the right thing for me. I am a 76 year old woman, single and thought it would be noisy and more appropriate for a 20-30 year old. To my surprise there were guests of all ages, from all over the world. My stay was very pleasant! I stayed in a mixed shared dorm room another risky move by me however it was great with 3 women and 1 young man from Austria.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ninfa, Valencia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t the cleanest place. The bed was so creaky. It was relatively quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Shelby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Advertised as having ac but the property doesn’t have AC at all. I asked to leave and get a refund but no refund receipt was provided. I hope everything goes accordingly to plan and they get the ad corrected.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved finding a unique/alternative friendly place to stay that was also very comfortable and offered a variety of accommodation for those that enjoy the side streets..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Becky

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Never been so disappointed. Would not suggest this place to anyone. Needless to say we booked another hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is not the room I reserved. The facility was dilapidated, and two dogs were constantly barking in the whole house while staying in the room next to mine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good safe place to eat and sleep
The front desk service was friendly and fast check in. None of the couches were not comfy to sit on - it’s the only thing I’d suggest get upgraded. The bed was very comfortable. Guests were nice friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall stay was fine The bunk bed was squishy and small
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! I’ve been staying in hostels a lot lately and so far this is my favorite!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023