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Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel offers 3-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace.

M
Muneer Ahmad
From
Qatar
The Property Location is awesome.The staff is very cooperative and helpful especially Mr. Mark who gave us the initial briefing about the hostel and its facilities.I enjoyed my stay over there , made new friends and had a healthy interaction with other hostel mates.The Ocean beach is not that much far away from there.You can have soft drinks and other snacks from the vending machine in the hostel at an affordable cost of 1 dollar.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,767 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Mission Beach, San Diego

Set in San Diego, within 200 metres of Mission Beach and 3.7 km of SeaWorld San Diego, ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

M
Megan
From
United States
The location was fantastic, the staff were amazing. Its one of the most well run hostels I’ve stayed in yet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
US$97.35
1 night, 2 adults

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego offers pet-friendly accommodation in San Diego. San Diego International Airport is just 4 km from the property.

V
Victoriano
From
Spain
The staff at reception was caring and helpful, specially Cynthia and Lulu. I enjoyed the free bikes a lot, I used them twice a day to excersise and get rid of the jetlag. Location is wonderful. Comfotable bed, good shower and outstanding towells (as they brag). Plenty of USB sockets around the room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews
Price from
US$143.10
1 night, 2 adults

Luxury 2BD 2BA, BRAND NEW/PETS/CLOSE TO EVERYTHING/BOHO+COZY VIBES

San Diego

Boasting city views, Luxury 2BD 2BA, BRAND NEW/PETS/CLOSE TO EVERYTHING/BOHO+COZY VIBES features accommodation with a terrace and a patio, around 4.3 km from San Diego Zoo.

B
Bradley
From
Canada
The location was great! We were always 15 min or less from everywhere we wanted to go! This condo is perfect for wheelchair users, the bathroom is very spacious, doorways wide enough for wheelchair to fit through. This condo was nice and clean and very tastefully decorated. Indoor parking was nice. People in the building were friendly. Highly recommend!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
US$185.49
1 night, 2 adults

Pacific Beach Getaway Blocks From The Beach

Pacific Beach, San Diego

Located in San Diego, less than 1 km from Pacific Beach and 6 km from SeaWorld San Diego, Pacific Beach Getaway Blocks From The Beach offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$197.80
1 night, 2 adults

Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Ideally set in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

J
Jennyfer
From
Israel
Good apartment, walking distance from convention center with parking place and very clean!! I am allergic to dust and I did not have any issue staying for five days there. There is everything you need, towels, soap, washing machine and dryer. Felt like home away from home :) The street is noisy at night but it did not bother me and earplugs are provided for the ones who need it :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$288.55
1 night, 2 adults

1BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 3 Beds #5

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Well set in the centre of San Diego, 1BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 3 Beds #5 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Chen-Ying
From
Taiwan
I stayed for 9 nights. The apartment has everything I need: close to the convention center, a nice kitchen, washer and dryer, a comfy living and dining area. Ben and Mayra are super responsive. They take care of every detail. At departure, they even arrange someone to take my two pieces of luggage down the stairway. The stairway is a bit difficult for me to carry luggage myself, but sweet thoughtful landlords solve the problem. I saw people mention noises. I come during the low season, the apartment is in fact very quiet. One small thing is the bedroom doesn't have a window. On the positive side, you can get a good night sleep as no light will wake you up. I like the apartment and San Diego a lot!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$288.55
1 night, 2 adults

Gaslamp 2BdRm1BA - w Parking & 4 Beds #304

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Well situated in the centre of San Diego, Gaslamp 2BdRm1BA - w Parking & 4 Beds #304 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

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Amy
From
Australia
Location, cleanliness & communication from owners were absolutely fantastic. The safe & secure building was great. Super family friendly & had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$288.55
1 night, 2 adults

Sands Of La Jolla

Hotel in La Jolla, San Diego

Attractively situated in the La Jolla district of San Diego, Sands Of La Jolla is situated 500 metres from Calumet Park Beach, 5 km from La Jolla Cove and 8.3 km from SeaWorld San Diego.

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whelan
From
United States
The person at the desk that was bald and had tattoos
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,343 reviews
Price from
US$129
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Classy

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Stay Classy is well located in the centre of San Diego, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.

N
Neža
From
Slovenia
Very nice common spaces, coffe, the corner for ladies (with blow drier, straigtener, curler), also a corner with TV and games.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,101 reviews
Price from
US$63.60
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Enjoy breakfast in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 reviews

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

From US$145.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews

Located in an historic building in the Gaslamp Quarter, this downtown San Diego hotel offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and an on-site restaurant. The San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are 2 miles away.

From US$186.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

Moments from San Diego's most popular attractions as well as the international airport, this hotel provides comfortable guestrooms and many modern conveniences.

From US$151.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 643 reviews

Set in a Victorian house in the heart of Central San Diego's Little Italy Neighbourhood of Downtown, this hostel offers dormitory rooms and private rooms with free Wi-Fi, breakfast and hosted social...

From US$111.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 573 reviews

Cherokee Lodge is located in San Diego, 2.8 km from San Diego Convention centre and 3.5 km from Downtown San Diego. Every room at this accommodation is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV.

From US$185.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews

Located 4.8 km from San Diego International Airport, this hotel offers free shuttles to the airport, San Diego Amtrak Station and more. Free WiFi is available to guests.

From US$175.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town is 4 miles from the San Diego International Airport. The rooms feature refrigerators and microwaves.

From US$101.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

Located off Interstate-5, this inn is 3 miles from Sea World theme park and the San Diego International Airport. It features classic rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves a daily continental breakfast.

From US$171.36 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego district of San Diego, The Keating is situated 1.5 km from USS Midway Museum, 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 1.9 km from Maritime...

From US$157.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,638 reviews

Situated in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, this non-profit hostel has a fully equipped kitchen and offers free coffee, tea, and filtered water all day. Balboa Park is 4.8 km away.

From US$96.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Conveniently situated in the centre of San Diego, 2BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 5 Beds #3 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$337.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Well set in the centre of San Diego, 1BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 3 Beds #5 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$337.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Attractively located in the centre of San Diego, 2BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 4 Beds #2 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$337.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Ideally located in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 4 Beds #401 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$337.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Well located in the centre of San Diego, Gaslamp 2BdRm - w Parking & 4 Beds #404 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$320.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

Attractively situated in the centre of San Diego, Gaslamp 2BdRm - w Parking & 5 Beds #403 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$320.97 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Ideally situated in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 4 Beds #201 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$320.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Situated conveniently in San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #302 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$320.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #202 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$337.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$337.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Well situated in the centre of San Diego, Gaslamp 2BdRm1BA - w Parking & 4 Beds #304 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$337.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 990 reviews

Boasting a bar, Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is set in the centre of San Diego, 1.2 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station.

From US$139.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,708 reviews

Located in the heart of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, guests of this hotel can stroll through 16 blocks of Victorian architecture and shops.

From US$222.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 584 reviews

Attractively located in the centre of San Diego, Moxy San Diego Gaslamp Quarter features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$155.85 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$116.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 991 reviews
Great location. Very clean and comfortable. I have stayed here before and would definitely stay again.
Guest review by
Raissa
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$96.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Of course it is not cheap due to its outstanding location ( however I stayed in one of the single rooms which were far more expensive than the dorms) but it is super clean, very authentic, well self organized and the staff is very nice. Perfect accommodation for young people traveling on their own.
Guest review by
Eric
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$102.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,587 reviews
Cheap, affordable and good breakfast.
Guest review by
Henrik Kirkeluten
Group
Avg. price/night: US$96.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,638 reviews
Highly recommend. Friendly staff, great location, very clean. Lovely breakfast. Really well organised.
Guest review by
Marie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$145.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 reviews
The art everywhere is gorgeous! There are also lovely plants & good lighting. Definitely the prettiest hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Staff were friendly & professional. Breakfast is basic - cereal, fruit, and tea & coffee but better than what we were expecting. Beds were comfortable. There was a little shelf, light, plug & 2 usb ports at each bed. Location was ideal. Bathrooms were basic but very clean.
Guest review by
Anonymous
Group
Avg. price/night: US$72.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,101 reviews
My partner and I stayed in the double bed dorm room, cheaper than other options in the city and a great way to still have privacy with the sectioned/curtained bed areas. The hostel had great showers and a room providing hair dryer/straightener etc, good social areas, and was very clean. The location was great, close to Petco Park and lots of cafes/restaurants near the gaslamp area. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Guest review by
Eden
Young couple