Hostels in San Diego
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Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel
Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel offers 3-star accommodations in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace.
Gaslamp Hostel
Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.
HI San Diego Downtown Hostel
Located in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, this nonprofit hostel has a fully equipped kitchen and offers free coffee, tea, and filtered water all day. Balboa Park is 3 mi away.
ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Located in San Diego, within a 2-minute walk of Mission Beach and 2.3 miles of SeaWorld San Diego, ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi.
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Located in San Diego, a few steps from Pacific Beach, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.
ITH San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Located directly on the boardwalk in Pacific Beach, ITH San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel offers oceanfront accommodations 1.9 mi away from world famous Belmont Amusement Park.
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Set in a Victorian house in the heart of Central San Diego's Little Italy Neighborhood of Downtown, this hostel offers dormitory rooms and private rooms with free Wi-Fi, breakfast and hosted social...
PodShare San Diego
Conveniently set in the center of San Diego, PodShare San Diego is within a 13-minute walk of San Diego – Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 0.7 miles of Maritime Museum of San Diego.
Lucky D's Youth and Traveler's Hostel
Just a 5-minute walk from the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, Lucky D’s Hostel in San Diego’s East Village offers a welcoming and social atmosphere with free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
RK Hostel
Located in San Diego and with Maritime Museum of San Diego reachable within a 12-minute walk, RK Hostel provides a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 211 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San Diego
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 398 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San Diego
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,708 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San Diego
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,833 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San Diego
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- Avg. price/night: $72.35Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,144 reviewsIt’s been the best hostel I have stayed, it was really clean, the bed is comfortable and you have your own privacy. The common areas were great and they had everything you need. I also liked how the organize the food in the kitchen.Guest review byIreneSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $188.71Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 1,253 reviewsGreat location in town close to the airport and the Waterfront Park, Went to run the marathon and was a great location to get to the start of the race and to get after the race. The room is confortable and although there is a lot of noise outside by the passing planes and trains I was able to sleep without a problem, the rooms have good sound proof. The hotel is a budget simple place and you get what you pay, don't expect luxury but is safe, clean and quiet.Guest review byxorgeGroup
- Avg. price/night: $72.35Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,144 reviewsOne of the best hostels ever: clean, safe, in a great location, providing both privacy and community spirit. Lives up to the name!Guest review byJuliaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $177.90Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,833 reviewsFriendly people both staff and hostel dwellers. Bars a bit cheaper than LA with proper pints and free entry. Good competitive yet friendly welcoming pool playing at bars just up from the beach.. Winstons club had a truly great band playing with large group of banging musicians and multiple happening vocalists, great after a skin full of Hazy IPA, makes you dance on the wind, you just don't want it to stop...Guest review byPeterSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $181.53Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 846 reviewsI think one of the best Hostel I have ever stayed in. Very clean, good facilities, amazing breakfast that's included, super friendly and helpful staff. Great location, pretty close to the beach and to the Airport. I definitely recommend it and would come back.Guest review byTinaYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $153.48Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,708 reviewsThe hostel was nicely decorated and pretty chill. Some days there are events where you can get free drinks a meet new people. The restrooms and showers were newly renovated and clean. This establishment is perfect for lone or budget travelers.Guest review byMarošSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $194.49Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 398 reviewsIt was super close to the beach, the people was nice, and it’s in a safe area. The breakfas was good, they have baggel, fruits and cereals, coffe and teas. What I loved is they had a rental shop aswell, so you can rent bikes, surfboards, and lots of other outdoors stuff. they also have a schedule in the main room where it shows different (free or super cheap) activities. I went to a free yoga class infront of the ocean, and I also got fish tacos for $1.5 in the restaurant near the hostelGuest review byMartaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $160.67Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,706 reviewsGreat location, nice free breakfast, helpful staff, communal areas were clean. Hostel was quiet and the staff were very good with keeping the place safe and secure, generally all round it was very good.Guest review byCharlotteYoung couple