HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property

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Property entrance
Garden
Fridge, microwave
Lobby sitting area
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.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

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

Private Double Room Ensuite

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

Private Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Private Quad Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Single Bunk Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

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

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dorm

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

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About this property

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Petco Park
This smoke-free hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Petco Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus concierge services and laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a computer, laundry facilities, and a multilingual staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center
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.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Guests arriving after 10:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not accept 3rd party payment options for any bookings.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Reviews

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 630 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

6/10 Okay

Nadeep

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Unfriendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel ! Perfect location , very big community room , fun vibe , free coffee and basic breakfast. Good choice in terms of price / location / amenities for San Diego
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nawras

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025