ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

The staff was incredible very upbeat and happy. I was traveling with my two children and they were so kind and friendly to my children as well. We've been here before and my kids requested to come back. They made my stay Go from good to incredible. I've never felt so welcomed and look after in such a busy area where they don't tend to care about the customer. They had accommodations to go to the beach so I didn't have to rent the things they had a great area to sit and lounge and most of all the people that I met there their staff was incredible. Honestly I can't say enough good things about this place highly recommend 11 out of 10 I would rate it that easily and will be coming back here next year with my kids again. Also the fact that it's right on the beach for the price point you can't beat it and there's tons of restaurants all within a 30 second walking distance. Ruben the supervisor was incredible he was constantly checking on us and making sure we had everything we needed and we're comfortable. He was also super friendly with my children and was beyond what I expected from a supervisor at hotel. I didn't feel like another customer I felt like family. Thank you again to everybody at ITH for making our vacation an incredible one We will love to see you again next year and can't wait to be coming back.

It was my first time staying in a hostel, and I don’t regret it. The people working at this hostel were kind, friendly, and helpful. The common areas were cleaned daily and everything was very clean. I also joined the Sunset Yoga program. Thank you, Amanda, for this amazing experience. The location was also great — there’s a bus stop for bus number 8 right across from the hostel. I used this bus to get wherever I needed to go. The beach was just a few steps away on foot. If I ever get the chance to come back, I already know where I’ll be staying.

A hostel right where you need it, a 2-minute walk from Mission Beach, numerous restaurants, Starbucks, souvenir stores and Belmont Park. Plenty of free public parking around the hostel. Entrance to the hostel and room is secured by a code. Although very small, the hostel has beautiful, spacious private and comfy rooms (which we had), dormitories, a lounge, a mini patio and a very small self-service kitchen. Respect for nighttime quiet is one of the guests' top priorities. In fact, most of them seem to be workers, not tourists, so they need a good night sleep. The downside is that the common areas are really small and you end up stepping on each other. Also, a little dusting could go a long way. Alex and the "long red hair lady" were friendly with us (the other staff members, not that much!!). What's more, Alex accepted my small Amazon packets a few days before our arrival. Last but not least, the hostel offers a copious and tasty breakfast. Hotel room price is right for the area.

Everything about this hostel was amazing. Reuben, the manager, went above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome and comfortable, such a great vibe! The whole place is spotless, seriously one of the cleanest hostels I’ve ever seen. The location is perfect and there are always fun activities going on, which makes it super easy to meet people. I’ll 100% stay here again next time I’m in San Diego!

I had an amazing stay at this hostel! The atmosphere was super friendly and perfect for meeting fellow travelers from all over the world. The common areas were clean, cozy, and well-designed. The staff was incredible—always smiling, helpful, and full of great local tips. The beds were comfortable, the rooms well-kept, and everything was well-organized. I felt right at home and would 100% recommend this place to anyone. I’ll definitely come back!