HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property

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Property entrance
Hallway
Interior detail
Front of property
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • 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.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Private Double Room Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Private Double Room

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

Private Quad Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Private Single Bunk Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

This smoke-free hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
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 an iron/ironing board can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Petco Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus concierge services and laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a computer, laundry facilities and multilingual staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center
As a guest of HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel, you'll find a library, a vending machine, and an arcade/games 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 common area.

This San Diego hostel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 aged 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests arriving after 10:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not accept 3rd party payment options for any bookings.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 695 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 695 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 695 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 695 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 695 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean, great location. Free coffee and tea and a good kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So far So good!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

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
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2/10 Terrible

Dr. Paulita

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff waas friendly howeve the facilities were not the greatest.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Reza

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

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
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10/10 Excellent

Alci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place good and comfortable My friends loved it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mikaela

Liked: Amenities
The location is amazing ! Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ac worked well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place super convenient and Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, clean, comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

damon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Very good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, will definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice convenient stay with fun activities inside
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tselmen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Vern

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
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for a hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was on vacation this is my favorite place and second time here at this hostel and I love it again ✨
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eunwanza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes it is IMMACULATE
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025