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14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two weeks
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In one month
4 Sept - 6 Sept
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2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for La Mesa hostels

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (912 reviews)
"Staff was super kind and helpful process was simple and a lot of privacy compared to most hostels."
United States
Ayden
The price is HK$508
HK$578 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Stay Classy Hostel
Exterior

2. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (404 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is HK$824
HK$937 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
Interior

3. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (661 reviews)
"Great for solo travelers, great overall"
United States
Anthony
The price is HK$828
HK$942 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Gaslamp Hostel
Property entrance

4. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (714 reviews)
"I love this place."
United States
John
The price is HK$664
HK$756 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Terrace/patio

5. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (274 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Taylor
The price is HK$397
HK$853 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hostel on 3rd
Exterior

6. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (237 reviews)
"The staff was great. The setup was nice and I love the organization of everything there. Also, clean bathrooms!"
United States
Daniel
The price is HK$738
HK$832 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

7. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"amazing vibe at this hostel."
Canada
Julien
The price is HK$1,076
HK$1,213 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Lobby sitting area

8. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (559 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
The price is HK$552
HK$624 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Sun deck

9. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (264 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$1,010
HK$1,138 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

10. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (139 reviews)
"I had a fabulous time! Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and HELPFUL! I will be back!"
United States
Melanie
The price is HK$1,036
HK$1,168 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
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Top La Mesa Hotel Reviews

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

10/10 Excellent
"Love the location, cleanliness, accommodating staff. Had an amazing view of the harbor from my room"
Charmaine Grace 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Find out more about La Mesa

La Mesa Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,848
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$578
Highest Price
HK$1,213

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in La Mesa?
Our travellers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable rates: Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from the heart of La Mesa. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego - 9.3 mi (15 km) from the heart of La Mesa. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in La Mesa?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for La Mesa is 308 mm.
What is there to see and do in La Mesa?
In general, La Mesa is known for its birdwatching, restaurants and flowers. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Petco Park and Mission Bay. Get out into nature with places such as Mission Beach, Balboa Park and Coronado Beach. Cultural attractions include Computer Museum of America, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and The Magnolia.
What's the best way to get to and around La Mesa while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in La Mesa on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), 4.9 mi (7.8 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to make use of public transport. You can walk to nearby metro stations including La Mesa Boulevard Station, Spring St Trolley Station and 70th St. Trolley Station.

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