My friends and my stay at California Dreams was exceptional.
The staff were very welcoming and down to earth, even giving us a tour of the building when we first came. They were happy to give us suggestions on where to go and what to do and were very patient with our questions and requests.
The hostel also had plenty of amenities, some of which were free and some of which were very reasonably priced. For example, my friends and I rented bikes from them for $10 per person, and they were good quality cruisers with multiple gears. They even suggested a route to take to the beach and told us that even though we had to return the bikes at 8 pm, they were quite leniant on the time so long as it was reasonably within the time frame.
Staying at the hostel was also memorable because of its setting. We met interesting people (including the staff) and their stories. I hope to return back one day, as it is quite an unforgettable experience.