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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, (599 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is CA $90
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

2. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (967 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is CA $77
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Stay Classy Hostel
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

3. 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 CA $134
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker 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, (744 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is CA $102
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
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, (249 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is CA $127
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

6. 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 CA $110
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

7. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (706 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is CA $146
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Gaslamp Hostel
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

8. 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 CA $100
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Arthur
The price is CA $56
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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, (428 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 $121
CA $138 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.

11. 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 CA $51
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hostel on 3rd
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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I really like their coffee machine, lots of opions to choose from, although most of the time, BROKEN."
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CA $88
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