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Reviews of ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel San Diego This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

707 Reed Avenue, Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109, United States of America

#115 of 240 hotels in San Diego

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 655 hostel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.5

  • Comfort

    7.5

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: May 3, 2024

    7.0
    Perfect location right on pacific beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms are a bit old and tacky could do with a upgrade

    Location is great staff are really friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2024

    8.0
    Outdoor seating the overlooks the boardwalk and beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Just know that this is a "hostel" with that type of vibe. Not a "hotel". We had a private room with private toilet facilities, but the majority of the property is shared common areas.

    The location is very close to the beach. The staff was very kind and assisted with our revised reservation. The lower cost at this location is nice.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    7.0
    Music Rots the brain
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    MUSIC (NOISE)

    Breakfast was sufficient for sustenance

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    7.0
    Great place to stay overall
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Party vibe

    That it was right on the beach

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    9.0
    A totally delightful stay on the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    From the incredible beach location with hammocks on the deck and great restaurants next door to my cosy, comfy and creatively appointed private room and the helpful staff and hot breakfast: everything was a total delight. Thank you!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You should just improve some things in the rooms

    The hostel is really nice, the people and employees are cool and receptive!! The location is good, You should just improve some things in the rooms, like put more mirrors

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    8.0
    This location is amazing sand I would love to stay here any time
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Waking up and stepping out of my room, I had the most amazing view of the ocean and Pacific Beach pier.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 20, 2023

    9.0
    Very good, feels like home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a bit chilly in the rooms, but a sweater helped.

    Amazing staff and it’s right on the beach!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    8.0
    Perfect for what you need!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's in a perfect location right on the beach! Both the visitors and the staff were spot on! Helpful in any way they could be. Great price, would recommend

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2023

    9.0
    Good price and great/busy location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Quiet times are not followed or "enforced". I've had other hostels do a better job at ensuring quiet times are followed and respected by all travelers. Cat roaming free in the room and on the beds (It's the hostels cat). Note: I'm sure they would have done something about it if I said I did not like cats or prefer not having one around, but I'm not afraid or allergic to cats, so I didn't bother bringing it up. Also, if you like cats I guess this might be a plus to you. The rest of the stuff I "did not like" I expected since it is a hostel such as (number of people in room, snoring, ...). But still fine for the the price. Note: they have a sign that say you can ask to switch rooms if your roommate snores and they offer earplugs for free.

    Location: - beach right there (nice view from the balcony as well). - busy area. - bunch of food options. Volleyball (played everyday with other travelers and staff from the hostel). Breakfast: you can make your own eggs and pancakes Price Offering to change your room if someone snores (have not tried it only saw the sign). They also offer free earplugs. Free towels.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 28, 2023

    9.0
    recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    how small the bedroom was. you have to pay for parking

    the view was amazin on the beach! Good meet ups and activities.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom was clogged, the restroom wasn't very clean

    The location, the staff, the environment

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 24, 2023

    8.0
    Beach hostel for adventurous people!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I wish the bunk beds had things like curtains or privacy screens, and shelves with outlets, like I've seen at other hostels. Also, the bathroom in our 8 bed women's room was a traditional bathroom, so if someone was taking a shower or was in there a long time, you had to go downstairs and hope the one off the deck was open. In other hostels, they have toilet stalls and shower stalls so that there is more availability.

    It is RIGHT on the beach which is what drew me to this hostel. I stayed in the 8 bed women's room, and because it is upstairs in the back, it was a pretty quiet room - probably the best location for me. I did wear earplugs to sleep since I tend to go to bed pretty early. There are daily events which are fun, and the deck is great - hammocks and couches, and there is always fun music playing and people hanging out. They also have beach chairs and stuff to borrow which was awesome. I went to Heart Yoga in nearby Mission Beach for beach yoga and it was lifechanging.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2023

    7.0
    Come here if only care about the location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Restrooms are too old and look nasty, beds are not solid, common areas smell

    Mainly the location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was very nice as well as the atmosphere. Good people around. The bed was comfortable. The location.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This hostel is great for the location and meeting people. The rooms are as clean as they can be taking in the factor that the beach is on the door step. Free breakfast is great and they have lots of activity options if you are travelling alone

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2023

    9.0
    Always amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wish the beds were less squeaky.

    My favorite place to stay in San Diego. Staff is always fantastic and treats every guest like family. Always great vibes and great people from all around to make the experience more than memorable!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    8.0
    We had a really great experience staying here and had so much fun!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It could have been a little cleaner, but we also understand that it’s by the beach and lots of people living in a small space.

    The location was great and the people and staff there are so nice! We had such a great time.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2023

    8.0
    Overall nice experience after we moved upstairs to a quieter room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The first night was very loud in the common area adjacent to our private room. Partying went in till 3am so wife and i werent able to sleep.

    Staff was very accomodating. Bianca and Michael in particular

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2023

    8.0
    Fun.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights

    This is a great little spot for anyone looking to stay in a great space. The beach is right at your front door, and it's a fun place. It's definitely a place people have fun at, so it may not be a perfect fit for an older crowd, but the staff is super friendly, helpful and you can see how much they care about each other. They bring that care to the people there.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 24, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Too much noise

    Location and breakfast mostly

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2023

    9.0
    Best hostel location around San Diego.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

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    After more than 15 years back in this outstanding hostel. It is not only the location - at the beach, ocean / sunset view included - what makes this hostel so cool. Friendly and helpful staff and volunteers :-) - pancakes, eggs and coffee provided for breakfast. Good vibes and programme every day. Good facilities, restaurants, shopping closeby.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    7.0
    I enjoyed my stay. I had some problems with the door and the card, but it happens.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The door and the card had a problem

    The location right in front of the beach

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 12 Bed Mixed Dorm with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kool place

    Stayed in July 2023

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