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Our top choices for Central San Diego hostels

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
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (593 reviews)
"Short walk to beach and anything else you want to do!!!!"
United States
linda
The price is HK$529
HK$597 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

2. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (233 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 HK$703
HK$793 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.

3. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (246 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is HK$697
HK$786 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

4. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (961 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
The price is HK$424
HK$482 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay Classy Hostel
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

5. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (737 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is HK$564
HK$643 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

6. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (699 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is HK$934
HK$1,062 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Gaslamp Hostel
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

7. 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 HK$582
HK$657 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

8. 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 HK$755
HK$851 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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, (72 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Arthur
The price is HK$311
HK$791 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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, (422 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 HK$741
HK$843 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 HK$278
HK$718 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hostel on 3rd
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Top Central San Diego Hotel Reviews

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

10/10 Excellent
"We enjoyed our stay here! Right when we checked in the staff was friendly. Our room was spacious & clean. The bathroom was on the smaller side that’s the only negative if I had to say one thing. The hotel circle area is always a good location. I definitely recommend for a family stay. We loved the liquor store too for the convenience."
Karina 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

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Central San Diego Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,045
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$482
Highest Price
HK$1,062

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