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Hostel

Open from September through May

A stay at Hidden Villa Hostel offers the quiet charm of country life. The Hostel is uniquely situated on a 1,600-acre property with gardens, farm animals, and wilderness preserve in a tranquil valley in the Santa Cruz Mountain foothills. Eight miles of hiking trails are just steps from the Hostel door. The Hostel was founded by Josephine and Frank Duveneck in 1937 and in 2001 its main building, kitchen, office, and bathrooms were rebuilt, earning the new Hostel a prestigious national award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as one of the 10 best sustainable projects in the Unites States.

Renting the Entire Hostel for a Private Group

border_hostel_dining_dinyThe entire Hidden Villa Hostel can be rented out for hosting your private group. The Hostel facilities are ideal for yoga and meditation retreats, family gatherings and celebrations, colleges and other organizations. The Hostel can sleep up to 34 guests. Please note that a 2-night minimum is required for groups renting out the Hostel during weekends (a 3-night minimum for holiday weekends).

Reservations

Reservations are required. Email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or call (650)949-8648 for more information about private group rates, our mid-week school group discounts, family cabins, reservations, cancellations, and refunds.

How far in advance can I make a reservation?border_hoste2_diny

  • Private weekend group (entire hostel) - up to 2 years in advance
  • Mid-week private group or school group - up to 1 year in advance
  • Small groups, families, and couple cabins - up to 2 months in advance
  • Please be advised that it is difficult for small groups, families, and couples to find availability during the weekends. 
  • Bed in a dorm (mid-week only) – up to 2 weeks in advance.
  • The Hostel is usually rented out during the weekends by private groups.


Reservations

Reservations are required. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   or call (650)949-8648 for more information.


Josephine's Retreat