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Our top choices for South Bay 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, (923 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 AU$104
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay Classy Hostel
Lobby sitting area

2. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Point Loma
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (561 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Property entrance

3. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (717 reviews)
"Easy access.. close to everything.. friendly helpful staff.."
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Interior

4. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (667 reviews)
"Great for solo travelers, great overall"
United States
Anthony
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Gaslamp Hostel
Exterior

5. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (238 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 AU$142
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Exterior

6. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (405 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
Terrace/patio

7. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (275 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Taylor
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hostel on 3rd
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

8. 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 AU$218
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

9. 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 AU$175
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Sun deck

10. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (265 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 AU$182
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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Lowest Price
AU$104
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