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Our top choices for South 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, (602 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is NT$1,813
NT$2,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

2. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (969 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is NT$1,722
NT$1,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Stay Classy 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, (249 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is NT$2,824
NT$3,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

4. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (234 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 NT$2,664
NT$3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

5. 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 NT$2,236
NT$2,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

6. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Arthur
The price is NT$1,550
NT$3,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
La Ventana
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

7. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (747 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is NT$2,293
NT$2,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
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, (269 reviews)
"Amazing staff great vibes great place"
United States
Luke
The price is NT$2,686
NT$3,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

9. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (708 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is NT$3,333
NT$3,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Gaslamp Hostel
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, (429 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 NT$3,013
NT$3,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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 NT$1,130
NT$2,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hostel on 3rd
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Top South San Diego Hotel Reviews

The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was friendly and helpful, room was clean and the property was nice"
Zachary 3-night trip
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The Dana on Mission Bay

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South San Diego Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,368
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,959
Highest Price
NT$3,791

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