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Samesun Ocean Beach 2 stars

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach offers 2-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides an ATM, and luggage storage for guests.

Ocean Beach is 300 metres from the hostel, while Sunset Cliffs Beach is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 6 km from Samesun Ocean Beach. It is about 10m from the airport, it is very clean and it has a great atmosphere.

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9
Superb
1,670 reviews
Price from
US$40.53
per night

Stay Classy

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Stay Classy is well located in the centre of San Diego, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is located 1.4 km from San Diego Convention Center, 2.8 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 3.1 km from USS Midway Museum. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hostel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. I really dislike staying at hostels, but this place really has exceeded my expectations, it has privacy, the facilities are really nice and clean for a hostel. Staff is super friendly and helpful. I have enjoyed my stay and would definitely come back.

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9
Superb
1,051 reviews
Price from
US$57.18
per night

Roomi

Koreatown, Los Angeles

Conveniently situated in the Koreatown district of Los Angeles, Roomi is located 4.9 km from Staples Center, 4.9 km from Microsoft Theater and 5.5 km from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA. The property is situated 5.7 km from Petersen Automotive Museum, 6.2 km from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and 6.5 km from Capitol Records Building. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

California Science Center is 6.9 km from the hostel, while LA Memorial Coliseum is 7.2 km away. The nearest airport is Hawthorne Municipal Airport, 17 km from Roomi. big house, a lot of travelers, free breakfast (bread, nutella, oats, pancakes) + friendly staff. i was lil bit worry to book bc of amount of reviews but im glad i did! very good for the money.

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9.5
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
US$40.35
per night

Bodhi House, Joshua Tree National Park

Twentynine Palms

Situated in Twentynine Palms, 8.8 km from Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail, Bodhi House, Joshua Tree National Park features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 22 km from Arch Rock Trailhead, 23 km from Skull Rock and 29 km from Pine City. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. I had a really good time at Bodhi’s House, the hosts were very welcoming and the house is peaceful and quiet, it is a really nice place to work remotely. It was also really close to the north entrance of Joshua Tree NP, but a little away from the city center (which was not a problem to me). My room was really cosy and quiet too and the bed was comfy. I had an amazing time here! Thank you!

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9
Superb
78 reviews

Ocean Front Vortex Female Hostel private rooms Free bikes

Venice Beach, Los Angeles

Located in Los Angeles, 300 metres from Venice Beach, Ocean Front Vortex Female Hostel private rooms Free bikes provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Each room is equipped with a patio. Fantastic spot to stay at when traveling solo! Location is right by the Venice beach and the area is safe, the room has access to private bathroom, heater and is tidy and clean - haven’t heard much outside noise either. Gary is a terrific host, makes you feel very welcomed and comfortable

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9.9
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
US$133.65
per night

Samesun San Francisco 2 stars

Marina District, San Francisco

Located within 2.6 km of Crissy Field East Beach and less than 1 km of Ghirardelli Square, Samesun San Francisco provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in San Francisco. This 2-star hostel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.9 km from Coit Tower. Great location and beautiful 😍 rooms

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8.4
Very good
3,160 reviews
Price from
US$39.35
per night

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 3.3 km from Balboa Park, 5 km from San Diego Zoo and 7 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The property is 10 km from University of San Diego and 11 km from SeaWorld San Diego. Very nice building, big comfortable sleeping place and soft bed sheets, from all hostels I’ve been in this one is top! Enough space in room, no tight feeling. Sleeping was really super-comfortable

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8.6
Fabulous
1,706 reviews
Price from
US$50.39
per night

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 1 km away, while Capitol Records is 1.4 km away.

Melrose Avenue is 2.3 km from the hostel, while Universal Studios Hollywood is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 11 km from the property. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is 4 minutes' walk from the property. It was in a very neat house with many areas for chilling! Super close to Hollywood Boulevard and quiet enough to enjoy some down time away from the noise. Pedro was so helpful and happy to give us tips around the area.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,578 reviews
Price from
US$51.98
per night

HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel 1 stars

Marina District, San Francisco

Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this Fisherman’s Wharf hostel features free WiFi throughout the property. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests and daily activities are offered.

Shared bathroom facilities are offered for both dormitory-style guest rooms and private guest rooms at HI San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf Hostel. Towels and linens are provided. 5 minutes walk from Ghiradelli square Nice quiet place. It's in the middle of the park so you always have to be careful in SF at night time. Nice view over the Golden Gate Bridge

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8.3
Very good
1,680 reviews
Price from
US$33.14
per night

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel 2 stars

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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 activities. Great breakfast and very friendly staff. We were able to leave the bags in the morning before check-in, and also pick them up later after check-out time, which is really useful if traveling by train/bus.

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8.2
Very good
1,053 reviews
Price from
US$45.81
per night

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