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Hostel San Diego, United States

4.5
(149 reviews)149

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High demand host
This host has received 11 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
121 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English
83 travelers recommend this host to practice English
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What you offer

14h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Party Promoter
Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
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What you get

1

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Surf lessons
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Surfboards
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
Verified Host
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Availability

Jan
Feb
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Stay at least
7 days
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

Looking to host traveling "digital nomads" with a focus on Travel Blogging and Instagram Content creation. San Diego is Always Sunny, a beautiful scenic city with cliffs, sea lions and tidal pools at our many beaches. Many activities, museums, Balboa Park, downtown Gaslamp, Mission Beach, Mission Bay, Pacific Beach, Coronado and of course Wednesday in Ocean Beach at our weekly drum circle.

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Requirements

  • Under 29 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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149 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 121 Meeting international travelers
  • 83 Practicing English
  • 79 Immersing in the local culture
  • 63 Practicing Spanish
  • 62 Meeting locals
  • 41 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 24 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 21 3. Good health and well-being
  • 11 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Japan

5

I really had a good time volunteering at this hostel! The tasks of the day were not hard at all, and I could enjoy traveling around the city with amazing people at the hostel!

7 days ago


Andy replied

Stay connected on Instagram @TheHostelCalifornia

Brazil

5

I had a great time with people who stay and Andy is a super nice host. The work is super easy and flexible. I really appreciate my time, thanks Andy!

14 days ago


Andy replied

Our International Travelers stay connected on Instagram @TheHostelCalifornia

France

5

A hostel that will remain in my heart, great people, a place of peace and quiet. Andy is a great person who emphasizes human relationships and art. I'll be back, thanks for everything !

3 months ago


Andy replied

Follow @thehostelcalifornia
High from THC in San Diego!
Thank you for your amazing art and keep up the great vibes!

Italy

5

This is the most amazing hostel ever and Andy is the most flexible host in worldpackers! I felt like living in a family and I've never been so sad to leave a place. Hope to come back soon 🫶🏼

4 months ago


Andy replied

Don’t be sad, you can always come back and stay long term with our @TheHostelColive

Australia

5

I loved volunteering here, it was a great atmosphere. Very easy to meet people, everyone was very social and great to be around. It is also in a great location, there are so many great things to do. I couldn't recommend enough!!

4 months ago


Andy replied

Thank you so much! Stay connected on Insta @thehostelcalifornia

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