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Samesun Ocean Beach 2 stars

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach offers 2-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides an ATM, and luggage storage for guests.

Ocean Beach is 300 metres from the hostel, while Sunset Cliffs Beach is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 6 km from Samesun Ocean Beach. The location was great, 3 min walk to the beach. The common areas and general vibe was also awesome, definetely what made the hostel so special.

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9
Superb
1,643 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

THE SECRET GARDEN

South Los Angeles, Los Angeles

Situated conveniently in the South Los Angeles district of Los Angeles, THE SECRET GARDEN is situated 1.4 km from California Science Center, 1.6 km from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and 5.4 km from Staples Center. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from LA Memorial Coliseum.

Microsoft Theater is 5.4 km from the hostel, while LA Union Station is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 16 km from THE SECRET GARDEN. Very comfortable and quiet house. The hostess very attentive to any need at all times

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9.2
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Bodhi House, Joshua Tree National Park

Twentynine Palms

Situated in Twentynine Palms, 8.8 km from Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail, Bodhi House, Joshua Tree National Park features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 22 km from Arch Rock Trailhead, 23 km from Skull Rock and 29 km from Pine City. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The property was fully equipped, comfortable, and near Joshua tree national park. The hosts were gracious and welcoming.

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9
Superb
77 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Ocean Front Vortex Female Hostel private rooms Free bikes

Venice Beach, Los Angeles

Located in Los Angeles, 300 metres from Venice Beach, Ocean Front Vortex Female Hostel private rooms Free bikes provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Each room is equipped with a patio. Wonderful: the accommodation, the location, the facilities (bike, sup, mat…) and the host. Gary is super friendly: always available for a coffe, a beber and a chat.

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9.9
Exceptional
26 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Samesun San Francisco 2 stars

Marina District, San Francisco

Located within 2.6 km of Crissy Field East Beach and less than 1 km of Ghirardelli Square, Samesun San Francisco provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in San Francisco. This 2-star hostel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.9 km from Coit Tower. Everything was amazing, the staff super friendly. The location was great, you can walk any place from there.

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8.4
Very good
3,063 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 3.3 km from Balboa Park, 5 km from San Diego Zoo and 7 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The property is 10 km from University of San Diego and 11 km from SeaWorld San Diego. Well positioned right in the street where you would want to go at night. Staff Is nice, available and always present. Activities are available in the evening. free water and cheap vending machines. The Building Is old and nostalgic but with renovation of the facilities. Bathrooms are clean and rooms are comfy. There Is air conditioning

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8.6
Fabulous
1,684 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Orange Drive Hostel

Hollywood, Los Angeles

Located within 4 minutes' walk from Dolby Theater, Orange Drive Hostel offers free WiFi . Entertainment venue the Hollywood Bowl is 1 km away, while Capitol Records is 1.4 km away.

Melrose Avenue is 2.3 km from the hostel, while Universal Studios Hollywood is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 11 km from the property. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is 4 minutes' walk from the property. Great location for shows at the bowl and just a short walk to the walk of fame. Hard Rock Cafe. Shuttles to the bowl 2 buildings from the hostel. Nice and clean

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8.6
Fabulous
1,551 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel 1 stars

Marina District, San Francisco

Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this Fisherman’s Wharf hostel features free WiFi throughout the property. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests and daily activities are offered.

Shared bathroom facilities are offered for both dormitory-style guest rooms and private guest rooms at HI San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf Hostel. Towels and linens are provided. Facility, views, breakfasts, coziness

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8.3
Very good
1,642 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

HI San Diego Downtown Hostel 3 stars

Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Accommodation at HI San Diego Downtown Hostel includes heating and a fan. Private air-conditioned rooms are available with en suite bathrooms and hairdryers. Personal lockers are available for each dorm bed. Free high-speed WiFi is included in public areas. Location and the lady in the reception she was really kind and she guided us to good places to go in San Diego

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8.1
Very good
1,344 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel 3 stars

Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco

Each room at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel showcases large windows. All rooms are decorated in cool tones and modern furnishings. Select rooms include an en suite bathroom, a sink and a mirror.

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel is 7 minutes’ walk from the Chinatown Gates. Shopping at Westfield Mall on Market Street is 5 minutes’ walk away. perfect location, safe neighborhood, less than 5 min walk to union square, big and well organized kitchen, breakfast, purified water dispenser, free coffee 24/7, great common space, so closed to public transportation, I just loved it here, I think it’s the best place to stay to live the city

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8.4
Very good
3,700 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

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