Amazing--such a fabulous price for a place literally right on the beach. I think it's cleaner and more well-kept than most motels I've stayed in and way more interesting. Super friendly hosts, super friendly people. Will definitely stay here again if I'm out this way. The Pacific Beach area is great too--lots of really good local restaurants around every corner. I felt super safe traveling alone.
Hot tip: they said the parking was first-come-first-serve which led me to believe it was going to be a nightmare. So, like, yeah...you might not get a spot RIGHT by the hostel, but I never had any problem snagging a spot up to a few blocks away, even on Memorial Day weekend. There is a surprising amount of all-day/overnight parking in the area for a place with so many restaurants and bars. If you're used to city parking at any level, don't stress it.