Travel for the Over 30s

Point Montara LightHouse is an unusual light house hostel just south of San Francisco. The lighthouse offers absolutely spectacular views, of course, at around $20 night. Interiors include the original wooden stairs and the whole structure is preserved because its actually owned by California State Parks and run by the American Youth Hostel association.

The light house was originally on the other side of the country at Cape Code, a link which was only recently rediscovered, the Cape Coders thought their lighthouse was removed destroyed back in the 1920’s but recently an enthusiast found that in fact it was sold to Point Montara! The Port Montara light house dates back to the 1880’s.

Just 25 miles south of San Francisco a night at Port Montara could turn to more as there are plenty of hiking, biking and surfing options in the area, with whales sightings in season to. Accommodation is in both dorms and private rooms. All facilities are shared and include a full kitchen: a private room will cost less than $70, a dorm bed $22 -that’s not a bad price for California - and especially as the view is free!

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