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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.

C
Catriona
From
New Zealand
Good location and facilities. Safe and relaxed vibe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,809 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Seaworld

Hotel in Midway-Pacific Highway, San Diego

Discover the newly built Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego SeaWorld, where modern comfort meets unbeatable convenience, just minutes from top attractions.

G
Gerlie
From
Philippines
Everything is amazing! We had a wonderful stay in this place. We were very comfortable, the room is clean and cosy. The staff were amazing too, very accomodating! They keep on checking on us by texting to ensure that we are comfortable and if we need anything ( 5🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟) for the great service. The breakfast is superb too! Well done to everyone!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
US$227.19
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.

L
Lim
From
South Korea
Good location for commuting scripps institution of oceanography by taking a bus. And there has lots of nice restaurants. I will take this unit if I would take one more chance to visit La Jolla.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,382 reviews
Price from
US$129
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Classy

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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

J
Juracy
From
Brazil
Excellent hotel staff. They solved all my problems. I forgot a backpack and they are helping me. Recomendo o hostel a todos.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews
Price from
US$63.60
1 night, 2 adults

Gaslamp Hostel

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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

a
ayşe
From
Turkey
I came to Gaslamp Hostel for only 1 month. But I met beautiful people in such a beautiful environment that I loved staying with you for 2.5 months. You are offering a great accommodation to your guests in a fast , practical , clean and secure layout , producing solutions for every issue . Even if the employees change, everyone can easily become a part of the team. I saw a strong team that is fun and cares about the comfort of the guests. Everything is planned for the comfort of the guests in this hostel. I was very satisfied with my stay. Thank you, everbody thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,559 reviews
Price from
US$132.74
1 night, 2 adults

Berkshire Motor Hotel

San Diego

Berkshire Motor Hotel is conveniently located on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego. All rooms feature free WiFi. North Park, Park Boulevard and Adams Avenue are all less than 5 minutes' drive away.

I
Istvan
From
Hungary
they were comfortable and kind
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,014 reviews
Price from
US$125.01
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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.

C
Carl
From
United States
Good location. Great hostel. Free breakfast. Pool table and games provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,666 reviews
Price from
US$99.90
1 night, 2 adults

Pleasant Inn

Hotel in San Diego

Pleasant Inn is located 12 km away from the University of San Diego (USD). The hotel features a gym. Free guest parking is available.

N
Natalija
From
Slovenia
Great location, clean room, very friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,117 reviews
Price from
US$110
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

Hotel in Point Loma, San Diego

Located only minutes from San Diego International Airport, world-class sailing and whale watching, this hotel offers comfort and modern amenities.

M
Margaret
From
Lebanon
Lovely hotel, staff very friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,475 reviews
Price from
US$131
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Midway-Pacific Highway, San Diego

Situated in San Diego, 1.2 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Comfort Inn Sea World Area features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a garden.

S
Stefan
From
Bulgaria
Super clean and modern, freshly renovated room. Definitely would recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,499 reviews
Price from
US$99.45
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,499 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,556 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 687 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$122.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 723 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$273.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews

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

From US$120.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 443 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$182.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 803 reviews

Located 5 miles away from the San Diego Zoo, this Mission Valley hotel boasts an outdoor pool and hot tub and a 24/7 state-of-the-art fitness centre. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.

From US$140.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,491 reviews

Located in the light industrial Midway area, this hotel is 8 minutes’ walk from Old Town. It offers an outdoor pool and serves a daily grab-and-go breakfast. Each spacious room has free WiFi.

From US$194.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,475 reviews

Located only minutes from San Diego International Airport, world-class sailing and whale watching, this hotel offers comfort and modern amenities.

From US$114.64 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego district of San Diego, 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 Museum of...

From US$134.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,666 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Set in the centre of San Diego, 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Greely Gaslamp - Loft W Parking & 4 Beds #401 offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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$291.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 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$291.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Set in San Diego, within 1.5 km of USS Midway Museum and 1 km of San Diego Convention Center, Greely Gaslamp - Loft W Parking & 3 Beds #302 offers accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$291.28 per night
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$291.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in the centre of San Diego, 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Greely Gaslamp - Loft W Parking & 3 Beds #202 offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$304.30 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,760 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, 607 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$186.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

Well located in San Diego, The Beau Hotel Downtown San Diego Gaslamp Quarter provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$237.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

Attractively set in San Diego, Sentral Gaslamp Quarter provides 4-star accommodation close to San Diego Convention Center and San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station.

From US$178.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

In a central area of San Diego, set within a short distance of San Diego Convention Center and San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Luxury Designer Suite with Rooftop Pool, Gym offers free WiFi,...

From US$975.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews

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

From US$72.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 870 reviews

Located 3.2 km from San Diego International Airport, Best Western Plus Bayside Inn offers a heated outdoor pool or hot tub. Free WiFi is provided.

From US$163.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in the centre of San Diego, 1.7 km from Balboa Park, Greely Gaslamp - Loft W Parking & 4 Beds #301 offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$291.28 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$92.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,014 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$117.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 395 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$107.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,499 reviews
Cheap, affordable and good breakfast.
Guest review by
Henrik Kirkeluten
Group
Avg. price/night: US$96.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,666 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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,556 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, 1,110 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