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Featured Hostels in North Central San Diego

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2 out of 5
4961 Newport Ave San Diego CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$58 nightly
The price is $65 total per night
$65 total
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace and an ATM.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

2 out of 5
1455 Market St San Diego CA
$64 nightly
The price is $72 total per night
$72 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and access to locker space. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, an arcade/game room, and express check-out.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 out of 5
521 Market Street San Diego CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$80 nightly
The price is $91 total per night
$91 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2 out of 5
726 Fifth Ave San Diego CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$91 nightly
The price is $104 total per night
$104 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Gaslamp Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
La Ventana

La Ventana

2 out of 5
417 Market St San Diego CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$93 nightly
The price is $106 total per night
$106 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
La Ventana features free WiFi in public areas and a water dispenser.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

2 out of 5
615 8th Avenue San Diego CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$76 nightly
The price is $87 total per night
$87 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Lucky D's Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with access to locker space, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2 out of 5
3204 Mission Blvd San Diego CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night
$124 total
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd

1 out of 5
542 3rd avenue San Diego CA
$72 nightly
The price is $82 total per night
$82 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at Hostel on 3rd enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a convenience store. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2 out of 5
3790 Udall St San Diego CA
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night
$89 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a hair salon.
Pool
Breakfast included
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Hotel Options in North Central San Diego

    DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

    DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

    11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
    $99 nightly
    The price is $113 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
    $113 total
    Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
    Total with taxes and fees
    8.2/10 Very Good! (1,887 reviews)
    Sheraton San Diego Resort

    Sheraton San Diego Resort

    1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
    $138 nightly
    The price is $158 total per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
    $158 total
    Dec 22 - Dec 23
    Total with taxes and fees
    8.2/10 Very Good! (3,155 reviews)
    The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

    The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

    1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
    $112 nightly
    The price is $130 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
    $130 total
    Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
    Total with taxes and fees
    8.8/10 Excellent! (745 reviews)

Hostels

Book a hostel in North Central San Diego
Life is an adventure, and you can experience it all—without breaking the bank. Don’t ignore your free spirit when you travel: stay spontaneous with hostels in North Central San Diego. They’re flexible, fun and never have a dull moment, just like you. Plus, the budget friendly nature of a hostel means you can stay longer and check out everything North Central San Diego has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at North Central San Diego hostels. Backpackers, students, and young travelers flock to hostels for their community feel. They’re a great place to meet fellow travel junkies from all over the world and make new friends that will help you get the most out of North Central San Diego.

Hostels let you really see North Central San Diego
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in North Central San Diego. Some include private rooms, while others offer double beds or bunk beds, so your whole crew can split the cost. If you’re traveling alone, hostels are the perfect way to find your North Central San Diego family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.  

Youth hostels in North Central San Diego are the best way to see the sights without losing your savings. Perks can include free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and options for private rooms and bathrooms. Some hostels also include common areas where you can cook and share meals together, reheat leftovers, or just gather around to swap stories. The manager is likely a local who will be able to suggest new spots in North Central San Diego for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. North Central San Diego isn’t going to explore itself.

North Central San Diego Hostels essential information

Accommodation
14 Hostels
Lowest Price
$65
Highest Price
$158
Popular accommodation
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel, Stay Classy Hostel, HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel, Gaslamp Hostel, La Ventana, Lucky D's Hostel, ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel, Hostel on 3rd, California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

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