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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. The inclusion and friendliness of many people included staff.

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9
Superb
1,659 reviews
Price from
£31
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 love the hostel, it is very clean. Everyone has own privacy as they have the curtain for each bed. No bunks. That is great. Staff is helpful. Location is close to the gas lamp area which is about 10 minutes walking distance. Away from bar noise, a very good common area to meet and talk with someone else. The only thing I hope they can stress on is to ensure every new comer to be emphasized that they should not have phone conversation loudly during quiet time, my last night there was unhappy because of such guy and could not sleep until midnight!

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9
Superb
1,046 reviews
Price from
£40
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. Very friendly atmosphere. Allowed late check-in. Great price for the services.

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10
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£31
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. The hosts are incredibly charming. Everything was perfect. We really enjoyed the stay! Thanks for your hospitality.

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9
Superb
78 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

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. Vortex, the coolest place where to be in Venice

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9.9
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
£106
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. The people attending and housekeepers 12/10

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8.4
Very good
3,123 reviews
Price from
£31
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. friendly staff, clean bathroom, location, feeling safe to stay

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8.6
Fabulous
1,702 reviews
Price from
£40
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. First of all, the staff were SO NICE! Very helpful and accommodating, gave great recommendations - upon arrival I received many pins on my Google Maps. When I needed a room change due to having to complete some work (would rather work on a desk in the hostel) - they happily helped me and charged the difference. The kitchen is great, free tea and coffee, clean, the hostel itself is super cozy.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,569 reviews
Price from
£41
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. Facility, views, breakfasts, coziness

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8.3
Very good
1,669 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

ITH Adventure Hostel San Diego 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. The volunteers all were very kind and they are doing an amazing job in keeping the house clean. The beds are comfortable and the house is nicely done up.

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8.2
Very good
1,053 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

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