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Our top choices for Beach Cities San Diego County 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, (622 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is CA $77
CA $87 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

2. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (242 reviews)
"Loved our stay here, perfect location and friendly staff!"
United States
Aida
The price is CA $116
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

3. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (276 reviews)
"Gorgeous view, and great breakfast burritos just around the corner!!"
United States
ivy
The price is CA $137
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

4. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"I had a fabulous time! Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and HELPFUL! I will be back!"
United States
Melanie
The price is CA $123
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.

5. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (260 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, super convenient and the staff are delightful."
United States
Jake
The price is CA $125
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

6. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (987 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Dylan
The price is CA $84
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Stay Classy Hostel
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

7. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (760 reviews)
"It was close to everything in gaslamp area in walking distance"
United States
kevin
The price is CA $118
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

8. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (738 reviews)
"Friendly, clean, good value."
United States
stacy
The price is CA $135
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Gaslamp Hostel
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

9. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.4 out of 10, Good, (85 reviews)
"room was clean, helpful staff"
United States
Alvin
The price is CA $55
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
La Ventana
A sandy beach with palm trees and a bridge in the background.

10. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (440 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 CA $132
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
An outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a potted plant, and a brick wall.

11. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (293 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 CA $55
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Hostel on 3rd
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Top reviews in Beach Cities San Diego County

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Point Loma

10/10 Excellent

This was my first experience with a hostel and it was very enjoyable staying here. Having the ability to cook my own food is great. The location is great, so close to the beach. A target and CVS is in close walking distance. The transit system is quite effective too. The front desk staff is great and full of great recommendations.
Canada
Erin
Reviewed March 8, 2025
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

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