Hostels in San Diego, USA

14 hostels available. Prices start from $15.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in San Diego

Samesun Ocean Beach


Free Breakfast
Beach Lovers Retreat Party Hostel
"Welcome to the newest addition to the Samesun family! Formerly USA Hostels Ocean Beach, we are proud to take over this award-winning hostel. Located right in the heart of the idyllic Ocean Beach … More
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The guest is required to call the business to secure the spot Entertainment & Activities: FREE: Movies/shows on Amazon TV & Netflix, ESPN sports channel, YouTube and cable TV FREE: Board … More
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel has comfortable rooms and common spaces for you to enjoy on your vacation. We host daily events for travelers to connect and socialize. ITH Mission … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…We understand the value of privacy and personal space. All of our accommodations offer a personal memory foam bed, privacy curtain, night stand, reading lamp, fresh linens and multiple electrical … More
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…There is little/no on-site parking. Rooms and Bathrooms The rooms are classic hostel style -- there's a walking strip between rows of beds. The good thing is that these beds are larger … More
Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…The kitchen is small and not really suitable for cooking, though the regular calendar of the hostel’s activities includes some group meals on offer. Free breakfast is provided, including bagels … More

Gaslamp Hostel


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…- Community kitchen with lots of cookware - Comfortable mattresses with fresh bedding, linen, pillows and towels - Central air conditioning/heat and ceiling fans in all rooms - Dorms have … More
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Not all private rooms have their own restroom. There are mid-sized lockers available for free in the room -- one for each bed. You need to bring your own lock. In dorms, some of the lockers … More
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…We have several room options, including female only rooms, dorm style rooms and private rooms. We also have free Wi-Fi. Surfboard and wetsuit rentals are available. By staying at ITH, you … More

Lucky D's Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Will be returning in the future! Amazing place! - This has to be the best hostel experience i have had. I checked in on my own and was made to feel like i had been there for years. All the staff … More
Adventure Hostels Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
521 Market Street More
Party Hostel
"…These custom built beds are designed - no rickety metal ladders! We do not allow tenting or covering the pods in any way. PodShare San Diego Policies & Conditions: This property will pre- … More

Hostel on 3rd


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Not so great - Two nights, private room, October 2016. Hostel is located in an old, rundown two-story building in the Gaslamp Quarter. Hostel is not very clean and much of the building had an … More

Hotels in San Diego

"…Please Note: **Tax not included in rates shown and will be added to the balance upon arrival** Check in time: 3.00 pm Check out: 10.00 am" …"…Head south on Kettner Blvd toward W Broadway … More

Old Town Western Inn


Free Breakfast
"…The Western Inn suite hotel in San Diego features the best in business and pleasure just steps from your room! Our reasonable rates make a trip to Old Town affordable for the whole family. And all … More

Heritage Inn


Free Breakfast
"…99 per night as well as packages! So if you are looking for affordable hotels in San Diego near many attractions, look no further than the Heritage Inn Sea World in San Diego, California. Check … More

Hostels in San Diego, USA

14 hostels available. Prices start from $31.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know San Diego (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in San Diego.

 Mission bay marina at sunset

There are plenty of great San Diego hostels to choose from. San Diego is located at the southern-most tip of California, not far from the Mexican border. Known both as a beach destination and as the home of the United States Navy, San Diego is situated right on the Mexican border and has a population of over 1.3 million. San Diego is one of the wealthiest cities in the U.S, and has also been chosen as the fifth best place to live in the world (Money Magazine, 2006), but the San Diego hostels are still reasonably priced.

San Diego is divided into multiple districts. There are many interesting places to see Downtown, in Balboa Park, and in Old Town (as well as all the other districts of course). There is a selection of San Diego hostels with good quality and moderate prices.

Beaches are the one thing you probably won't want to miss in San Diego. There are miles and miles of beaches for swimming, surfing, sailing, boating, and more. San Diego also has one of the world's best zoos, situated in Balboa Park. The Sea World is also a well known destination. There is a lot of good shopping to do in the city too, with many shopping centers located around the city. Take a look at the San Diego hostels list and enjoy your trip.

Written by local enthusiast for San Diego hostels

Written by local enthusiast for San Diego hostels Miika

San Diego Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in San Diego, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 14
Average dorm price $47
Average private room price $135
Cheapest hostel in San Diego Hostel on 3rd with $30.5
Party hostels in San Diego Samesun Ocean Beach (10 in total)
Most San Diego hostels are located in Gaslamp Quarter
Average rating of all hostels 7.7

FAQ about San Diego Hostels

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Travel Tips for San Diego - from the Community

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