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HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel near Petco Park in San Diego

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Lobby sitting area
Hallway
Front of property
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Hallway

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaport Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Double Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Quad Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Single Bunk Room

Private Single Bunk Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

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

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About the area

San Diego

Heart of San Diego.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hostel, you'll find Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of San Diego - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Park and Market Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barleymash - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪American Junkie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tivoli Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

Hostel near Petco Park in San Diego
As a guest of HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel, you'll find a library, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area.

This San Diego hostel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel offers 48 accommodations with air conditioning. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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. No onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property does not accept 3rd party payment options for any bookings.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hostelling Hostel San Diego International Downtown
Hostelling International San Diego Downtown
Hostelling International San Diego Downtown Hostel
Hostel HI San Diego Downtown
HI San Diego Downtown
Hi Diego Downtown Hostel Diego
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel San Diego
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel to the airport?

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel is 3.3 mi (16-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 HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel?

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel on Mar 16, 2026 start from CA $129, excluding 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 HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel.

How close is HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 8.3 mi (20-min drive) from Mission Beach and 4.8 mi (17-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel offer free breakfast?

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel have a pool?

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel to downtown San Diego?

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel is 0.3 mi away from San Diego.

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 662 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Second time staying here, always a great experience and best location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Space was as expected, actually a good looking hostel. The noise was hard due to the central location. Aside from that can't beat the price or location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing customer service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people working here, my room and bathroom were nice. It’s in a great location, so I always stay here when visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

damon, Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Very good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of value for the price, and a great Gaslamp District location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eriq

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eriq

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher, San Diego

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bed wasn't cleaned, they gave me another one in the same room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keiran

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time in Hostel ! it was great !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

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

10/10 Excellent

Dandy A

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

8/10 Good

Vern

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Old building but every thing works, nice kitchen; clean sheets and bathrooms, quite serviceable. If you want fancy, the Westin is just up the street, $350 and up per nite
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in the gaslamp district. Easy and affordable for a quick weekend trip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moneca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lrenee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoy this property compared to the others due to the convenience. They provide damn near everything for their guest. The rooms are clean & spacious. The female host is always friendly. Just wish the process was a quicker to get checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Morresia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After being accused of theft my second booking was denied. Multiple people were let in without checking in. This property is racist and disgusting. There is constant noise such as slamming and loud music. The bathrooms are gross. There are perverts that attempt to open the bathroom while you're inside. I was hassled while checking in. The people at check in were rude. The windows stay open in the common area are always open. An old man recorded me in the kitchen area. The staff hate anyone who isn't Mexican. The rooms are gross and the a/c is always on. There is no security. The furniture is dirty and worn down. The areas on the second floor are creepy. There is an opening in the roof, so if it rains water falls through. There are openings in the floor and you can see down to the second floor from the third floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you. Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alci

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place good and comfortable My friends loved it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jose, Downey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is right in the heart of Gaslamp and located near all of the lively bars and restaurants. It's an easy 8 minute walk to Petco Park. Place is good for resting and showering and gets the job done. Has a cool game room with a pool table. I would recommend if you're planning on touring Gaslamp and want to be in the heart of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍👍
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025