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HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel near Petco Park in San Diego

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Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Garden
Shared fridge, microwave
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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.)
    ‪5 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)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Double Room Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double Room Ensuite

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Quad Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Single Bunk Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Single Bunk Room

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

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

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.4 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

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

  • ‪Barleymash - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Melt - San Diego - Gaslamp - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SideBar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Pub - ‬1 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

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 Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel on Nov 23, 2025 start from $82.0, 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 4.8 mi (17-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 8.3 mi (20-min drive) from Mission 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.

Reviews

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 642 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a hostel it was probably pretty nice but the area was a little sketchy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hanna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Saif

Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The reason for my score on staff and service is because supposedly there was a couple people in charge of cleaning the rooms and such , however
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sam

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No smoking no drinking no parking anywhere the area is like walking in hell i don't recommend this place to my worst enemy
Filthy everywhere
No drinking no smoking
It's a very miserable place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Murrieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quit, comfortable room. Clean bathrooms. Noisey air conditioner, but at least it works well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

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

8/10 Good

Daisy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

lisa

Traveled with partner
The high San Diego hostile was very nice with lots of really beautiful art. The staff was great! It was very safe and well organized. The kitchen was always clean. There was coffee on demand and cold water. The sitting areas were clean and comfortable and it was nice and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mariela Alejandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente ubicación

El Hostel estaba muy bien ubicado y tenía todos los servicios que se puedan necesitar, menos parking. Muy ruidosa la zona por la noche y por la mañana. Difícil dormir
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Taryn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean. Everything was within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much nicer than expected and really convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nozomis

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location- Super Clean - Friendly staff. Love Love Love
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Merran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, clean, comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

I-Shu

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, right in the middle of everything, but also can be a bit noisy. overall a great affordable option in SD.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025