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Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Located in San Diego and with Ocean Beach reachable within a 3-minute walk, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

M
Martin
From
Bulgaria
The best place I’ve ever been to!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,726 reviews
Price from
$77.85
1 night, 2 adults

ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Mission Beach, San Diego

Located in San Diego, within a 2-minute walk of Mission Beach and 2.3 miles of SeaWorld San Diego, ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

S
SERHAT
From
Turkey
Warm welcome, helpfulness, hospitality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Price from
$110.12
1 night, 2 adults

ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel

Financial District, San Francisco

Featuring a shared lounge and free WiFi, ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel is located in San Francisco, a 12-minute walk from Union Square and 0.8 miles from Moscone Center.

L
Luke
From
Panama
Great sense of community. Fantastic location in the heart of the city. I got sick on my last day staying here and Asad was amazing! Thank you so much guys for an amazing hostel experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 897 reviews
Price from
$111.30
1 night, 2 adults

Chapter San Francisco

Pacific Heights, San Francisco

Located in San Francisco and within a 17-minute walk of San Francisco City Hall, Chapter San Francisco features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

E
Esteban
From
Costa Rica
I loved the location, it was so closed to everything I went to! Lovely people and nice roommates who were respectful and friendly! It was always clean and did not find any issues 🩷 would definitely rebook when I go back to SF
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,369 reviews
Price from
$100
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun San Francisco

Marina District, San Francisco

Well located in the Marina District district of San Francisco, Samesun San Francisco is located 1.6 miles from Crissy Field East Beach, a 9-minute walk from Ghirardelli Square and 1.3 miles from...

B
BYP
From
Thailand
It was so much better than the hollywood one
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,339 reviews
Price from
$144.54
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.

E
Elisabetta
From
Italy
I really appreciated how helpful and kind the staff were. The hostel had all the facilities we needed — including kitchenware and laundry — and the friends I made there felt the same. The bed was comfortable, and having power outlets right next to it made charging my phone at night very convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,167 reviews
Price from
$163.98
1 night, 2 adults

Orange Drive Hostel

Hollywood, Los Angeles

Located within 4 minutes' walk from Dolby Theater, Orange Drive Hostel offers free WiFi . Entertainment venue the Hollywood Bowl is 0.6 mi away, while Capitol Records is 0.9 mi away.

I
Irvin
From
Qatar
I had a wonderful experience at this location! The staff were exceptionally friendly, making me feel welcome. The room was clean and well-presented, which added to my comfort. Additionally, the toilets were well-maintained and accessible for all users.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,785 reviews
Price from
$100
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Hollywood, Los Angeles

Banana Bungalow’s location is fantastic! Right in the heart of Hollywood and steps away from all the hotspots. You can see the HOLLYWOOD sign right from the courtyard.

E
Eyal (Tltboard)
From
Israel
Cool place, young vibes, great staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,290 reviews
Price from
$139.96
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Hollywood, Los Angeles

Located on Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame, Samesun Hollywood offers accommodations with free WiFi and a 24-hour reception. Guests have access to a shared kitchen and free continental breakfast.

N
Nikko
From
Philippines
The location is the best its located at the heart of Hollywood. I felt safe and very comfortable too. The staff were very nice and accomodating especially Tyler. Thank you so much bro! Appreciate you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,733 reviews
Price from
$69.30
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel

Marina District, San Francisco

Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this hostel in a waterfront park features free WiFi throughout the property. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests, and daily activities are offered.

A
Abdulbaki
From
Turkey
It was the greatest hostel I ever had stayed. Really good location very kind staff you can easily get socialized. Very close to golden bridge and fisherman’s wharf
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,615 reviews
Price from
$90
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: $118.56
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 669 reviews
This is truly a backpacker hostel and it's got all the things you might need if you're on the PCT or JMT. Plentiful hiker boxes, loner clothes, easy access to laundry and food, AC, wifi, etc. Super laid back, chill, and nice vibes.
Guest review byClara
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $84.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,729 reviews
I lived in the 4 bed female dormitory, it was comfortable and big. Good for cheap stay in a prime location. Also, they let me store my luggage for free which was great.
Guest review byShazia
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews
Great Location, very comfortable, felt safe
Guest review byJames
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $81.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 997 reviews
It’s been the best hostel I have stayed, it was really clean, the bed is comfortable and you have your own privacy. The common areas were great and they had everything you need. I also liked how the organize the food in the kitchen.
Guest review byIrene
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $121.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,785 reviews
This is by far the best hostel I've ever stayed. It's so clean, friendly and cosy and you can tell the staff take great pride in it. If you're looking for a quiet place in a great location look no further. I'd like to thank Pedro, Bea and all the staff who made my stay so memorable. Everyone was so friendly, cheerful and always willing to help. They made my stay so enjoyable and I can't thank them enough. Already looking forward to my next stay! :-)
Guest review bySzanya
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $270.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,339 reviews
Great location, safe neighbourhood and friendly staff.
Guest review byMary Grace
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $112.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,285 reviews
Samesun Venice Beach Hostel offers a convenient location just steps from Venice Beach. The friendly and helpful personnel make your stay enjoyable, and the affordable price is a great value for the area. Perfect for beach lovers looking for a budget-friendly option with excellent service.
Guest review byAlex
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $187.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4,948 reviews
It has a great location just two blocks from the beach and close to many restaurants. The hostel itself is on a creek with a great seating area.
Guest review byThomas
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 897 reviews
Great location, lots of daily activities and recommendations for things to do in the area. Something they do that I haven't seen any other hostel do is the bunk beds are attached to the walls. That means they don't move around or make a noise which is a big positive if you have a restless sleeper in the bed above or below you. Overall it is a quiet hostel during the night
Guest review byJeff
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,369 reviews
Fantastic hostel, felt very safe being on a female only floor and nice privacy with the bunker set ups. Staff were so friendly and welcoming, and overall great stay
Guest review byKayla
Solo traveler