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Our top choices for South San Diego hostels

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

1. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Point Loma
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (596 reviews)
"Short walk to beach and anything else you want to do!!!!"
United States
linda
The price is ₩89,456
₩101,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.

2. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (247 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is ₩120,261
₩135,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

3. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (966 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is ₩73,115
₩83,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Stay Classy 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, (740 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is ₩97,365
₩110,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

5. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (703 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is ₩146,121
₩166,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gaslamp Hostel
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

6. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Arthur
The price is ₩65,804
₩150,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
La Ventana
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

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 ₩133,415
₩150,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A sandy beach with palm trees and a bridge in the background.

8. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (424 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 ₩127,952
₩145,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
An outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a potted plant, and a brick wall.

9. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (283 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 ₩47,988
₩123,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Hostel on 3rd
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

10. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142 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 ₩100,534
₩113,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

11. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (268 reviews)
"Great stay! Front desk guy was a little eccentric but very down to earth. Excellent area, with pacific beach a few steps away or take a bike or walk to mission beach. Amazing stay!"
United States
angelea
The price is ₩114,356
₩128,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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Top South San Diego Hotel Reviews

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean centrally located. Friendly staff."
Craig 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
California Suites Hotel

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South San Diego Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,503
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩83,168
Highest Price
₩166,213