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HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

521 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101
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Get to Know HI San Diego Downtown

Experience the best of Southern California’s beaches, warm weather, and culture when you stay at our downtown hostel in San Diego, California. Located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, HI San Diego Downtown hostel is a perfect base for exploring the city. Decked out with endless art and San Diego flavor galore, this hostel is for anyone who wants to feel immersed in the local scene.

Heading out to the beach, a local park, or a walk to see activist murals? We’ll set you up with all the info you need to get there hassle-free. Our awesome staff will help you get to know the city like a local with self-guided walking tour guides and tips for finding the best tacos and carne asada fries in town. Come relax in one of our private rooms or shared dorms while getting to know San Diego a little better.

 

The Basics

Check-in: 3 p.m.

Check-out: 11 a.m.

Pets not allowed

Amenities

Private Bathrooms

Game Room

Work Space

Eco-friendly

Personal Power & USB Outlets

Privacy Curtains for Bunk Beds

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Room Types

4 Bed Dorm

Number of Guests: 4

6 Bed Dorm

Number of Guests: 6

8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Number of Guests: 8
Room has Ensuite bathroom

Private Single Bunk

Number of Guests: 2

Private Double

Number of Guests: 2

Private Double Ensuite

Number of Guests: 2
Room has Ensuite bathroom

Private Ensuite Quad

Number of Guests: 1
Room has Ensuite bathroom

Group Travel

Groups of 10 or more at HI San Diego Downtown are required to book through our Group Sales department. We recognize that every group comes to San Diego with different needs, and our Group Sales and Services team can help provide special assistance to make your experience here a unique and memorable one.

What's Nearby

a sunlit dorm room at Hi San Diego Downtown hostel with privacy screens between bunkbeds and an ensuite bathroom visible in the background

Balboa Park

1.3 mi. away

a sunlit dorm room at Hi San Diego Downtown hostel with privacy screens between bunkbeds and an ensuite bathroom visible in the background

Gaslamp Quarter Sign

.3 mi. away

a sunlit dorm room at Hi San Diego Downtown hostel with privacy screens between bunkbeds and an ensuite bathroom visible in the background

Seaport Village

.8 mi. away

Awards & Honors

Other Awards & Certifications

This hostel is Proud Certified by Booking.com

HI USA was voted the #1 hostel chain in the USA by Hostel World users in 2024