Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Property class: 2

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An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by tropical plants and artwork.
A two-story building with a colorful facade, a large peace sign above the entrance, and a pink picket fence in front.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a framed artwork of a turtle, and a trash bin.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a plant, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
$69 nightly
The current price is $78 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

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4961 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA, 92107
  • Place, Ocean Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Farmers Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dog Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Private Queen Room with Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dorm

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dorm

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Private 6-Bed Dorm

  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Private 4-Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

2 Beds in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 Beds in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 216 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 Beds in 8-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Point Loma), Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel is within a 10-minute drive of Mission Bay and Balboa Park. .This hostel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Mission Beach and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from USS Midway Museum.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean Beach Farmers Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean Beach Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dog Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sunset Cliffs Natural Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wonderland Ocean Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hodad's Ocean Beach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪OB Surf Lodge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel offers 22 accommodations with hair dryers and ceiling fans. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 85-2168898

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Samesun Ocean Beach
Samesun Ocean Hostel San Diego
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel San Diego
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 626 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 626 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 626 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 626 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 626 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were helpful, and parking in the area was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff Always look forward to staying here
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location Always clean and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Busy and fun place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is very organized, they have everything you need and people were so kind!!! Also very well located. Best hostel ever
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff were very helpful; I really liked it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic I loved it here great vacation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never stayed in a hostel before and I have to say that this one sends it out of the park. The Staff get n automatic 10/10, all the way around. The hostel itself is also top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, clean and nice people!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hostel.....Less than 2 blocks to beach with fun shops, bars and restaurants all around and within walking distance... The patio is spacious and fun social!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place, great staff, close to beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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amazing staff , very clean ,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really clean, beautiful, the staff were so helpful. 10/10 would recommend. I felt safe, the kitchen and bathrooms were great. Make sure you are there for the Wednesday evening farmers market!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying there and it was better than the first. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were top notch. And the location was spot on with so many restaurants and the beach. 10/10.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a pleasant stay here my favorite hostel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really modern & overall clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very well kept and the staff were very professional, polite, and very friendly and helpful. Kudos to them! I wouldn’t change anything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
always a great spot to stay at. awesome location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean space, and super convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Staff was friendly and I slept very well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, safe, and welcoming. We had a private room and enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026