Convenient Countryside Stay! 3 Spacious Units, Free Parking, Outdoor Pool
3 4
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront San Diego apartment, situated in Mission Beach, offers direct access to the Pacific Ocean and is conveniently located near the Port of San Diego. The 120 square metre property comprises three studios, each sleeping two, accommodating up to six guests; features include a swimming pool, concierge service, and parking, plus access to on-site restaurants, bars, and fitness facilities.
9.4 5261 reviews
San Diego, CA
09/07 – 12/07
£153/nighttotal: £459 (3 )
Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel
1 3
hostel , San Diego
Samesun Ocean Beach is a beachfront hostel in Ocean Beach, San Diego, just a 3-minute walk from the beach and a short drive from Sunset Cliffs. It has consistently received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel offers a choice of shared or private rooms and features a communal lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, use the shared kitchen, and benefit from free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and parking.
San Diego, CA
05/07 – 08/07
£1350/nighttotal: £4050 (3 )
4 Resort Queens At Bahia Resort Hotel, Game Room & Spa, Tropical Gardens Nearby
4 4
hostel , San Diego
This San Diego hostel, offering '4 Resort Queens At Bahia Resort Hotel, Game Room & Spa, Tropical Gardens Nearby', enjoys a private peninsula location in Mission Bay, providing direct beach access and proximity to SeaWorld. The 120 square metre property boasts four bedrooms, four bathrooms, sleeps sixteen guests, and includes on-site amenities such as a swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, game room, and free parking.
10 1 review
San Diego, CA
30/12 – 31/12
£951/nightfor 1 night
Comfort And Relaxation! 4 Family-friendly Units
4 10
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront guesthouse is located in San Diego's Central Mission Beach district, offering easy access to Mission Bay and attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum (distances unspecified). The four-bedroom, four-bathroom property sleeps sixteen guests and boasts a swimming pool, fitness centre, hot tub, spa, game room, on-site restaurant and bar, plus complimentary beach cabanas and sun loungers.
San Diego, CA
09/07 – 12/07
£1495/nighttotal: £4485 (3 )
3 Resort Queens, Bahia Resort Hotel, Restaurant & Private Beach, Near Zoo
3 9
hostel , San Diego
This San Diego hostel, offering '3 Resort Queens, Bahia Resort Hotel, Restaurant & Private Beach, Near Zoo', is situated on a private peninsula in Mission Bay, providing direct beach access and proximity to SeaWorld. The 93 square metre property comprises three separate rooms, each with two queen-size beds, accommodating up to twelve guests, and boasts a private beach, fitness centre, and restaurant on-site.
San Diego, CA
10/07 – 14/07
£821/nighttotal: £3284 (4 )
Experience Downtown San Diego | Poolside Fun & Downtown Access
1 4
hostel , San Diego
This hostel is located in the Gaslamp Quarter of downtown San Diego, a short walk from the Seaport Village and Petco Park. The 'Experience Downtown San Diego | Poolside Fun & Downtown Access' offer provides a 53 square metre room with a rooftop pool, terrace and lounge area, and a capacity of four guests.
San Diego, CA
13/07 – 20/07
£734/nighttotal: £5138 (7 )
2 Resort Queens, Bahia Resort Hotel, Heated Pool & Bar, 5 Mins To Seaworld
2 2
hostel , San Diego
This San Diego hostel, offering the '2 Resort Queens, Bahia Resort Hotel, Heated Pool & Bar, 5 Mins To SeaWorld' package, is situated on a private peninsula in Mission Bay, affording easy beach access and proximity to SeaWorld. The 60 square metre property comprises two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and sleeps eight guests, boasting amenities including a heated pool, bar, fitness centre, and free parking (one car per unit) plus daily housekeeping.
8.9 2290 reviews
San Diego, CA
09/07 – 12/07
£374/nighttotal: £1122 (3 )
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
1 9
hostel , San Diego
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach is located in the Pacific Beach neighbourhood of San Diego, just a stone's throw from the beach and a short walk from Sail Bay Beach. The hostel enjoys excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel offers a range of shared social spaces, including a lounge and terrace, perfect for meeting fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy a complimentary continental or vegetarian breakfast, take advantage of the swimming pool, fitness centre, and bike rentals, or explore the area with the help of the tour desk.
9.0 2945 reviews
San Diego, CA
13/10 – 17/10
£76/nighttotal: £304 (4 )
Gaslamp Hostel
1 2
hostel , San Diego
Gaslamp Hostel is located in Downtown San Diego, within walking distance of the San Diego Convention Center, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and USS Midway Museum, making it a great base for exploring the city's attractions. It has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for location. The hostel offers shared rooms with air conditioning and a shared lounge with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, a bar, and a kitchen with a fridge and microwave.
San Diego, CA
19/07 – 22/07
£1078/nighttotal: £3234 (3 )
2 Partial Bay View Suite Queens, Bahia Resort, Spa Access, Family Rooms
2 6
hostel , San Diego
This San Diego hostel, offering the '2 Partial Bay View Suite Queens, Bahia Resort, Spa Access, Family Rooms' package, is located on a private peninsula in Mission Bay, offering direct beach access and proximity to SeaWorld. The 43-square-metre property comprises two studios, each with two queen beds and partial bay views, accommodating up to 12 guests and boasting amenities including a fitness centre, spa, and private beach.
San Diego, CA
24/09 – 26/09
£593/nighttotal: £1186 (2 )
Haven In The Heart Of San Diego! Free Parking, Pool, Easy Access To The Beach
1 5
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront studio apartment in Central Mission Beach, San Diego, offers direct access to the beach and complimentary cabanas, with Mission Bay and various attractions nearby. The 42-square-metre (460 sq ft) studio sleeps six, featuring two queen beds, a partial bay view, daily housekeeping, a 65" flat-screen TV, and on-site amenities including a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, spa, and water sports facilities.
10 1 review
San Diego, CA
24/07 – 26/07
£1457/nighttotal: £2914 (2 )
Best Value, Quality Stay! 2 Relaxing Units, Free Parking, Near Mission Beach
2 4
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront San Diego apartment, situated in Central Mission Beach, offers convenient access to attractions such as Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. The 59 square metre (635 square foot) property comprises two queen-bedded studios, accommodating up to 12 guests, and includes amenities such as a swimming pool, concierge service, and free parking; nearby activities include scuba diving and hiking.
Compare Hostels with Breakfast Included in San Diego, CA
Start your morning perfectly prepared with a complimentary breakfast, provided by these hostels in San Diego, CA.
8.0 3793 reviews
San Diego, CA
09/07 – 12/07
£123/nighttotal: £369 (3 )
Lucky D's Youth And Traveler's Hostel
1 3
hostel , San Diego
Lucky D's Youth And Traveler's Hostel is located in San Diego's East Village, a short walk from the Gaslamp Quarter and the San Diego Convention Center. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The hostel offers a shared kitchen, a common room with a DVD player and XBOX, and bike storage. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, lockers in the dormitories, and towels provided in private rooms.
8.5 2970 reviews
San Diego, CA
14/08 – 16/08
£76/nighttotal: £152 (2 )
Ith San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
1 2
hostel , San Diego
The Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego is situated directly on the Pacific Beach boardwalk, just a short distance from Belmont Amusement Park, SeaWorld San Diego, and the University of San Diego. The hostel has received very good user ratings, with an excellent location rating and a good cleanliness rating. The hostel offers a range of shared rooms and features a communal kitchen, a swimming pool, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can enjoy a free continental breakfast, relax in the shared lounge, use the workstations, play table tennis, and make use of the BBQ facilities.
San Diego, CA
18/07 – 22/07
£467/nighttotal: £1868 (4 )
Quality Inn San Diego South - Chula Vista
3 6
hostel , Chula Vista
The Surestay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista West is conveniently located in Chula Vista, near the Chula Vista Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista. This 2-star hotel offers guests free Wi-Fi, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a terrace, a garden, room service, on-site parking, and a tour assistance desk; bilingual staff are available.
8.7 1992 reviews
San Diego, CA
20/10 – 27/10
£139/nighttotal: £973 (7 )
Lamplighter Inn And Suites At Sdsu
1 4
hostel , San Diego
Lamplighter Inn and Suites at SDSU, located near San Diego State University, offers convenient access to the university and surrounding areas, with the beach approximately 10 kilometres away. This San Diego establishment provides complimentary Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, a swimming pool, fitness centre, and room service, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.
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8.6 2449 reviews
San Diego, CA
01/07 – 05/07
£95/nighttotal: £380 (4 )
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
1 2
hostel , San Diego
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is located in the Ocean Beach neighbourhood of San Diego, just a short distance from the beach and close to Sunset Cliffs and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The hostel enjoys excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall user experience. The hostel features a single bedroom with a floor area of 9 square metres. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, garden, and a shared lounge, as well as a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and evening entertainment.
8.1 706 reviews
San Diego, CA
10/07 – 17/07
£23/nighttotal: £161 (7 )
Paris Hostel
1 1
hostel , Tijuana
Paris Hostel in Tijuana offers convenient access to Las Americas Premium Outlets, located 4.5 kilometres away, and is approximately 29 kilometres from San Diego attractions such as the San Diego Convention Centre, USS Midway Museum, and Balboa Park. This accommodation provides guests with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, a daily continental breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk, with some rooms featuring a balcony and city views.
8.9 6673 reviews
San Diego, CA
11/09 – 18/09
£69/nighttotal: £483 (7 )
Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel
1 2
hostel , San Diego
Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel is situated in the Gaslamp Quarter, a lively district, just three miles from Balboa Park and a two-minute drive from Petco Park. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The hostel offers a choice of private rooms with en-suite facilities and dorm rooms with personal lockers. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fully-equipped kitchen, a garden, and a fitness centre, as well as 24-hour reception and no curfew.
9.3 2919 reviews
San Diego, CA
09/08 – 16/08
£53/nighttotal: £371 (7 )
Stay Classy
1 2
hostel , San Diego
Stay Classy is located in downtown San Diego, just a short walk from the San Diego Convention Center and within easy reach of the USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and Balboa Park. The hostel has been rated excellent for cleanliness and user experience, and the location is considered very good. The hostel features a shared kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals, as well as a lounge for socialising and relaxing. Amenities include air conditioning, a fitness centre, free Wi-Fi, a pool table, and shared bathroom facilities with showers and hairdryers.
Frequently asked questions about hostels in San Diego, CA
What affordable attractions should backpackers visit in San Diego, CA?
San Diego has loads of free and cheap things to do. You can stroll along the beautiful beaches of Mission Beach, explore Balboa Park, a huge park with museums and gardens, or take a walk around the historic Gaslamp Quarter. For a bit of culture, head to the Old Town State Historic Park, which showcases California's early history.
What nightlife options are popular among hostel guests in San Diego, CA?
The Gaslamp Quarter is a popular spot for nightlife in San Diego, with plenty of bars and clubs. If you're looking for something a bit more low-key, check out the bars in North Park, which are known for their craft beer scene. For live music, head to the live music venues in the South Park area.
What are the best hostels with a pool in San Diego, CA?
What are the top social spots in San Diego, CA for hostel guests to meet other travelers?
The San Diego Hostelling International is a great place to meet other travellers. You can also head to the bars and restaurants in the Gaslamp Quarter, which are always buzzing with people. The beaches are also a great place to meet other backpackers, especially Mission Beach and Pacific Beach.
What are the best hostels with a jacuzzi in San Diego, CA?
What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach San Diego, CA?
The cheapest way to get to San Diego is by flying into San Diego International Airport (SAN). You can also take a bus, but it will take a bit longer. Greyhound and FlixBus are good options.
What are the best hostels for families and kids in San Diego, CA?
What should you know before renting a hostel in San Diego, CA?
When booking a hostel, it's best to check the reviews to get an idea of what other guests have said. Check the hostel's location, facilities, and security features. It's also a good idea to book in advance, especially during peak season.
What are the best pet friendly hostels in San Diego, CA?
What's the best time of the year to visit San Diego, CA?
The best time to visit San Diego is during the spring or autumn, when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are smaller. Summer can get very hot and crowded, while winter can be a bit chilly and rainy.
What are the best hostels with parking in San Diego, CA?
Where in San Diego, CA can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?
The Gaslamp Quarter and the Downtown area are popular places to stay, with a good choice of hostels. You can also find hostels in the North Park, South Park and Pacific Beach areas, which are all within easy reach of the city's main attractions.
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Best San Diego, CA hostels with air conditioning
San Diego, CA
02/07 – 05/07
£615/nighttotal: £1845 (3 )
A Place To Unwind, Unplug, And Recharge! Free Parking, Pet-friendly, Pool
1 1
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront apartment in Central Mission Beach, San Diego, offers convenient access to attractions such as Petco Park and the USS Midway Museum. The 30-square-metre (323 sq ft) self-catering flat sleeps four, featuring two queen beds, daily housekeeping, and access to on-site amenities including a swimming pool, fitness centre, and various water sports facilities.
San Diego, CA
13/07 – 15/07
£1416/nighttotal: £2832 (2 )
Experience The Best Of San Diego! 4 Large Units With Bay View! Free Parking!
4 2
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront hotel in Central Mission Beach, San Diego offers direct access to Mission Bay and is conveniently located near attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. The 118-square-metre (1268 sq ft) property comprises four king studios, each measuring 30 square metres (323 sq ft), accommodating up to 16 guests and featuring amenities including a swimming pool, concierge service, and on-site restaurant and bar.
San Diego, CA
28/07 – 30/07
£1337/nighttotal: £2674 (2 )
Enjoy A Hassle-free Stay! 3 Pleasant Units, Pool
3 18
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront guesthouse is situated in San Diego's Central Mission Beach district, close to Mission Bay and a short drive from attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and the USS Midway Museum. Each of the three 134 square metre Partial Bay View Studio Queens offers two queen-size beds, a 65-inch TV, and sleeps up to 16 guests, with on-site amenities including a hot tub, restaurant, bar, and water sports facilities.
10 5 reviews
San Diego, CA
21/08 – 22/08
£477/nightfor 1 night
A Place To Reconnect! Pet-friendly Property W/ Outdoor Pool, Free Parking
1 4
hostel , San Diego
This beachfront studio apartment in Central Mission Beach, San Diego, offers direct access to the beach and is near Mission Bay. The 30-square-metre (323 sq ft) self-catering studio sleeps four, features a king-size bed, 65" TV, and includes daily housekeeping, free parking, and access to resort amenities such as a swimming pool, fitness centre, and restaurant.
Neighborhoods and points of interest in San Diego, CA
Best San Diego, CA hostels with laundry available
9.3 1703 reviews
San Diego, CA
21/07 – 23/07
£118/nighttotal: £236 (2 )
Ith San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
1 2
hostel , San Diego
The ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel is located just a two-minute walk from the beach in San Diego's Mission Beach district, a lively area with plenty to see and do. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hostel has a shared kitchen, allowing guests to prepare their own meals, and a shared lounge where they can socialise with other travellers. Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden, and evening entertainment.
10 1 review
San Diego, CA
31/08 – 01/09
£98/nightfor 1 night
Adorable Room In The House With Peacefull Backyard
1 2
hostel , Chula Vista
This Chula Vista bed and breakfast offers a peaceful retreat, situated 16 kilometres from the San Diego Convention Centre and 16 kilometres from Las Americas Premium Outlets. This 11 square metre, 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guesthouse accommodates up to 3 guests and features air conditioning, a terrace, garden, and free private parking, with towels and bed linen provided.
9.3 387 reviews
San Diego, CA
01/09 – 04/09
£393/nighttotal: £1179 (3 )
3 Levels Of Waterfront + 2 Exclusive Patios + Ac
3 5
apartment , San Diego
This Mission Beach holiday home is situated in San Diego, steps from Mission and Pacific Beaches, and within 1.6km of Mission Bay and the Mission Beach Boardwalk. The property offers three bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, a rooftop terrace with barbecue grills, plus access to a spa and fitness centre, sleeping up to six people.
9.4 110 reviews
San Diego, CA
10/07 – 11/07
£59/nightfor 1 night
Stay Classy Hostel - Downtown - Solo Pod
1 1
hostel , San Diego
Stay Classy Hostel - Downtown - Solo Pod offers a central San Diego location, two blocks from the Park & Market Trolley Station and minutes from the Gaslamp Quarter, Petco Park, and the Convention Centre. This single-occupancy pod in a modern hostel features a shared kitchen, air conditioning, and access to stylish common areas including lounges, a kitchenette, movie room, and pool table.