House of Trestles

It is a Hostel not a hotel. Multiple people in one room. Shared Bathroom. No parking except on the street which is full and not safe. If you want a Hostel it may be nice. I wanted a hotel so I did not stay here. Also no one is available on-site to assist you. The email said it is a place to crash for surfers and lifeguards. You should be more truthful about what this is when you list it on Hotels.com. I would not have booked it if I knew what it was. I did not stay there when I found out the truth.

Very cool hostel. Great common areas. Great mural artwork

Everything about HOT is unique. From check in to sharing the common rooms and space. Great street art. Surf vibe and I want to come back always. I stay in the mixed room. Bed is amazingly comfortable. Been coming here since 11/16/18. Maybe longer. 💞💞💞

I’m aware this is a hostel and a unique experience, but didn’t realize how large it was and how many people bunk in the various rooms while sharing bathrooms and common areas including the kitchen. It was clear that efforts were made to remind guests to take care of their dishes and such, but the sink was full of dirty dishes, and I was not comfortable, leaving my food in the refrigerator. Overall, I felt safe enough staying one night with my adult daughter. I never saw anyone at the front desk, but Chris reached out and text me before check-in to let us know we could arrive as early as 1:00pm since the upstairs private room was ready and that was greatly appreciated.

The bed was comfortable and the AC worked great. The window exposed the neighbors and our curtains remained closed, I-5 was loud, and the SHARED Bathroom freaked my wife out! The towels smelled like a locker room! Get dressed to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night. Our door had a 1" gap at the top, the floors were cracked, the WIRELESS connection worked but there was NO INTERNET! No TV! This type of property is not what we expected from Expedia!

The unit has shared bathroom space There isn’t a ramp to enter the building for ADA using person

Simple and clean environment. I stayed in one of the private rooms in the building. Something to note is that unlike hostels that I've experienced in Europe, this one doesn't have a physical person in attendance 24/7.

I was planning to stay for an event - work trip. I needed a late check in so they did accommodate that through email. Honestly though they don’t provide lockers to store your stuff and that was a huge disappointment coming from out of town when you’re on the go for a work event. The last thing you need is for your things to be far out of reach. The bathrooms were so-so as far as cleanliness plus there are no towels which I know is the common thing for hostels but I had forgotten mine by accident and it was too late at night to go buy one. Also this hostel is completely co-ed. the bathrooms AND sleeping arrangements. It was very late at night when I got in but I decided to not stay because of the lack of storage (I had to get ready for work in the a.m.) and because my phone was nearly out of battery. I didn’t know if I would have an outlet near my bed which is awkward when you’re coming in late at night and others are sleeping. I decided to drive out of town to stay which was a big inconvenience because of these little things that add up to be big things that I didn’t know about prior to booking. I am a female in my 30s for reference. Lastly, there was barely any street parking available. Late at night when having to transport your things it’s not the safest bet for a petite female. Better off paying more to stay somewhere that’s private or stay with family/friends.

Bohemian. Great price. Quiet. This is not the Four Seasons. I really enjoyed it because the “room” was like a small apartment. The bed was comfortable. San Clemente State Beach across the street. It’s mixed in with condos on both sides. Street parking. I will come back again. As it was suited to my beach personality.

The room is clean but there is no chair nor table. The kitchen is dirty. There is no shampoo and soap for shower.

Again, never disappoints. Simple clean comfortable space. House of Trestles offers more than I need. The areas I use are a cool vibe and I feel at home. Thanks for a great week

I’m aware this is a hostel and a unique experience, but didn’t realize how large it was and how many people bunk in the various rooms while sharing bathrooms and common areas including the kitchen. It was clear that efforts were made to remind guests to take care of their dishes and such, but the sink was full of dirty dishes, and I was not comfortable, leaving my food in the refrigerator. Overall, I felt safe enough staying one night with my adult daughter. I never saw anyone at the front desk, but Chris reached out and text me before check-in to let us know we could arrive as early as 1:00pm since the upstairs private room was ready and that was greatly appreciated.

Simple and clean environment. I stayed in one of the private rooms in the building. Something to note is that unlike hostels that I've experienced in Europe, this one doesn't have a physical person in attendance 24/7.

Conventient and well priced. Room was warm and clean when I got there. Check in was a breeze.

We had bugs in our room, staff was never around, the light switch that controlled the bathroom vent was hanging off the wall, air conditioner was leaking water all over the floors, TV remote was busted and it was not the batteries

My room was clean and bed was very comfortable. Good communication and directions given.

Room didn’t seem properly cleaned. A lot of things were pretty dusty. There was food residue on the silverware and glasses, some sticky stuff on the floor, and I found chips on the floor. I don’t know if the ac is broken, but I tried to turn it on for about 20 minutes and couldn’t figure out how. Other than that, I liked the style of the room, and the sheets were clean

Visiting our son and this cute getaway was five minutes away from him. Loved the neighborhood and the accommodations. Perfect for our three day stay. Clean and well kept property. Loved the little bodega Primos right around the corner. Had everything we needed. Will be sure to book again when we visit. Thank you!

Everything was dirty and there was cockroaches. The employees were also very rude .

Disgusting

Great place, super comfortable and relaxing place. Great art and amazing surf / skate vibes. Ill be back!

The room was clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly. This space is very cool and hip. Bathrooms could use some attention (toilets were bady soiled with yellow stains and brown „stuff” and some tp was available only in two stalls), but for the price I think it was a great value. I had some neighbors that decided to have a couples fight at 11pm that ended up with solid screaming and crying and then they decided to listen to some music full on. I finally got up and asked them to keep it down. There’s no staff on site to help so something to consider. Overall, very pleasant stay and I’d recommend it to anyone that doesn’t have very high expectations, but is looking for clean, safe and cheap place to stay.

Very cool hostel. Great common areas. Great mural artwork

Everything about HOT is unique. From check in to sharing the common rooms and space. Great street art. Surf vibe and I want to come back always. I stay in the mixed room. Bed is amazingly comfortable. Been coming here since 11/16/18. Maybe longer. 💞💞💞

House of Trestles never disappoints this girl. I’ve been coming here since after they first opened, it’s better than the campground across the freeway. I feel safe and comfortable and the vibe is really kick back and easy-going. The street art is the best and I can’t help but take selfies. The bed is extraordinarily comfortable, as well as the sheets that they provide. Always my pleasure to be there.

I’m aware this is a hostel and a unique experience, but didn’t realize how large it was and how many people bunk in the various rooms while sharing bathrooms and common areas including the kitchen. It was clear that efforts were made to remind guests to take care of their dishes and such, but the sink was full of dirty dishes, and I was not comfortable, leaving my food in the refrigerator. Overall, I felt safe enough staying one night with my adult daughter. I never saw anyone at the front desk, but Chris reached out and text me before check-in to let us know we could arrive as early as 1:00pm since the upstairs private room was ready and that was greatly appreciated.

The bed was comfortable and the AC worked great. The window exposed the neighbors and our curtains remained closed, I-5 was loud, and the SHARED Bathroom freaked my wife out! The towels smelled like a locker room! Get dressed to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night. Our door had a 1" gap at the top, the floors were cracked, the WIRELESS connection worked but there was NO INTERNET! No TV! This type of property is not what we expected from Expedia!

Simple and clean environment. I stayed in one of the private rooms in the building. Something to note is that unlike hostels that I've experienced in Europe, this one doesn't have a physical person in attendance 24/7.

We had bugs in our room, staff was never around, the light switch that controlled the bathroom vent was hanging off the wall, air conditioner was leaking water all over the floors, TV remote was busted and it was not the batteries

A/C ain’t working all days. It’s short like 2 minutes then close tan. Need to fix ac condition

It is a Hostel not a hotel. Multiple people in one room. Shared Bathroom. No parking except on the street which is full and not safe. If you want a Hostel it may be nice. I wanted a hotel so I did not stay here. Also no one is available on-site to assist you. The email said it is a place to crash for surfers and lifeguards. You should be more truthful about what this is when you list it on Hotels.com. I would not have booked it if I knew what it was. I did not stay there when I found out the truth.

Chris is a great manager! We really enjoyed our stay and will be back soon Thank you, Chris!

I’m aware this is a hostel and a unique experience, but didn’t realize how large it was and how many people bunk in the various rooms while sharing bathrooms and common areas including the kitchen. It was clear that efforts were made to remind guests to take care of their dishes and such, but the sink was full of dirty dishes, and I was not comfortable, leaving my food in the refrigerator. Overall, I felt safe enough staying one night with my adult daughter. I never saw anyone at the front desk, but Chris reached out and text me before check-in to let us know we could arrive as early as 1:00pm since the upstairs private room was ready and that was greatly appreciated.

Waiting 90 minutes for remote check in, bed is comfortable but the overall cleanse is pool! Nearby a Mexican supermarket with best value tacos!

Conventient and well priced. Room was warm and clean when I got there. Check in was a breeze.

We had bugs in our room, staff was never around, the light switch that controlled the bathroom vent was hanging off the wall, air conditioner was leaking water all over the floors, TV remote was busted and it was not the batteries

My room was clean and bed was very comfortable. Good communication and directions given.

I Iove the easy checkin and the simplicity of it .. the room where decent and people were quiet

Everything was dirty and there was cockroaches. The employees were also very rude .

Great location and staff (Chris is great)

Close to the beaches.

Great spot, easy check-in, comfortable, and great location. Amazing street art gallery! Would definitely stay again.

The place is a Mecca of good vibes and cool culture The staff are wonderful The location is prime Prices can’t be beat If you surf,you gotta experience it 👍👍

Convenient, close to Bus/Trolley stop. Small store at the end of the block.

Visiting our son and this cute getaway was five minutes away from him. Loved the neighborhood and the accommodations. Perfect for our three day stay. Clean and well kept property. Loved the little bodega Primos right around the corner. Had everything we needed. Will be sure to book again when we visit. Thank you!

Bohemian. Great price. Quiet. This is not the Four Seasons. I really enjoyed it because the “room” was like a small apartment. The bed was comfortable. San Clemente State Beach across the street. It’s mixed in with condos on both sides. Street parking. I will come back again. As it was suited to my beach personality.

Convenient, good price, good location

Great location and staff (Chris is great)