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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
Mia
From
Sweden
So fun! I am not usually a hostel goer ( my bf is) but we had a private room with a bathroom, it was clean and comfortable. The hang out area is équipt with Netflix and a sofa, seats and sofas outdoor so you can have drinks/food/smoke etc. Amazing location and staff are wonderful! 10/10 would stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,802 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

Granger Hotel San Diego Downtown, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Set in San Diego, less than 1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Granger Hotel San Diego Downtown, a Member of Design Hotels offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private...

A
Alex
From
United Kingdom
Very stylish and clean with helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews
Price from
US$279
1 night, 2 adults

City24 Condo Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

Hotel in San Diego

Set within 1.9 km of Maritime Museum of San Diego and 2.4 km of San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, City24 Condo Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills offers rooms in San Diego.

O
Osvaldo
From
Italy
Nice place, good position, clean and huge spaces. Receptionist very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Price from
US$167.20
1 night, 2 adults

Del Mar Beach Hotel

Del Mar , San Diego

Facing the Pacific Ocean in Del Mar California, this beachfront motel offers guest parking, a picnic area and use of beach amenities. Each guest room includes a 60-inch cable TV.

A
Anne
From
United States
The hotel's location couldn't be better, directly on the gorgeous white sand beach of Del Mar, and within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews
Price from
US$259
1 night, 2 adults

Charming Casita with City and Bay Views

Point Loma, San Diego

Offering city views, Charming Casita with City and Bay Views is an accommodation situated in San Diego, 5.1 km from University Of San Diego and 5.3 km from Sunset Cliffs.

E
E
From
Italy
We had a wonderful stay! The house is very beautiful, located in a quiet neighborhood with easy parking and a lovely view over San Diego. There are plenty of services and shops nearby, which made everything very convenient. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and kind. The house was spotless and had everything we needed, from kitchenware to household essentials. All instructions were clearly documented, which made our stay even smoother. We truly felt at home and would definitely love to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$138.60
1 night, 2 adults

Sunset Cliffs Oceanfront Oasis, San Diego - Stunning Views & Ocean Sounds

San Diego

Situated in San Diego and only 1.2 km from Ocean Beach, Sunset Cliffs Oceanfront Oasis, San Diego - Stunning Views & Ocean Sounds features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$330
1 night, 2 adults

2BD HotTub Parking 6Blks 2 Beach

Pacific Beach, San Diego

Set in San Diego in the California region with Sail Bay Beach nearby, 2BD HotTub Parking 6Blks 2 Beach offers accommodation with free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$188.36
1 night, 2 adults

Urban Beach Getaway 2

Pacific Beach, San Diego

Urban Beach Getaway 2 is set in the Pacific Beach district of San Diego, 6.5 km from La Jolla Cove, 6.7 km from SeaWorld San Diego and 11 km from Sunset Cliffs.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$135.32
1 night, 2 adults

Sunny San Diego, Entire home, Pool, Free Parking, BBQ, Pets allowed, family neighborhood!

San Diego

Situated in San Diego, Sunny San Diego, Entire home, Pool, Free Parking, BBQ, Pets allowed, family neighborhood!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$331.55
1 night, 2 adults

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Well located in the centre of San Diego, Kasa Little Italy San Diego provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness centre.

V
Vito Matteo
From
Italy
Everything was incredibly perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Price from
US$265
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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,540 reviews

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

From US$158.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

La Ventana provides accommodation within 600 metres of the centre of San Diego, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware.

From US$152.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 250 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$180.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,660 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$107.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,749 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, 606 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$156.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter is located 500 metres from Horton Plaza Shopping Center. It offers an on-site bar and restaurant. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

From US$206.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 235 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$152.50 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 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$282.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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$88.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel is situated in San Diego, 1.1 km from Maritime Museum of San Diego and 1.6 km from USS Midway Museum.

From US$150.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

In the heart of San Diego, set within a short distance of San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and Maritime Museum of San Diego, Ocean View Loft in Little Italy near Downtown-Gaslamp offers free...

From US$589.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Sunny San Diego Golden Hill Home! Pet Friendly, near DT, Fully Stocked! is located in San Diego.

From US$530.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 583 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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in San Diego, 4 km from San Diego Zoo and 4.7 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Luxury NEW Residence with Private Rooftop, Downtown in minutes provides spacious air-...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located in San Diego in the California region, 26' SUNDECK OCEAN Panoramic VIEWS with AC Fast WiFi -902Mbps has a patio. Guests can go for a swim in the plunge pool.

From US$592.59 per night

Enjoy breakfast in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 724 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$289.67 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$141.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 445 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 806 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, 3,487 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, 4,468 reviews

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

From US$207.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,513 reviews

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.

From US$117.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

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

From US$149.88 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, 1,011 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$106.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 397 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$117.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,513 reviews
Cheap, affordable and good breakfast.
Guest review by
Henrik Kirkeluten
Group
Avg. price/night: US$107.68
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,660 reviews
Highly recommend. Friendly staff, great location, very clean. Lovely breakfast. Really well organised.
Guest review by
Marie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$158.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,540 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$88.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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