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ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Mission Beach in San Diego

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Shared kitchen facilities
Comfort Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3204 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Belmont Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 125 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Shared Dormitory (Female only) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory (Female only)

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 125 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

San Diego

Steps from the beach.A stay at this Mission Beach hostel places you steps from Belmont Park and a 5-minute walk from Mission Beach. Also, Mission and Pacific Beaches is within half a mile (1 km) and Pacific Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Belmont Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bahia Point Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mission Bay - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Sports Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ruriberto's Taco Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Draft Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Hostel near Mission Beach in San Diego
You can unwind with a drink at one of the 5 beach bars. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Diego hostel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 5 bars on the beach
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel offers 6 accommodations with ceiling fans. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 5 beach bars

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 88-2807694

Frequently asked questions

How close is ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel to the airport?

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel is 7.7 mi (20-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel on May 27, 2026 start from $162, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel.

How close is ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Mission Beach and 4-minute walk from Mission and Pacific Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel offer free breakfast?

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel have a pool?

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel does not have a pool.

Does ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel to downtown San Diego?

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel is 6.5 mi away from San Diego.

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 214 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a wonderful, clean, and authentic spot! The vibe is really friendly, intimate, comfortable, and safe. The host Reuben and other staff members genuinely care about your stay and do their best to make your experience memorable. Great breakfast, delicious coffee, thoughtful and deep conversations. Every night there’s an event going on, so you can have fun and meet other people. I learned salsa dancing and that my alter-ego was Tom Cruise! Location is perfect. The rooms and hostel itself aren’t extremely spacious, but after one night I realized there’s a charm in it: I felt grounded and cozy. If you’re really tall, you might hit someone’s legs from another bunk, but everyone is super relaxed and respectful. Must stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Prakhyath

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Staff was super friendly and very welcoming!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ka Lap Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and helpful staff that will make you feel at home!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

beth

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time in a hostal, and wasn't sure how it would go, so at forst, I had only booked one night, but I ended staying 4 days. The place was very clean. Everything in general was great! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I've stayed at this hostel twice now and have had a wonderful experience each time. The room is really cute (I've booked the private room) and the staff are friendly. The hostel is in a convenient location - if you're driving, there is free street parking in the area. I absolutely will plan to visit again next time I'm in SD.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saquib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and free parking available across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ric

From the welcoming vibe maintained by the manager Rueben & his awesome staff, to the cleanliness of this super-chill hostel it's no wonder it's one of the top places to stay in San Diego! And when you include the incredible location across from the Belmont Park Rollercoas
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was pretty amazing. I enjoyed meeting Reuben who was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dulce de la

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy ! They will treat you like family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armenthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff! A great place to stay to meet people and very close to the bus stop and many things. They host different events at the hostel to offer connections with others.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RODOLFO

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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis A

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very good time and stay. It was clean and felt safe!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hostel. Good stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming Place

It was comfortable and welcoming. The evening activity was karaoke and had a really welcoming and encouraging vibe. I enjoyed talking with the other guests from around the world. This hostel was mellow and I got a great night sleep. It was amazing to be able to walk to the beach! One downside is that you can’t park overnight in the Belmont lot across the street. I didn’t notice the signs and paid a hefty towing fee. My own fault.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashwath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025