Find Cheap Hostels in San Diego

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. We’ve heard good things about the zoo, waterfront, and other attractions in this destination.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking: HI San Diego Downtown - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Park and Market Trolley Station and Gaslamp Quarter Station. Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, desks, and bed sheets. Stay Classy Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Park and Market Trolley Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. You’ll find towels, showers, and lockers in all rooms. Gaslamp Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue Station and Civic Center Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers, and lockers in all rooms. Samesun Ocean Beach - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms. PodShare San Diego - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of County Center - Little Italy Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and air conditioning. Rooms come with lockers and bed sheets.

If you’re searching for an affordable place to stay in San Diego, one of Expedia’s 15 hostels might be a great choice.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 58°F. Average annual precipitation for San Diego is 10 inches.

In general, San Diego is known for its museums, beaches, and theaters. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Mission Beach. Get out into nature with places like Balboa Park, Waterfront Park, and Harbor Island. Cultural attractions include USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and San Diego Air and Space Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around San Diego in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Civic Center Station, 5th Avenue Station, and City College Trolley Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at San Diego Santa Fe Depot, Old Town Transit Center, or San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station.