HI San Diego Downtown Hostel
521 Market Street, Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA 92101, United States – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 1158 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
I give it ten points! The staff at the counter here are very friendly, there is nothing to fault, the location is excellent, it is a five-minute walk from the supermarket, and security codes are required for entry and exit, which makes me feel very safe living here.

Situated in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, this non-profit hostel, has a fully-equipped kitchen and offers free coffee, tea, hot chocolate and filtered water 24-hours a day. Balboa Park is 4.8 km away. Accommodation at HI San Diego Downtown Hostel includes heating and a fan. Private air-conditioned rooms are available with en suite bathrooms and hairdryers. Personal lockers are available for each dorm bed. Free high-speed WiFi is included in public areas. HI San Diego Downtown Hostel offers a launderette and a 24-hour shared kitchen. Free luggage storage is also available as well as an around the clock reception with no curfew. Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres Major League Baseball team, is 2 minutes’ drive away. San Diego Convention Center is 1.6 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Breakfast
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- Wei-chih
Taiwan
“I give it ten points! The staff at the counter here are very friendly, there is nothing to fault, the location is excellent, it is a five-minute walk from the supermarket, and security codes are required for entry and exit, which makes me feel...” - Gurkaran
India
“Amazing property excellent location and super amazing staff” - Németh
Hungary
“In the city center. 24h reception with security controll. Clean bathroom.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of HI San Diego Downtown HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- HikingOff-site
- Billiards
- Games room
- Seating Area
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Lift
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Toilet with grab rails
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- English
- Spanish
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
HI San Diego Downtown Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Property has house rules that must be adhered to. Please contact the property for details.
Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
You must show a valid photo ID from outside of San Diego County and credit card upon check-in.
San Diego County residents will not be admitted.
Please note: Property cannot accommodate reservations for more than 14 days within a 365 day period.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform HI San Diego Downtown Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about HI San Diego Downtown Hostel
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HI San Diego Downtown Hostel is 200 yards from the centre of San Diego. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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HI San Diego Downtown Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Games room
- Bicycle rental
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Check-in at HI San Diego Downtown Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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The prices at HI San Diego Downtown Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.