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Our top choices for North 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
Point Loma
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (622 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

2. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (276 reviews)
"Gorgeous view, and great breakfast burritos just around the corner!!"
United States
ivy
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

3. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (242 reviews)
"Loved our stay here, perfect location and friendly staff!"
United States
Aida
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

4. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"I had a fabulous time! Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and HELPFUL! I will be back!"
United States
Melanie
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

5. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (987 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Dylan
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay Classy Hostel
A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.

6. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (260 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, super convenient and the staff are delightful."
United States
Jake
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

7. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.4 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"room was clean, helpful staff"
United States
Alvin
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
La Ventana
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

8. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (760 reviews)
"It was close to everything in gaslamp area in walking distance"
United States
kevin
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
HI San Diego Downtown - 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, (737 reviews)
"Friendly, clean, good value."
United States
stacy
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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, (440 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 AU$154
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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, (293 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 AU$137
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hostel on 3rd
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Top North Central San Diego Hotel Reviews

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the staff here. I stay here all the time and the room was super clean"
Katrina 1-night trip
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Handlery Hotel

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North Central San Diego Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,484
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$92
Highest Price
AU$159

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