A lifeguard tower, beach umbrellas, and rocky cliffs at a crowded beach.

Hostels in San Diego County

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct
In two weeks
16 Oct - 18 Oct
In one month
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In two months
27 Nov - 29 Nov

Top Cities in San Diego County

A coastal area with buildings on a hillside overlooking the ocean.
HostelsHostels

San Diego

San Diego
A beach with a curved seawall, people swimming and walking along the shore, and greenery in the foreground.
HostelsHostels

La Jolla

La Jolla

Our top choices for San Diego County hostels

A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (964 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
Point Loma
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (593 reviews)
"Short walk to beach and anything else you want to do!!!!"
United States
linda
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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, (701 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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, (738 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Arthur
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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, (423 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 NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
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 NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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, (246 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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, (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 NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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, (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 NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
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, (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 NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top San Diego County Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent
"I loved the patio. There was a large big pool clean, the fireplace and the Jacuzzi was my favorite. We did a lot of walking and my body was so sore and it felt really good to sit in the hot tub. The staff was very accommodating and the breakfast was very good. Everyone was friendly. I loved it here. I’ll definitely stay again."
Jessica De La 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley

Find out more about San Diego County

San Diego County Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,842
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$108
Highest Price
NZ$222

Explore a world of travel with Expedia