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"Located in Point Loma, this eco-friendly hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ocean Beach Pier, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park and SeaWorld. Cabrillo National Monument is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) away. "
Overall 8,9 Excellent
Based on 376 reviews
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Okay
5,7
Pros: New sheets, pancakes, bonfire and nice looking place
Excellent
10,0
Pros: The staff was nice it was really clean plenty of amenities and a great location, and it was to close to other things to do.
Excellent
9,1
Pros: Every HI that I have stayed at has been nice and clean and quiet. The kitchen at the Point Loma hostel was fantastic! I would enjoy staying again and for a longer period of time.
Good
6,0
Pros: The staff were friendly and the sheets were clean. Good location.
"Located in Gaslamp Quarter, this eco-friendly hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park, San Diego Convention Center and Seaport Village. Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Park and Market Trolley Station is 7 minutes by foot and Convention Center Station is 8 minutes. "
Overall 8,7 Excellent
Based on 795 reviews
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Excellent
8,5
Pros: The room was clean, bed was comfortable, bathrooms pretty well maintained, pleasant staff. Basic breakfast but I guess that is standard for hostels, at least it was something. Not too far from public transportation. HI San Diego took care of my needs while I was checking out the city for a couple days.
Excellent
8,8
Pros: Great location, right in the heart of downtown. It was a block away from a CVS and close to other grocery stores. Extremely close to the Padre's baseball stadium and about a mile or two away from the USS Midway. For the price and location it can't be beat.
Excellent
10,0
Pros: I like it on general, their breakfast was nice and the staff is pretty helpful and nice
Excellent
10,0
Pros: Diverse
Excellent
8,5
Pros: Great staff and facilities
With a stay at Samesun Ocean Beach in San Diego (Ocean Beach), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Ocean Beach Pier and 8 minutes by foot from Ocean Beach Park. Featured amenities include luggage storage and lockers.
Overall 8,7 Excellent
Based on 40 reviews
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"Located in Little Italy, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park, Waterfront Park and Maritime Museum of San Diego. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 8 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 11 minutes. "
Overall 8,3 Excellent
Based on 842 reviews
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Good
7,7
Pros: The staff is young and enthusiastic, very welcoming. The rules in place make you feel safe and the location is great near downtown and major attractions.
Excellent
10,0
Pros: It was so exciting to meet wanderers from all over the world. There are so many stories to be shared and so many opportunities to do so. The Hostel is hospitable and so colorful.
The laundry room was also a big plus!
Excellent
9,7
Pros: Great community of people. There are always fun activities going on every day. You can eat breakfast and dinner there for free! It was by far better than any hotel I've stayed in =) Thank you!
Mediocre
3,7
Pros: Not much; it is mediocre
Excellent
9,4
Pros: every staff member was smart and happy
Good
6,8
Pros: Nice, friendly, cozy, positive
"Nestled on the beach, this Pacific Beach hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Pacific Beach Park, Mission Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Bay and Crystal Pier are also within 10 minutes. "
Overall 8,3 Excellent
Based on 609 reviews
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"Located in Downtown San Diego, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park, San Diego Convention Center and San Diego City College. Balboa Park and Seaport Village are also within 1 mile (2 km). Park and Market Trolley Station is only a 5-minute walk and 5th Avenue Station is 9 minutes. "
Overall 8,0 Excellent
Based on 1 225 reviews
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Excellent
10,0
Pros: The wifi is free and decent. Very close to the Gaslamp Quarter with lots of shops. Discount tickets to SeaWorld and the ticket last 2 days. Free breakfast. And some nights free dinner.
Excellent
10,0
Pros: Great location - walking distance to everything - easy going & pleasant staff onsite 24hr a day -
"Located in Hillcrest, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and Hotel Circle. Old Town San Diego State Park and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are also within 3 miles (5 km). "
Overall 8,0 Excellent
Based on 283 reviews
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"Located in Gaslamp Quarter, this property is within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park, San Diego Convention Center and San Diego City College. USS Midway Museum is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away. 5th Avenue Station is 6 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 7 minutes. "
Overall 8,9 Excellent
Based on 9 reviews
"Located in Little Italy, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Bay, Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. B Street Cruise Ship Terminal and Port of San Diego are also within 1 mile (2 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 9 minutes by foot and America Plaza Trolley Station is 14 minutes. "
Overall 6,2 Good
Based on 257 reviews
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Mediocre
2,0
Mediocre
2,0
Pros: Nothing
Mediocre
2,0
Pros: Nothing
Top tips for finding the perfect San Diego hostel
- The best hostels in San Diego are found in several districts, which each offer a specific attraction. There are hostels near the Pacific Ocean and its beaches; in Little Italy, which is known for its street food and restaurants; and in the Gaslamp Quarter, which is famous for its nightlife. San Diego Trolley operates tram lines, and the MTS bus rapid transit system, which includes commuter and express services, allows you to navigate the city. Some famous landmarks in the city are the San Diego Opera House, the Port of San Diego, and PETCO Park, home to the San Diego Padres MLB team.
- Singles looking for an affordable, quality hostel in San Diego should check out USA Hostels on Newport Avenue at Ocean Beach. Not only does it offer great accommodations, but there is a free shuttle that ferries guests around various tourist sites in the city (e.g., La Jolla) and a schedule of events that includes bi-weekly bonfire nights and pub crawls. Ocean Beach Kebab and Ocean Beach Sushi are restaurants nearby, and The Harp and Kilowatt Brewing are neighborhood bars to enjoy.
- Ith Adventure Hostel San Diego is located on Front Street in the city’s Little Italy district, and it’s close to the USS Midway Museum, and the San Diego Air & Space Museum. Accommodations at this hostel in San Diego include female-only dorm-style rooms, as well as private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Additionally, there is an organic garden and an outdoor terrace on the premises. The Kebab Shop and Taco Express are two cheap places to eat that are not far away.
- Groups looking for cheap lodgings near the beach should make inquiries with California Dreams Hostel on Emerald Street in Pacific Beach. This property has several 10-bed dorm rooms with shared bathrooms, outdoor terraces, and a bicycle rental service, which you can use to visit a few of the landmarks in the area, such as Mission Bay Park, La Jolla Cove, or Pacific Beach Community Park. Oscar’s Mexican Seafood and Miller’s Field are among the places you can eat and drink.
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San Diego Accommodations
Airports in San Diego
Landmarks in San Diego
- Gaslamp Quarter
- Hotel Circle
- Seaport Village
- B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
- San Diego Amtrak Station
- Horton Plaza
- San Diego Opera
- New Children's Museum
- Maritime Museum
- Copley Symphony Hall
- Westfield Horton Plaza
- Navy Pier
- Port of San Diego
- San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
- Firehouse Museum
- San Diego Repertory Theater
Venues in San Diego
Neighbourhoods in San Diego
- Loma Portal
- Little Italy
- East Village
- Hillcrest
- Cortez Hill
- Carmel Mountain Ranch
- Core-Columbia
- Point Loma
- Marina
- Grant Hill
- Pacific Beach
- Rancho Bernardo
- Downtown
- Mission Bay
- Old Town
- University City
- West Park
- Midtown
- Kearny Mesa
- Mission Valley East
- Miramar
- Carmel Valley
- Navajo
- Rancho Peñasquitos
- North Park
- Otay Mesa
- El Cerrito
- Midway District