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Our top choices for San Ysidro hostels

Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (950 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
$54 nightly
The price is $61
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel
Property entrance

2. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (729 reviews)
"Super great value, for people looking to stay for cheap, & for people not from the US who are looking to bond with others that are staying with them"
United States
Andrew
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Exterior

3. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (246 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
$89 nightly
The price is $100
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Interior

4. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (690 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
$119 nightly
The price is $136
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Gaslamp Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite (Shared Bathroom) | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, paper towels

5. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (66 reviews)
"Restrooms were disgusting, showers were clean they were nice , the room smelled funky a little like urine , had an issue with last min charge the night before from a problem on their end . Overall like a 5 6 out of 10."
United States
Jacquelin
$94 nightly
The price is $107
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
La Ventana
Lobby sitting area

6. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (588 reviews)
"Short walk to beach and anything else you want to do!!!!"
United States
linda
$66 nightly
The price is $74
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Exterior

7. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (416 reviews)
"The rooms are clean, the staff is helpful, and the place is in the center of downtown, so you can easily access all the major museums and places to visit."
Canada
Marcelo
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
Terrace/patio

8. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (280 reviews)
"Staff is extremely nice, and it’s affordable."
United States
Jama
$81 nightly
The price is $92
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel on 3rd
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

9. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"Great people"
United States
Jose
$122 nightly
The price is $138
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
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Top San Ysidro Hotel Reviews

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in/out. Pleasant staff. Buffet breakfast just okay. More options should be offered."
Liza 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Find out more about San Ysidro

San Ysidro Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,324
Accommodation
15 Hostels
Lowest Price
$61
Highest Price
$138

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Ysidro?
Our travelers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable rates: Handlery Hotel - 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from the heart of San Ysidro. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Best Western Seven Seas - 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the heart of San Ysidro. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from the heart of San Ysidro. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Ysidro?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for San Ysidro is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in San Ysidro?
Generally, San Ysidro is known for its restaurants, beaches, and cafes. Major attractions include Petco Park, San Diego Zoo, and Mission Bay. Get out into nature with places like Balboa Park, Rosarito Beach, and Imperial Beach. Cultural attractions include Centro Cultural Tijuana, North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.
What's the best way to get to and around San Ysidro while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Ysidro in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ), 4 mi (6.5 km) from the city center. An alternative is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), located 15.3 mi (24.7 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transit. Nearby metro stations include Beyer Blvd Trolley Station and San Ysidro Transit Center Station.

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