We’re here to help you with the most central and accessible hostel in San Diego. HI-San Diego Downtown is one of two hostels in San Diego, and a member of the HI network within the US. Let our award winning staff ensure you receive the most comfortable and enjoyable hostel stay you’ve ever had. We offer several free tours, movie/video game nights, happy hour group outings, pub-crawls, group dinners and much more. Not sure what you want to do in San Diego? Hostel staff will gladly help you plan an amazing time. Everyone here is a local expert and we love to share information about local hotspots and hidden treasures you won’t find in the brochures. We’re just a short bus or car ride ....
We’re here to help you with the most central and accessible hostel in San Diego. HI-San Diego Downtown is one of two hostels in San Diego, and a member of the HI network within the US. Let our award winning staff ensure you receive the most comfortable and enjoyable hostel stay you’ve ever had. We offer several free tours, movie/video game nights, happy hour group outings, pub-crawls, group dinners and much more. Not sure what you want to do in San Diego? Hostel staff will gladly help you plan an amazing time. Everyone here is a local expert and we love to share information about local hotspots and hidden treasures you won’t find in the brochures. We’re just a short bus or car ride away from the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and all of America’s finest beaches. On top of that we are within walking distance of the San Diego Convention Center, the Amtrak station, and the Greyhound station, plus a short bus or cab ride to the Airport (Approximately 10-15 minutes). The icing on the cake: our Tempur-Pedic® mattresses were recently rated most comfortable out of all Hostelling International Hostels in the U.S.A. So join us and enjoy a wonderful and relaxing excursion in Sunny San Diego!
FREE STUFF:
-Pancake Breakfast Everyday
-Wi-Fi
-Linens and Towels
-Coffee, Tea, and Hot Chocolate
-Bicycle Parking
-Storage upon Check-in or Check-out
-Events, Tours and Activities
IMPORTANT – Check-In/Reservation Policies:
-Foreign travelers must show a valid foreign passport at check-in.
-United States citizens must show a valid state issued Identification Card or Driver's License with photo upon check in.
-We do not rent to residents of San Diego County.
-U.S. passports, Foreign Identification and Driver's Licenses, Military Identification and Student Identification cards are not accepted.
-Reservations must be cancelled by Midnight the day before check-in to receive a refund. Any cancellations or no-shows after this point will be charged for the first night of the intended stay.
-Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No one under the age of 12 may stay in a dorm room.
-We have a maximum allotted stay of 14 nights in a 365 day period. Any bookings made for longer than this cannot be accepted.
-A $3 Non-Member Fee will be added per night for guests who are not Hostelling International members. Memberships are available at front desk upon check in.
July 19, 2010
Get ready for one of San Diego largest events of the year: Comic-Con 2010 July 22-25 with Preview Night on July 21st. This is the largest comic book convention in the Western Hemisphere with over 125,000 attendees. It is not just about comic books ei...
6km Cruise Ship Terminal
San Diego Trolley - Nearest Stop is 5th Ave & C St. Walk 5 blocks South on 5th Ave to Market St. The hostel is located at 521 Market St. Just to the left of the intersection of 5th and Market.
3km Amtrak (Bayside trolley to Convention Center)Walk north on 5th Avenue
Meter Parking is free from 6:00pm to 8:00am and all day Sundays. Central Parking (7th Ave & Market St.): $4 for 10 hours, $10 for 24 hours. Or before 9:00 am: $3.50 until midnight and $8 for 24 hrs.
Downtown San Diego - Gaslamp district
2km Greyhound: Walk east on Broadway to 5th Av,then 4 blocks south to Market Street
8km San Diego International: Bus#992 to 5th Av+4 blocks South to Market St
July 19, 2010
Get ready for one of San Diego largest events of the year: Comic-Con 2010 July 22-25 with Preview Night on July 21st. This is the largest comic book convention in the Western Hemisphere with over 125,000 attendees. It is not just about comic books ei...
June 3, 2010
Come explore 50-plus diverse shops and 17 unique eateries longside four miles of tree-lined paths with all sorts of entertainers doing their thing. Bands, singers, dancers, magicians, whatever. There's something for any age, so have a seat, take in a...
May 26, 2010
Don't miss the chance to see one of Americans Favorite past times: Baseball. Drive or take a bus downtown so you can join the locals as they root for our home team the San Diego Padres. Walking distance from our Downtown Hostel. Check out sandiego.pa...
* X Indicates event has been cancelled.
Hostelling International USA hostels (HI-USA) provide the perfect setting for groups. The HI-USA hostel-stay experience can provide your group with affordable rates, effective sleeping arrangements, and a comfortable and friendly atmosphere not found in hotels. Our Assured Quality Standards program means you can rely on a consistent level of services and facilities including cleanliness, security and service.
Please see below for group facilities and services at this specific hostel.
For general information and FAQs about group stays with HI-USA please visit our main group page.
Discounted member rates - all groups associated with educational or non-profit organizations automatically receive our member discount. Please order your Group Membership here.
Hostelling International is a non-profit membership organization promoting international understanding and peace though hostelling since 1909. To maintain our ability to offer low-budget accommodations we charge additional fees to non-members.
However, a FREE Group Membership is available to US groups. A group membership entitles everyone in the group to member rates. You must be the group leader of an organized, US based group of 10 or more people in order to apply for a free group membership.
Click here to order your FREE Group Membership today!
A warm welcome to all Hostelling International volunteers.
Our volunteers form the foundation of the hostel's wide range of cultural and recreational programs. Volunteers contribute a tremendous amount of time and energy to the organization. In fact, without our team of dedicated volunteers, our activities and programs simply would not occur.
Volunteer participation improves the quality of the travel experience for our hostel guests, and helps open doors for international travelers into the local community. This cross cultural exchange brings greater meaning to the HI mission, and will travel with that person around the world: "to help all people, especially the young, gain a greater understanding of the world and its people through hostelling."
Whether a love of travel, knowledge of the San Diego community, an interest in meeting international travelers, or simple curiosity has brought you here- we hope that you will find the experience you are looking for at Hostelling International USA, San Diego Council.
We would love to have you as part of our team!
We appreciate your interest in Hostelling International USA, San Diego,
-Matt Carney
Volunteer & Activities Coordinator
Email: volunteer@sandiegohostels.org
Phone: (619) 338-9981 (619) 338-9981 ext 13
Been there, done that? You've seen the world and now you want to share it! The perfect way to do this is through volunteering at Hostelling International-USA. Click here for volunteer opportunities at our local hostels and councils.
Our philosophy about volunteers: "Volunteers are an essential part of the hostelling movement, playing a key role in sharing their own life experiences and passion for travel with hostellers locally and from around the world. HI-USA volunteers will be vital contributors to the future of hostelling by providing innovative ideas, resources, and serving as hostelling ambassadors in their local communities."
HI - San Diego - DowntownHI - San Diego - Downtown
Tel. 1-619-525 1531 Hostel bed capacityTotal Beds: 74 Opening times
Opening times (daily/weekly): 24/7 Directions
Boat: 6km Cruise Ship Terminal Metro: San Diego Trolley - Nearest Stop is 5th Ave & C St. Walk 5 blocks South on 5th Ave to Market St. The hostel is located at 521 Market St. Just to the left of the intersection of 5th and Market. Train: 3km Amtrak (Bayside trolley to Convention Center)Walk north on 5th Avenue Parking: Meter Parking is free from 6:00pm to 8:00am and all day Sundays. Central Parking (7th Ave & Market St.): $4 for 10 hours, $10 for 24 hours. Or before 9:00 am: $3.50 until midnight and $8 for 24 hrs. Location: Downtown San Diego - Gaslamp district Bus: 2km Greyhound: Walk east on Broadway to 5th Av,then 4 blocks south to Market Street Airport: 8km San Diego International: Bus#992 to 5th Av+4 blocks South to Market St |
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