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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. Great location to go to Ocean Beach, specially if you want to surf there. The staff was more than friendly. The common spaces were nice and comfortable.

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9
Superb
1,653 reviews
Price from
£30
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. The most privacy you could ever ask for in a hostel.

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9.1
Superb
1,035 reviews
Price from
£46
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 ppl was really friendly. they allowed me to checking before, in my room just was me, it was so comfortable. the location was perfect. just 28 min away from the airport (BY BUS, i love it) the bus is 6 min walking. everything was really nice, they had different activities every night!! i love it. i would go again! even i saw they cleaning everyday! you feel like you’re home.💗💗

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8.6
Fabulous
1,697 reviews
Price from
£40
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. Everything was perfect! Staff helpful and friendly! Great location with all you need very close! The hostel is very well organised and comfortable. Recommended 100%

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8.1
Very good
1,348 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Mission Beach, San Diego

Set in San Diego, within 200 metres of Mission Beach and 1.4 km of Sail Bay Beach, ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 3.8 km from SeaWorld San Diego, 6.6 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park and 6.6 km from Sunset Cliffs. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. the second time I stayed here :) Loved catching up with my fav Jessieeee. Everything is clean and comfortable! Nice place to stay!

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8.6
Fabulous
194 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

Point Loma, San Diego

Situated in San Diego, 2.7 km from Ocean Beach, California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a tour desk. lovely chill atmosphere, beautiful aesthetic, clean facilities. hostel mates were very nice and staff was super friendly and helpful - Vlad made some amazing pancakes and even taught a little guitar.

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8.5
Very good
684 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

Pacific Beach, San Diego

Situated in San Diego, 100 metres from Pacific Beach, California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a tour desk. The position is perfect and everyone are so kind and helpful! For a solo traveller is amazing finding a place and people like that!

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8
Very good
368 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego 2 stars

Pacific Beach, San Diego

Situated directly on the boardwalk in Pacific Beach, ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego offers oceanfront accommodation 3 km away from world famous Belmont Amusement Park. This eco-friendly hostel features BBQ facilities, a garden and a shared lounge. I loved everything! The colors, the staff was super friendly and fun, we had to cook our own breakfast and It was blessed! Me and my brother came for only one night and I wish I could've spent more time! It's right in front of the beach and they do a lot of stuff at night too!

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8
Very good
941 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

PodShare San Diego

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Located in the centre of San Diego, PodShare San Diego is set 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 1.1 km from Maritime Museum of San Diego. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site.

USS Midway Museum is 2 km from the hostel, while San Diego Convention Center is 3.2 km away. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 2 km from PodShare San Diego. Staff was great. Friendly and professional. The location was in a great location close to restaurants and bars and public transit.

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7
Good
181 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

Lucky D's Youth and Traveler's Hostel

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Lockers are offered in each dormitory room at Lucky D’s Hostel. Two shared showers and toilets are available on each floor. Towels are provided for private room guests and available to rent for $1 to guests staying in dorm rooms. Perfect hostel in downtown! Very nice staff and really comfortable beds. Also you can meet a lot of young people from every country of the world.

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7.4
Good
737 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

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