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Hostels in San Diego

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in San Diego and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,106 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 739 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,528 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,787 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,656 reviews

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Hostels that guests love in San Diego

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,106 reviews
It’s been the best hostel I have stayed, it was really clean, the bed is comfortable and you have your own privacy. The common areas were great and they had everything you need. I also liked how the organize the food in the kitchen.
Guest review by
Irene
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,106 reviews
One of the best hostels ever: clean, safe, in a great location, providing both privacy and community spirit. Lives up to the name!
Guest review by
Julia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$82.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,787 reviews
Friendly people both staff and hostel dwellers. Bars a bit cheaper than LA with proper pints and free entry. Good competitive yet friendly welcoming pool playing at bars just up from the beach.. Winstons club had a truly great band playing with large group of banging musicians and multiple happening vocalists, great after a skin full of Hazy IPA, makes you dance on the wind, you just don't want it to stop...
Guest review by
Peter
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$111.62
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
I think one of the best Hostel I have ever stayed in. Very clean, good facilities, amazing breakfast that's included, super friendly and helpful staff. Great location, pretty close to the beach and to the Airport. I definitely recommend it and would come back.
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Tina
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,528 reviews
The hostel was nicely decorated and pretty chill. Some days there are events where you can get free drinks a meet new people. The restrooms and showers were newly renovated and clean. This establishment is perfect for lone or budget travelers.
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Maroš
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$136.43
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews
It was super close to the beach, the people was nice, and it’s in a safe area. The breakfas was good, they have baggel, fruits and cereals, coffe and teas. What I loved is they had a rental shop aswell, so you can rent bikes, surfboards, and lots of other outdoors stuff. they also have a schedule in the main room where it shows different (free or super cheap) activities. I went to a free yoga class infront of the ocean, and I also got fish tacos for $1.5 in the restaurant near the hostel
Guest review by
Marta
Solo traveller