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HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of Petco Park

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Experience the vibrant energy of San Diego at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel. Enjoy a continental breakfast, unwind in the garden or challenge yourself at the arcade/game room. With free WiFi, laundry facilities and helpful staff who left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Arcade/game room
The current price is CNY643
CNY732 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Private Double Room Ensuite

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

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Quad Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Private Single Bunk Room

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

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Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

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

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Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

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
  • Balboa Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 27 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 42 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 46 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 17 min drive
  • Park and Market Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • Convention Center Station - 7 min walk
  • Convention Center Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

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

About this property

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Also, Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Park and Market Trolley Station is 7 minutes and Convention Center Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

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

Does HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel?

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

What is there to do at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.

What's the area around HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel like?

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel is in Downtown San Diego, a short 7-minute walk from Park and Market Trolley Station and 6 minutes' walk from Petco Park.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Second time staying here, always a great experience and best location.
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean, great location. Free coffee and tea and a good kitchen.
Brenda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lots of value for the price, and a great Gaslamp District location
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice people working here, my room and bathroom were nice. It’s in a great location, so I always stay here when visiting.
Cindy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is amazing ! Great place to stay
Mikaela, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

very friendly staff!
Tselmen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A nice convenient stay with fun activities inside
Xavier, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Blanca, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff, clean and convenient location
WEI WEI, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Location- Super Clean - Friendly staff. Love Love Love
Tony, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hostel is well maintained with great breakfast lunch and dinner options nearby!
FRANCOISE, 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel ! Perfect location , very big community room , fun vibe , free coffee and basic breakfast. Good choice in terms of price / location / amenities for San Diego
Anna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location and easy to walk to nearby restaurants and areas. Very friendly staff.
Kristin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great, right in the middle of everything, but also can be a bit noisy. overall a great affordable option in SD.
Andres, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel in a great location!

Fantastic location in the center of the Gaslamp Quarter, friendly staff, clean and well-maintained facility.
Richard, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Lrenee, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Place was good for what you pay
Victor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love that this place is very safe and the place is very clean cheap and they even serve. Continental breakfast
Zoila, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommend

The hostel was clean, in a great location and the staff was friendly.
Kimberley, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was an great stay for the limited time that we were spending in the hotel while being at the convention for the weekend. The staff was friendly and the property was an easy walk to the convention center.
Damon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Low key, low cost, perfectly located place in the heart of the gaslamp district of San Diego. Straightforward check-in and checkout. Great experience.
Carmel, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good customer service. Many historical places to visit.
Brenda, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Im grateful for the staff who are very nice and helpful and the area has access to downtown and so much to do
Dawn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quit, comfortable room. Clean bathrooms. Noisey air conditioner, but at least it works well.
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My stay was excellent, the staff was friendly. The bathroom by my room had a sewerage smell, other than that excellent place for a business trip
Marsha, 5-night trip