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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. BEST hostel in the world. As a solo backpacker, 100% recommended. Comfortable beds, clean, amazing vibes, good breakfast included, amazing staff, great location... I only wish I could have stayed longer!!!

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9
Superb
1,678 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. This is one of the best hostel in the world! No bunk beds, lots of intimacy and space for yourself. With the curtains, it's like having your own room with a shared bathroom. In my space I had a double ben, light, a fan for cooling (but the temperature was ok in the room), 3 shelves, and electricity outlets. They have a separate room with electrical hair stuff for women (dryer, some stuff for curls & straightening) and that is just awesome. The hostel has washing machines & dryers (25 cents), free coffee, and tea, and huge & modern common spaces. 5 minutes walk to the tram station. Perfect to get around the city. They also give very good recommendations for restaurants, and the staff is great.

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9
Superb
1,059 reviews
Price from
£45
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 community, the staff, the building, the location, the people, the coffee early morning, free milk

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8.6
Fabulous
1,716 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel 2 stars

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Set in a Victorian house in the heart of Central San Diego's Little Italy Neighbourhood of Downtown, this hostel offers dormitory rooms and private rooms with free Wi-Fi, breakfast and hosted social activities. Sandiago in the reception was super cool and helpful, big probs!

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8.2
Very good
1,051 reviews
Price from
£36
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. Incredible central location at an affordable price, and we got upgraded to a private 4 bunk room with washroom! The free breakfast was amazing, staff were friendly, and tacos los chuchys is indeed better than el Gordo - this was a staff recommendation! Super clean, organized and well maintained!

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8.1
Very good
1,367 reviews
Price from
£28
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 location, the room, the staff, the activities and the overall hospitality was beyond belief good. I loved it.

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8.6
Fabulous
198 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. Nice and cozy place. The staff is amazing, and everyone so pleasant. Hoping to be back soon!!

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8.5
Very good
696 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
374 reviews
Price from
£32
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. The staff is very friendly and do their best to help. The beds and sofas are very comfortable. A quiet place to relax and work at the same time or to explore the wonderful place little italy and indulge in culinary delights.

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7.1
Good
186 reviews
Price from
£54
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. The Location was the best I've ever seen

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7.9
Good
954 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

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