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Our top choices for San Diego County hostels

Bed In 8-Bed Dorm
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (382)
"My stay was awesome"
United States
Fred
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (789)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Property entrance
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (644)
"Great staff, clean, great location. Free coffee and tea and a good kitchen."
United States
Brenda
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (543)
"Great location with clean, comfortable rooms. Amazing ambiance and professional staff. I would stay hear again."
United States
Anthony Michael
Gaslamp Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite (Shared Bathroom) | View from room
La Ventana

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.8 out of 10, (38)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
La Ventana
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (2 Beds) | Shared kitchen
Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (371)
"Great location in the middle of the chaotic Gaslamp district "
United States
Rasa
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Lucky D's Hostel
Living area
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (201)
"great location and free parking available across the street. "
United States
Saquib
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Terrace/patio
Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.2 out of 10, (236)
"Not sure what to make of the place.. "
United States
Thomas
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Hostel on 3rd
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Pool Access | Shared kitchen
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (203)
"The house is very Nice & relaxing - location's Amazingly quiet, perfect for a relaxing getaway - the volunteer staff are Wonderfully accommodating - make you feel at home 🙂"
United States
Edward
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan 2026
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Exterior
RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (291)
"Everything was great."
United States
Carol
The price is NZ$69
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
RK Hostel San Diego
View from property
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (123)
"I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here"
United States
Maddy
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Sun deck
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (254)
"Ocean view couldnt be better Why i picked this Not normally a hostel woman"
United States
Vickie
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing
International Travelers House Hostel \- Downtown San Diego Little Italy.

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, (396)
"It was a nice stay. Comfortable room"
United States
Ivan
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
International Travelers House Hostel \- Downtown San Diego Little Italy.
Lobby sitting area
PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (86)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Terrace/patio
ITH CoLive Little Italy

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

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Amenities were fantastic, nice staff, room carpet could be a lot cleaner "
Daisy 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

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San Diego County Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,548
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$69
Highest Price
NZ$193

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