San Diego Hostels

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Here is a quick list of Hostels in San Diego, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Lucky D'S Youth And Traveler'S Hostel

7.4 / 10

(554 Reviews)

From 44$
Ith Adventure Hostel San Diego (Adults Only)

8.1 / 10

(891 Reviews)

From 42$
Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel

8.1 / 10

(761 Reviews)

From 42$
Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego (Adults Only)

8.0 / 10

(849 Reviews)

From 35$
Stay Classy

9.1 / 10

(639 Reviews)

From 43$

San Diego is a beautiful city with plenty to offer tourists. Given its location on the coast and close proximity to Mexico, there are a variety of activities and experiences to be had. However, deciding where to stay can be a bit of a challenge. Hotels are generally the go-to option, but hostels offer a unique experience and can be a more affordable option. Here are four reasons why hostels are a great choice when travelling to San Diego.

1. Hostels are typically in prime locations, close to popular tourist spots and public transportation. This makes getting around the city easily and quickly.

2. Hostels often have social activities and events, which can be a great opportunity to meet new people from all over the world.

3. Hostels are typically much more affordable than hotels, which can save you a lot of money during your trip.

4. Hostels typically have a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere, which can be a nice change of pace from a busy hotel.

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Lucky D'S Youth And Traveler'S Hostel Ith Adventure Hostel San Diego (Adults Only) Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego (Adults Only) Cheap Hostels in San Diego Stay Classy California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach Rk Hostel Family Hostels in San Diego Ith Colive Balboa Park Hostel Usa Hostels Ocean Beach Samesun Ocean Beach

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7.4
Good
554 Reviews

Lucky D'S Youth And Traveler'S Hostel

📍 615 8Th Avenue

From 44$

Lucky D'S Hostel is situated 10 minutes' drive from San Diego International airport and within 1.8 km of Coaster Santa Fe train station.

The primary San Diego Convention Center is around a 10-minute walk from the hostel, while the lush park "Botanical Building" is approximately 25 minutes' walk away. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Serving guests with American dishes, Smashburger is approximately a 5-minute walk away. The San Diego hostel is next to the shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza" and Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum. 4th Av & Broadway bus station, allowing a good connection throughout the city, is within a minutes' drive from the 2-star Lucky D'S Hostel.

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8.1
Very good
891 Reviews

Ith Adventure Hostel San Diego (Adults Only)

📍 1658 Front Street

From 42$

Set a 15-minute stroll from Childrens Public Park, the 2-star International Travelers House Adventure Hostel provides a picnic area, karaoke and a sun deck.

This hostel is located in the Downtown San Diego district of San Diego. It will take 15 minutes' walk to the outdoor National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military Bronze Statues. Serving Italian dishes, Filippi's Pizza Grotto is a 5-minute stroll away. The hostel is set a 5-minute ride from San Diego Zoo. International Travelers House Adventure Hostel is located relatively close to Santa Fe Depot train station.

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8.1
Very good
761 Reviews

Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel

📍 521 Market Street

From 42$

The 3-star Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel is just a 5-minute walk from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum, while Japanese Friendship Garden is 10 minutes away by car.

The hostel offers accommodation in the Gaslamp district, San Diego. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. La Puerta bar is within 5 minutes' walk of the San Diego hostel. This property lies in proximity to Petco Park Ballpark. Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel is located within a short walking distance from 10th Av & Market St bus station.

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8
Very good
849 Reviews

Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego (Adults Only)

📍 707 Reed Avenue

From 35$

The 2-star Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego is placed around 5 minutes' walk from Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center and within 4.9 km of Cadman Park and Recreation Center. The hostel features a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area and a golf course for guests' comfort.

The San Diego property is located in the Pacific Beach district, 550 metres of the beach. The sea is a mere 550 metres away. Big Olaf Ice Cream restaurant is really close to this San Diego hostel. The historic oceanfront Belmont Amusement Park is set 25 minutes' walk from Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego. The property is situated 15 minutes' drive from San Diego International airport and within 17 km of Coaster Santa Fe train station.

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9.1
Excellent
639 Reviews

Stay Classy

📍 1455 Market St

From 43$

Stay Classy is set approximately 15 minutes' walk from House of Blues San Diego Live Music Venue and 10 minutes by car from San Diego Zoo.

This hostel offers accommodation in the Downtown San Diego district, San Diego. The city centre can be reached within a 25-minute walk. The San Diego hostel is in the adjacency of Amplified Ale Works. USS Midway Interactive Museum is set within 5 minutes' drive of the San Diego property. Stay Classy is situated 10 minutes' drive from San Diego International airport and within 2.6 km of Coaster Santa Fe train station.

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Hotels in San Diego

Airport nearby 🛬 El Cajon, McClellan-Palomar, San Diego International
Rating 🏅 40
San Diego Hotels 🛎️ 948
Cities Nearby 🌇 Coronado, National City, Lemon Grove
Minimum Price 💸 30$
Hotel with a view 🔍 Lucky D'S Youth And Traveler'S Hostel
Top Service Hotel 🛁 Ith Adventure Hostel San Diego (Adults Only)
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel

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8.3
Very good
312 Reviews

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

📍 743 Emerald Street

From 43$

The 2-star California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach is 0.5 km from San Diego International airport and 30 minutes' drive from train station Coaster Santa Fe. For guests’ convenience, this San Diego hostel offers a fitness club, a barber shop and live performances.

The property is placed within 3.1 km of Wave House and in the adjacency of Bob's Mission Surf. The sea is 15 minutes' walk away. Serving Latin American dishes, La Perla Cocina lies a short distance away from the hostel. SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is set at a 4.7 km distance from California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach.

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5.6
Good
287 Reviews

Rk Hostel

📍 642 W. Hawthorn St.

From 40$

Rk Hostel is merely 1.4 km from Copley Symphony Hall and features a picnic area and a sun deck onsite. Waterfront is only a few minutes from this San Diego hostel.

Located in the Downtown San Diego district, the property is also close to Little Italy. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Starbucks cafeteria is within 150 metres of the hostel. The 2-star Rk Hostel is set close to Vitreum. The property is 0.5 km from San Diego International airport and at a medium distance from train station Coaster Santa Fe.

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7.6
Very good
384 Reviews

Ith Colive Balboa Park Hostel

📍 3751 Sixth Avenue

From 43$

Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, the 3-star Ith Colive Balboa Park Hostel is set 1.5 km from San Diego Zoo. Most of the rooms at this hostel offer views of the city.

The property is located in the Hillcrest district of San Diego. A 25-minute walk will take you to Fleet Science Center. Guests may find Hash House A Go Go restaurant not too far from this San Diego hostel. Ith Colive Balboa Park Hostel is set within 20 minutes' walk of San Diego Anthropological Museum of Man. The San Diego property is located 4.3 km from Coaster Santa Fe train station.

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9.2
Excellent
797 Reviews

Usa Hostels Ocean Beach

📍 4961 Newport Ave

From 34$

Samesun Ocean Beach Hostel offers accommodation in the Ocean Beach district, within 6 km of the 19th - century US Whaley House History Museum.

The nearest airport is San Diego International, 0.5 km from the hostel. This 3-star property is within 2.7 km of the historic Belmont Amusement Park. Bravo's Mexican Bistro & Cantena treats guests with Latin American dishes and is set just 100 metres away. The San Diego hostel is within easy reach of Jungle Java. Voltaire Street & Sunset Cliffs Boulevard bus stop is within a minutes' drive of Samesun Ocean Beach Hostel.

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9.1
Excellent
1031 Reviews

Samesun Ocean Beach

📍 4961 Newport Avenue

From 181$

Samesun Ocean Beach Hostel is situated within 2.7 km of Wave House and within 4.2 km of the hip craft Modern Times Brewery.

The hostel offers accommodation in the Ocean Beach district, San Diego. The hostel's location is close to Miss Match Boutique. Your Mama's Mug restaurant is just near this 2-star property. Shoreline Waterfront Park is located within 4.1 km of the accommodation. Samesun Ocean Beach Hostel is 0.5 km from San Diego International airport and within 10 km of train station Coaster Santa Fe.

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8.5
Very good
1088 Reviews

Gaslamp Hostel

📍 726 5Th Avenue

From 45$

The 2-star Gaslamp Hostel is placed merely 350 metres from OMNIA Nightclub San Diego and around a 5-minute drive from Fleet Science Center.

Located in the Gaslamp district, this San Diego hostel is also close to the shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza". The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Offering American dishes, TGI Fridays lies just a walking distance from the hostel. The San Diego Museum of Art is set around a 5-minute drive from the property. Gaslamp Hostel is located on the doorstep of Broadway & 4th Av bus station.

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7.1
Good
122 Reviews

Podshare San Diego

📍 500 West Fir Street

From 60$

Podshare San Diego Hostel is set a 5-minute walk from Love & Aesthetics Gift Shop and nearly a 5-minute walk from Influx Cafe Little Italy. Some units at the hostel include a microwave oven and kitchenware.

This accommodation offers accommodation in the Downtown San Diego district, San Diego. The city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Guests can dine in Civico 1845, within convenient reach of the San Diego hostel. Podshare San Diego Hostel is nestled in proximity of Little Italy. The San Diego property is situated nearly 10 minutes' walk from Santa Fe Depot train station.

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8.7
Excellent
407 Reviews

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

📍 3790 Udall Street

From 43$

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is situated within 3.9 km of Belmont Amusement Park, in the Point Loma district of the city. Featuring a Jacuzzi, a sundeck and an aqua park, this hostel offers a car park on site.

The nearest airport is San Diego International, 0.5 km from the property. It will take 10 minutes' walk to Cleator Community Park. Serving different delicacies, Cotijas Cocina Mexicana is situated extremely close to this San Diego hostel. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is set in close vicinity of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Coaster Santa Fe train station lies approximately 8 km away.

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San Diego Hostels FAQ
Which Hostels are popular among city visitors?
What are the most favoured hostels in San Diego?
Among 16 budget accommodations, we recommend San Diego options to consider, Gaslamp Hostel and Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel (Adults Only) with a picnic area, a golf course and concierge service, and offer dorm rooms for 45US$ and 35US$ per night.
What are the most popular student hostels in San Diego?
Students and budget travellers to San Diego could stay at Hi Downtown Hostel with rooms at 42US$ or California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach with rates from 43US$ per night.

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