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RK Hostel San Diego

Property class: 1.5
Hostel near Balboa Park in San Diego

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A two-story building with a red roof and white railings, surrounded by palm trees.
A bar area with wooden furniture, a television mounted on the wall, and framed artwork above the bar.
A balcony with a metal railing, a small round table, and lush green foliage.
A bar area with wooden chairs and a counter.
A bar area with a counter, a beer tap, and a view of the street.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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642 W. Hawthorn St., San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

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

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hostel, you'll find Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay. Also, Balboa Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Port of San Diego is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 10 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sugarfish - ‬3 min walk

About this property

RK Hostel San Diego

Hostel near Balboa Park in San Diego
As a guest of RK Hostel San Diego, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Diego hostel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
RK Hostel San Diego offers 12 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. Beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3.00 for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - noon) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 10.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at RK Hostel San Diego.

Property is also known as

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RK Hostel
RK San Diego
RK Hostel San Diego San Diego
RK Hostel San Diego Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

How close is RK Hostel San Diego to the airport?

RK Hostel San Diego is 1.9 mi (8-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does RK Hostel San Diego have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at RK Hostel San Diego.

How close is RK Hostel San Diego to the beach?

This hostel is 7 mi (21-min drive) from Mission Beach and 11.9 mi (25-min drive) from La Jolla Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does RK Hostel San Diego offer free breakfast?

RK Hostel San Diego does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at RK Hostel San Diego?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at RK Hostel San Diego?

Check-in start time: 7:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at RK Hostel San Diego?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does RK Hostel San Diego have a pool?

RK Hostel San Diego does not have a pool.

Does RK Hostel San Diego have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is RK Hostel San Diego to downtown San Diego?

RK Hostel San Diego is 0.9 mi away from San Diego.

RK Hostel San Diego Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 317 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joyce

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location. Little Italy nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DIRTY
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found a BEDBUG in my sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lalaine

Liked: Cleanliness
Very accommodating receptionist and very comfortable beds. Our stay was safe and near to everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Bijaya

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Griffin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I woke up itching and found that I had a squashed a bed bug on my arm. I found another live bed bug crawling on my bed. I told the staff and they moved me to a different room (which they said didn’t have bed bugs and I wondered why people weren’t already sleeping there?) This seemed to be a common occurrence here and I feel like they may have already known about their bed bug problems.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Staff & service
I had a late arrival flight to San Diego and earlier in the day left a text message on their webiste to let them know of my late arrival. When i arrive there was a sign that said "Closed"and also another sign that said "for help call this number". I called 4 or 5 times and got no answer. I ended up with no place to stay, late at night, in a distant city from home
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice value for the cost!

The staff were very nice and helpful. Accommodations were good. Shower needed repair but other than that, it was a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Igor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fleas
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ron

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very good price and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Marifel

It’s dirty. The bathroom is so dirty. Please fix the broken windows. I don’t want to recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Daoud

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t make it to San Diego because my flight was canceled
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the ambiance and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area safe f and right in the n middle so there's options when it comes to sit seeing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
No towels to shower. Bathroom not very clean. It's a place to lay your head at night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
I had to wait two hours for the manager to show up. In fairness, I was dropped off at the location two hours early, and the manager explained there was a delay because someone was blocking the trolley tracks, which forced law enforcement to take care of that situation. Otherwise, she was friendly and respectful .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Got the single bed room. It was comfortable and was perfect for an overnight stay in San Diego. Extremely close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good customer service and details in front desk. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I have no pets. Shopping variations are great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was rude and location was hella sketchy.. I had issues getting door dash delivered because they didn't want to meet me at the door.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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