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Our top choices for San Diego hostels

Lobby sitting area

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (506 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean and nice people!"
United States
Christine
The price is ￥9,316
￥10,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Exterior

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
BERNARDO
The price is ￥15,766
￥17,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (685 reviews)
"great place, quick stay!"
United States
LaQuetta
The price is ￥13,473
￥15,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Exterior

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.2 out of 10, (309 reviews)
"Excellent location. Little Italy nearby."
United States
Joyce
The price is ￥5,586
￥6,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
RK Hostel San Diego
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (256 reviews)
"cool place"
United States
daniel
The price is ￥4,300
￥13,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Hostel on 3rd
Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (860 reviews)
"Great staff + clean :)"
United States
Jaclyn
The price is ￥9,115
￥10,368 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Stay Classy Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite (Shared Bathroom) | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, paper towels

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (56 reviews)
"Everything was provided for a comfortable stay and property was clean "
United Kingdom
Dan
The price is ￥10,956
￥21,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
La Ventana
Lobby

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (89 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥10,033
￥11,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (608 reviews)
"Amazing Place To Stay."
United States
Stephen d
The price is ￥19,550
￥22,238 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Gaslamp Hostel
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (216 reviews)
"Staff was great, all areas of the property were clean and I felt safe"
United States
Jessi
The price is ￥19,263
￥21,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (387 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is ￥19,229
￥21,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Lucky D's Hostel
Sundeck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (261 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Xihao
The price is ￥10,248
￥11,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (135 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, thanks "
United States
CHANGHU
The price is ￥21,021
￥23,701 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This is a great budget hotel . Bed was super comfy, room was nice for what you pay and they let me do early check in which was nice . It’s in the middle of downtown and right off the 5 so it’s a little noisy outside at times . If that bothers you or you prefer it to be more quiet I suggest staying elsewhere . Otherwise my only complaint was the parking costs . It’s pretty pricy at $35 a day but that seems consistent with most other hotels located in the area ."
Shannon 4-night trip
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The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

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San Diego Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,362
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥6,354
Highest Price
￥23,701

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in San Diego?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. We've heard good things about the zoo, waterfront, and other attractions in this destination.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in San Diego?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking: Stay Classy Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Park and Market Trolley Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as a game room. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Gaslamp Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue Station and Civic Center Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and tour assistance. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Park and Market Trolley Station and Convention Center Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as a game room. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Mission Beach Boardwalk. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels will I be able to find in San Diego?
If you're searching for an affordable place to stay in San Diego, one of Expedia's 14 hostels might be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Diego?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for San Diego is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in San Diego?
In general, San Diego is known for its museums, beaches, and theaters. Major attractions include Petco Park, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Zoo. Get out into nature with places like Mission Bay, Mission Beach, and Balboa Park. Cultural attractions include San Diego Civic Theatre, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.
What's the best way to get to and around San Diego while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San Diego in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot, Old Town Transit Center, or San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station.

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