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Cheap Hostels in San Diego County

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

2 out of 5
1455 Market St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (659 reviews)
Stay Classy Hostel
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2 out of 5
726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
Gaslamp Hostel
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 out of 5
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (592 reviews)
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2 out of 5
4961 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (281 reviews)
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

2 out of 5
615 8th Avenue, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (353 reviews)
Lucky D's Hostel
Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd

1 out of 5
542 3rd avenue, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a pool table. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6/10 (209 reviews)
Hostel on 3rd
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2 out of 5
3204 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2 out of 5
743 Emerald Street, San Diego, CA
Book a stay at this beach hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (116 reviews)
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2 out of 5
3790 Udall St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (186 reviews)
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego

1.5 out of 5
642 W. Hawthorn St., San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are ...
5.2/10 (277 reviews)
RK Hostel San Diego
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2 out of 5
San Diego
Book a stay at this beach hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (232 reviews)
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

2 out of 5
1658 Front Street, San Diego, CA
Stay at this hostel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour business center. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (389 reviews)
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,788 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay at this place. Friendly and courteous staff"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,750 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,885 reviews)
"It was a nice, quiet area. Perfect for a lowkey getaway"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Handlery Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other Cheap Accommodation in San Diego County

Hostels in San Diego County

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