I needed a quick place to stay near the beach to run my 5K and grabbed a room here at California…read moreDreams. I don't mind staying in hostels and was able to get one of their private rooms. There are also dorm rooms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms. The common area is nice with a large couch, a kitchen for cooking and storing food and a TV. Pacific Beach is a few steps away with plenty of dining options around. I had a nice time here. You can't beat the price to stay so close to the ocean. The staff was great and gave me a tour of the facility when I arrived. You can rent equipment like surfboards, bikes, skateboards, beach towels, etc from the front office. California Dreams has everything you need to make your beach experience fun. They also run a coffee shop outside in the mornings.

I arrived with an 11pm checkin. I left with an 8am checkout. I just wanted somewhere safe and cheap…read moreto stay at during comic con. Everything went beyond smoothly. The room was very quiet. I was first in bathroom when I woke up, so no issues using the bathroom. I slept very well. Woke up twice in the middle of the night, but I'm a light sleeper. Heard light snoring in middle of night. The staff was very friendly. Asked purpose of visit. Fully explained all amenities. Gave complimentary ear plugs. I was a little worried about finding parking at 11pm. But there were a ton of spaces everywhere. I would definitely come back here again.

First time staying at a hostel. Lots to like about this place, friendly staff, daily activities,…read moreeverything was functional. It's not a 5-star hotel and it's a well used hostel, but the price was right and the experience talking to people from around the world there unbeatable. There's also free cook your own breakfast. The only downside is the same for any communal living place, people coming and going while you're trying to sleep, some pot smoking (no smoking in the hostel but if people smoke outside, you can smell it when the window are open), etc. still I had a great time. Highly recommend.

I stayted all hostels around Downtown San Diego and I can say this hostel is the best!!! This is my…read morefirst choice when I travel to San Diego. Location: heart of Little Italy, so many restaurant, few minutes walking to trolley station, walking to habor, easy to connect anywhere you want to go. Price: it will be cheaper if you book online and price will change everyday depend on seasons. Probably more expensive but not much compare to another hostel around but it deserved because the room and your bed absolutely better. Room and bed: clean, very comfortable, they clean every day after check out time 11am, and then they always check and clean bathroom many time on the day. They have so many bathroom, so I never wait when I need to use. Kitchen: big with all stuffs you need for cooking, coffee, tea, water alway ready to serve you for free. They have breakfast every morning at 7am to 9am with sandwich, eggs, bananas, pancake that make by yourself. Customer service: Thank you very much for treat me like home during my staying time here. I lived here over 2 months for working travelling so I know all of employees here. They are very friendly and helpful. They host a lot of activities during a week. It will great if you are solo traveler and want to make new friends around the worlds. Thank you again for all, I truly have good time when I stayed at ITH hostel! Very high recommend for all travellers!!!

Least expensive hostel in San Diego…read more Close to almost everything. Also, a short trolley ride to Little Italy as well as a WeWork for digital nomads.

When me an my brother got there. It was was a four man room the room smelled and was a mess. My…read morebrother cause of his leg needed a bottom bunk. The didn't want to move the other guy so my brother can have the bottom bunk. The staff were rude and wanted to charge me extra to move us to a different room so we can have bottom bunk. And said we can't just come in here and demand bottom bunk and asked if we had doctors note We won't be staying here no more unhappy customers

I've stayed at several hostels throughout Southern California. Samesun Ocean Beach is by far one of…read morethe better ones I've booked. . After staying downtown all weekend, I wanted a more quiet and calm spot for my last night in SD. I booked through Priceline and prepaid my stay for the night at $41 in an all female 6-bed dorm. Mark greeted me upon my arrival early Sunday evening. He was kind, professional and informative. We actually are both from the same home state, coincidentally. After checking me in, he gave me a tour. . The place is huge and very clean. Very much donned in a surfer bohemian aesthetic. They have surfboards for rent, but extra towels, blankets and yoga mats are free to use at will. There's a tv room that leads to the courtyard/lounge and kitchen areas. Plenty of seating either on small tables, benches or the patio couches. There's also a hammock, a front porch with swing chairs, a bar, & vending machines. A couple of clear door fridges are in the lounge area and duplicate in the kitchen. There are top left shelves designated to abandoned foods that are up for grabs. The kitchen is like an island surrounded by the lounge, courtyard and downstairs dorm hall. This arrangement allows the kitchen to remain open 24 hours as the dorm hall side is closed off with a sliding door. Most hostels close their kitchen at night to not disturb other guests, but this is most convenient. They also offer free tea accesible 24 hours and free breakfast from 7am-9am. . There are several single occupancy restrooms and two communal ones designated for men and women. My room was tight quarters, but overall functional. There's a nook with an overhead light next to the bed and adjacent to an outlet. The room has a big window which my fellow roomies did the right thing and opened it wide. The room also has a mirror vanity and sink which was helpful if I didn't want to go out to the hall to use the restroom. The sheets were clean, smelled phreshly washed and the blanket was thick and warm. . It's also not far from downtown. I commuted there via the trolley and the bus which took about 45 minutes. You can cheat the system and take an Uber part of the way to or from Old Town (the bus leg of the trip). I would definitely stay here again and hope to have more time in Ocean Beach. There are many restaurants, cafes and shops nearby and literally steps from the water. If you need quality accommodations, in a great location on a budget, Samesun will get the job done! . Sidenote: There are only stairs inside and outside of the building.

I had never been to a hostel before. None the less stayed at one. I'm a female. I was alone in a…read morebusiness trip. I was truthfully very scared to make this decision, but it ended up being the best one ever. If I ever stay in San Diego for work again, it'll be here. It felt like I was in college again! I felt safe. I felt secure. The environment was SO welcome and friendly. The staff were extremely helpful. The location is unbeatable. I went to the beach to watch the sunset every night. Then I went back and got work done in the common area while eating dinner. The rooms and bathrooms were clean. Yeah, I was in the top bunk of a tiny bed. With 6 other girls. But they were super respectful. It was quiet. Charging plugs attached to the bed. For what you pay, it's so worth it. Hostels aren't for everyone I'm sure, but I had such a wonderful experience. I can't wait to go back!

Vibes here are absolutely immaculate. I did not expect to enjoy this place as much as I did…read more I've only stayed in one other hostel before--a hostel in Zurich, Switzerland--so it was hard not to compare the two experiences. This hostel sits right on the beach and boardwalk and is known for its lively, social atmosphere. I was originally hoping for something a bit more peaceful and restful, but I ended up loving the energy. In terms of cleanliness, it doesn't quite measure up to my experience in Zurich. However, that shortcoming is easily overshadowed by the incredible ambiance and stunning location. The sound of the ocean waves alone is enough to melt away stress. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by friendly faces. The hostel feels like one giant living room filled with friends from all over the world. Conversations happen naturally, and everyone seems relaxed, welcoming, and carefree. It's genuinely amazing how easy it is to connect with people despite language barriers or age differences. The accommodations themselves are simple--basic bunk beds and shared bathrooms--but comfortable and clean enough. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves and waking up to a cool ocean breeze was pure bliss. If you're looking for luxury, this probably isn't the place. But if you're looking for atmosphere, community, and an unbeatable beachfront experience, it's hard to beat.

Sergio, Stephanie , Sami and Victor had the best hospitality ever and made my San Diego trip epic!…read moreI will definitely come back again. I travel a lot, and this is by far the best hostel I've ever stayed at!

Stayed here for a birthday weekend and it was such a great experience. The hosts were super…read morefriendly and generous.

This was my first time ever staying at a hostel and I had a wonderful experience. At first I was…read moreworried about my items being stolen because u never know with living with strangers, but coming here and meeting everyone and checking out the vibe made me more confident. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming, got to meet people from all over the world and experience new cultures. Great place to vibe and smoke a joint. 420 friendly!!! Overall great place with great vibes... will definitely be coming again soon :)

You can't beat the location. Right on the beach, wonderful sea breeze, good food nearby and…read moreconvenient walks. Perfect for relaxation. The staff are accommodating and helpful. I've been coming for years and wouldn't change anything about it.

We have been coming to the beach cottages every summer since I was a baby. This place is hands down…read moreTHE BEST. It may not be the most updated hotel on the boardwalk, but it has everything you need. The staff is always welcoming, the house keeping staff are friendly and trustworthy, the parking lot is gated and secured by a guard throughout the day, the rooms are always clean the grounds are well maintained, and after all the years of being loyal visitors, we have yet to experience anything negative at this property. I love that the grounds are secure and you can allow your children to go into the courtyard area and play the provided games with peace of mind- knowing that they'll be safe. They provide tons of outdoor seating options and grills for tenants, which makes cooking a breeze. In order to enter from the beach/boardwalk, you must have a room key to enter the premises- another awesome perk. This keeps all the riff-raft out of the area. &At night, they also require a room key to enter through the front of the building- which is a newer feature, and much appreciated. You can leave your beach toys & chairs outside your room without worrying about someone coming to steal it. We have locked our bikes up downstairs in the courtyard area & nobody messes with them. This is such a great place to stay & an amazing tradition that our family has. We look forward to our visit every May!

Went to San Diego for a job and knew that I was going to be working 10 hour days. So basically I…read moreneeded a place to hold my clothing, shower and sleep. Lucky D's Hostel was perfect with its location (very central in Downtown San Diego), colorfulness and artsiness. It was my first time at a hostel and it was fun. The receptionist/concierge was friendly and informative. They have theme night mixers like wine night & ice cream party. The receptionist gave me a key card and walked me to my room. He opened the door and it was a calming turquoise room with two sets of bunk beds. There is four built in lockers to hold your things. You can bring your own lock and towel (which I did) or rent one from Lucky D's. The first night there was 3 of us sharing the room. Cool roommates. I explored the different floors of the hostel In the morning there is a continental breakfast in the kitchen. I had tea, little oranges and a bagel with cream cheese and jelly. The guests at the hostel were friendly and nice. Having to share a bathroom and shower with everyone per floor was actually easy and never a long wait. You could also go up or down a floor to see if any were available. Great place. I'll definitely reserve a bunk bed again.

Good location, but it ends there. It is in the gas lamp so know that the area is more of the…read moreparty/bar area and there's unhoused outside. They won't bother you, just know be cautious. You climb to the second floor and that is where reception is. They close from 2am-7am so most of the time someone is there. The bad was the third floor and part of the fourth was under construction. The horrible was even with six toilets for three floors, only two worked. You had at least 30 people fighting for two working toilets on a weekend. There was a line for quite a while. Showers were okay, no soap so bring your own or hit CVS. The free breakfast was okay, bagels and cereal from 8-10. No community vibe, but that is pretty much every US hostel, just a basic place to sleep. There was a massive moth in our room that we had to get out. Overhead fan, but with an ac unit we could not use.