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Hostels in La Mesa

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (366)
"My stay was awesome"
United States
Fred
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (643)
"Lots of value for the price, and a great Gaslamp District location "
United States
John
The price is SAR 318
SAR 362 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (201)
"The house is very Nice & relaxing - location's Amazingly quiet, perfect for a relaxing getaway - the volunteer staff are Wonderfully accommodating - make you feel at home 🙂"
United States
Edward
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (778)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (201)
"great location and free parking available across the street. "
United States
Saquib
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (533)
"Never had this much fun in time of a simple night stay! Great accessibility as well. "
United States
Dulce de la
Gaslamp Hostel

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (121)
"I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here"
United States
Maddy
The price is SAR 454
SAR 512 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (254)
"Everyone was so cool and welcoming"
United States
noah
The price is SAR 304
SAR 343 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (369)
"Great location in the middle of the chaotic Gaslamp district "
United States
Rasa
The price is SAR 328
SAR 373 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Lucky D's Hostel

Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.2 out of 10, (229)
"It is a great spot the location couldn’t have been better. Staff were helpful and I had no issues with the room. It was quiet enough with the other guests present. Awesome bang for your buck!"
Canada
Scott
Hostel on 3rd

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (85)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel

La Ventana

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.8 out of 10, (35)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
The price is SAR 265
SAR 468 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
La Ventana

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (396)
"It was a nice stay. Comfortable room"
United States
Ivan
The price is SAR 383
SAR 435 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

RK Hostel San Diego

1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (289)
"Everything was great."
United States
Carol
The price is SAR 132
SAR 150 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
RK Hostel San Diego
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Top La Mesa Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in La Mesa?
You may like the room rates at this top accommodation in the surrounding area, which gets good reviews from our travelers: Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton - 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from the heart of La Mesa. Located within a 20-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in La Mesa?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for La Mesa is 12 inches.
What is there to see and do in La Mesa?
Generally, La Mesa is known for its many birds, restaurants, and flowers. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Petco Park, and Port of San Diego. Get out into nature with places like Balboa Park, Mission Bay, and Waterfront Park. Cultural attractions include Computer Museum of America, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater, and The Magnolia.
What's the best way to get to and around La Mesa while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in La Mesa on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), 4.9 mi (7.8 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), situated 7.5 mi (12.1 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Walk to nearby metro stations like La Mesa Boulevard Station, Spring St Trolley Station, and 70th St. Trolley Station.