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Our top choices for San Diego County hostels

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (975 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Dylan
The price is ￥9,522
￥10,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Stay Classy Hostel
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

2. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (610 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is ￥8,621
￥9,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

3. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (719 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is ￥14,564
￥16,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Gaslamp Hostel
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

4. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (753 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is ￥13,368
￥15,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

5. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (75 reviews)
"Very nice. All you need if you’re traveling alone or with another person. Showers are small but capable and comes with soaps, towels, sink in the bedroom. Would stay here again!"
United States
Calum
The price is ￥6,258
￥15,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Ventana
A sandy beach with palm trees and a bridge in the background.

6. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (433 reviews)
"The rooms are clean, the staff is helpful, and the place is in the center of downtown, so you can easily access all the major museums and places to visit."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is ￥14,933
￥16,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
A staircase with blue steps, a wooden handrail, and a wall with a map and framed pictures.

7. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (234 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was really friendly and welcoming. Also, really close to the beach and places where to eat."
United States
Fernando
The price is ￥13,062
￥14,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.

8. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (252 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is ￥14,862
￥16,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

9. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (271 reviews)
"Amazing staff great vibes great place"
United States
Luke
The price is ￥12,202
￥13,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
An outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a potted plant, and a brick wall.

10. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (285 reviews)
"My service dog got bit by the front desk workers’ dog. Barking uncontrollably all vicious like. I will not go back."
United States
Antonio
The price is ￥5,416
￥14,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Hostel on 3rd
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

11. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"I’m in love. Maybe with 100 people but they are all so sweet and pretty. Wish I didn’t have to go but they got all booked up. I highly recommend this property. Good people doing good work"
United States
Antonio
The price is ￥14,782
￥16,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
A two-story building with a red roof and white railings, surrounded by palm trees.

12. RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (317 reviews)
"amazing time"
United States
wilber A
RK Hostel San Diego
A red and white building with outdoor seating, including red and purple Adirondack chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

13. International Travelers House Hostel \- Downtown San Diego Little Italy.

International Travelers House Hostel \- Downtown San Diego Little Italy.
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (398 reviews)
"Another great stay."
United States
Benjamin
International Travelers House Hostel \- Downtown San Diego Little Italy.
A modern office space with a reception desk, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table with plants.

14. PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (95 reviews)
"Great location. No AC and very dusty"
United States
Ty
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
A red and white building with outdoor seating, including red and purple Adirondack chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

15. ITH CoLive Little Italy

ITH CoLive Little Italy
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
ITH CoLive Little Italy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top San Diego County Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed here multiple times with everything as expected."
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Best Western Seven Seas

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San Diego County Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,060
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥9,737
Highest Price
￥16,986

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