Hostels in San Diego, CA

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153 Hostels in San Diego, CA

Best San Diego, CA hostels with breakfast included

Among the 153 accommodations in San Diego, CA, here are the 4 best hostels with breakfast included

Gaslamp Hostel - San Diego, CA
9.0 2779 reviews

Gaslamp Hostel

hostel, San Diego
Gaslamp Hostel is located in Downtown San Diego, within walking distance of the San Diego Convention Center, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and USS Midway Museum, making it a great base for exploring the city's attractions. It has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for location.
The hostel offers shared rooms with air conditioning and a shared lounge with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, a bar, and a kitchen with a fridge and microwave.
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach - San Diego, CA
9.0 1683 reviews

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

hostel, San Diego
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach is located in the Pacific Beach neighbourhood of San Diego, just a stone's throw from the beach and a short walk from Sail Bay Beach. The hostel enjoys excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a range of shared social spaces, including a lounge and terrace, perfect for meeting fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy a complimentary continental or vegetarian breakfast, take advantage of the swimming pool, fitness centre, and bike rentals, or explore the area with the help of the tour desk.
Ith Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel - San Diego, CA
9.1 79 reviews

Ith Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

hostel, San Diego
The Ith Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel is located in San Diego's Mission Beach district, just steps from Mission Beach and Belmont Park, and 3.4 kilometres from Mission Bay.
This budget accommodation offers complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and on-site laundry facilities, with free self-parking also available for guests.
Ith San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel - San Diego, CA
8.6 2270 reviews

Ith San Diego Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

hostel, San Diego
The Ith Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego is situated directly on the Pacific Beach boardwalk, just a short distance from Belmont Amusement Park, SeaWorld San Diego, and the University of San Diego. The hostel has received very good user ratings, with an excellent location rating and a good cleanliness rating.
The hostel offers a range of shared rooms and features a communal kitchen, a swimming pool, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can enjoy a free continental breakfast, relax in the shared lounge, use the workstations, play table tennis, and make use of the BBQ facilities.

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Stay Classy - San Diego, CA
9.2 1934 reviews

Stay Classy

hostel, San Diego
Stay Classy is located in downtown San Diego, just a short walk from the San Diego Convention Center and within easy reach of the USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and Balboa Park. The hostel has been rated excellent for cleanliness and user experience, and the location is considered very good.
The hostel features a shared kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals, as well as a lounge for socialising and relaxing. Amenities include air conditioning, a fitness centre, free Wi-Fi, a pool table, and shared bathroom facilities with showers and hairdryers.
Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel - San Diego, CA
9.0 6809 reviews

Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel

hostel, San Diego
Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel is situated in the Gaslamp Quarter, a lively district, just three miles from Balboa Park and a two-minute drive from Petco Park. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a choice of private rooms with en-suite facilities and dorm rooms with personal lockers. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fully-equipped kitchen, a garden, and a fitness centre, as well as 24-hour reception and no curfew.
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel - San Diego, CA
No reviews

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

hostel, Carlsbad
The Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel, a welcoming guesthouse, is located 5 kilometres from Carlsbad city centre, offering convenient access to attractions such as the Museum of Making Music, Sealife Aquarium, and South Carlsbad State Beach.
This pet-friendly establishment boasts multiple swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, a terrace, a garden, a restaurant, a bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi, with parking and a 24/7 front desk also provided for guest convenience.
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach - San Diego, CA
8.7 1722 reviews

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

hostel, San Diego
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach is located in the Ocean Beach neighbourhood of San Diego, just a short distance from the beach and close to Sunset Cliffs and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The hostel enjoys excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall user experience.
The hostel features a single bedroom with a floor area of 9 square metres. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, garden, and a shared lounge, as well as a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and evening entertainment.

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Partial Bay View Suite Queens, Bahia Resort, Heated Pool, Private Beach - San Diego, CA
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Partial Bay View Suite Queens, Bahia Resort, Heated Pool, Private Beach

hostel, San Diego
This San Diego hostel, offering the 'Partial Bay View Suite Queens, Bahia Resort, Heated Pool, Private Beach' package, enjoys a unique location on a private peninsula in Mission Bay, providing direct beach access and proximity to SeaWorld.
The 42 square metre studio, sleeping up to six guests, features two queen-size beds, a private bathroom, and access to on-site amenities including a heated pool, private beach, fitness centre, and parking.
Coliving Gaslamp Quarter Dorm Bed - San Diego, CA
9.4 47 reviews

Coliving Gaslamp Quarter Dorm Bed

hostel, San Diego
This Gaslamp Quarter lodging, situated in a historically designated 1887 building, offers the 'Coliving In Gaslamp Quarter' package and is within walking distance of Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Centre.
The one-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment features a shared kitchen and laundry facilities, accommodating one guest and offering free luggage storage, with co-living options available for weekly or longer stays (subject to manager approval).
Relax In Between Adventures! Free Parking, Pet-friendly Property W/ Outdoor Pool - San Diego, CA
10 2 reviews

Relax In Between Adventures! Free Parking, Pet-friendly Property W/ Outdoor Pool

hostel, San Diego
This beachfront studio apartment in Central Mission Beach, San Diego boasts private beach access and complimentary cabanas, offering convenient proximity to attractions such as the Port of San Diego and Seaport Village.
The 42 square metre self-catering flat features two queen beds, sleeping up to six guests, and includes on-site amenities such as a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and swimming pool, plus daily housekeeping.
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego, CA
No reviews

Rodeway Inn El Cajon

hostel, El Cajon
Rodeway Inn El Cajon offers accommodation in El Cajon, located 3 kilometres from the city centre and in proximity to attractions such as the Art World Western Heritage Gallery, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, and the San Diego Air and Space Museum.
This hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as on-site parking and laundry services, with a check-out time of 12:00.

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Ith San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel - San Diego, CA
9.4 1259 reviews

Ith San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

hostel, San Diego
The ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel is located just a two-minute walk from the beach in San Diego's Mission Beach district, a lively area with plenty to see and do. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel has a shared kitchen, allowing guests to prepare their own meals, and a shared lounge where they can socialise with other travellers. Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden, and evening entertainment.
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