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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. I've stayed in various hostels in the past but never did I stay at a hostel that offered so much to its residents. The staff was immensely friendly and helpful, the hostel cute and colourful. I particularly enjoyed the back terrace where we could have breakfast or enjoy the still warm evening air. I felt safe from the level of security put in place, and all the utensils (in the kitchen) and the beach commodities (towels, surf boards, etc) put at our disposition made the hostel feel welcoming and full of adventures. Plus it was really clean! The location is great if you want a beach holiday, but there are many buses that would take you to the town centre, and the airport.

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9
Superb
1,657 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Stay Classy

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Stay Classy is well located in the centre of San Diego, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is located 1.4 km from San Diego Convention Center, 2.8 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 3.1 km from USS Midway Museum. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hostel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the hostel. Without a doubt, it is not just one of the best, but unequivocally the best hostel I've encountered in my 20 years of travel experiences. The gentleman at the reception was exceptionally professional and friendly. Regrettably, I forgot to inquire about his name, but I do recall he hails from Argentina. The bed curtains and lockers ensured a 100% sense of privacy. Fortunately, my roommates were incredibly quiet during my two-night stay—no snoring or disturbances. I managed to sleep a solid 16 hours on my first night after a grueling 15-hour flight. Thanks to the hostel for providing such a conducive environment for a restful stay. One of the remarkable features was the balance between socializing and privacy. You could easily connect with someone if you felt like it, yet maintain your solitude when not in the mood for socializing. For those seeking interaction, the common area was perfect, and for those feeling weary, the pods offered a cozy retreat. A grocery store conveniently located just around the corner proved to be a blessing. This meant that even if you needed to purchase something after dark, there was no need to venture into the downtown area, ensuring your safety. The well-equipped kitchen catered to all the needs of a traveler. Overall, I have a deep appreciation for this hostel. I would undoubtedly return if I find myself in San Diego again.

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9.1
Superb
1,041 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Roomi

Koreatown, Los Angeles

Conveniently situated in the Koreatown district of Los Angeles, Roomi is located 4.9 km from Staples Center, 4.9 km from Microsoft Theater and 5.5 km from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA. The property is situated 5.7 km from Petersen Automotive Museum, 6.2 km from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and 6.5 km from Capitol Records Building. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

California Science Center is 6.9 km from the hostel, while LA Memorial Coliseum is 7.2 km away. The nearest airport is Hawthorne Municipal Airport, 17 km from Roomi. big house, a lot of travelers, free breakfast (bread, nutella, oats, pancakes) + friendly staff. i was lil bit worry to book bc of amount of reviews but im glad i did! very good for the money.

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10
Exceptional
7 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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9.3
Superb
15 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. I had a really good time at Bodhi’s House, the hosts were very welcoming and the house is peaceful and quiet, it is a really nice place to work remotely. It was also really close to the north entrance of Joshua Tree NP, but a little away from the city center (which was not a problem to me). My room was really cosy and quiet too and the bed was comfy. I had an amazing time here! Thank you!

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9
Superb
78 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. Vortex, the coolest place where to be in Venice

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9.9
Exceptional
22 reviews

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. The staffs were helpful and nice. The room was clean and spacious, and the bed was comfortable.

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8.4
Very good
3,113 reviews
Price from
£31
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. The hostel is based in a historic building with an amazing vibe. it’s beautiful, very comfortable, cozy and clean. The staff are very helpful, professional and wonderful to have a chat. if you are traveling solo, it’s an ideal place to meet interesting people from all over the the world and make friends. Some people travel for leisure and other for conferences (convention center is walking distance).There are activities almost every day from thematic tours to social parties. if you don’t have a car, the location is so central that you actually don’t need it. Best bars, restaurants, clubs are minutes away walking. Inside it’s quiet so no problems with noice from the street. Seaport village about 15 minutes away walking. You also get a free breakfast so your don’t have to worry about it either. initially I booked for just one week but extended to two becoz I decided to stay and not travel anywhere else. Stunning beaches are short drive away and u can get there with a public transport too. The hostel also provides towels for the beach. The place is in high demand and probably the best hostel in town

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8.6
Fabulous
1,702 reviews

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. Excellent stuff, nice, friendly. Andreas Michera from Berlin

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8.6
Fabulous
1,567 reviews
Price from
£41
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. Really good location and the people are really friendly

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8.3
Very good
1,662 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

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