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Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to Petco Park

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Located in the heart of San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel offers free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and in-room WiFi. Plan visits to Seaport Village or catch a game at Petco Park. The smoke-free property has staff ready to share local insights.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Exclusive Quadruple Room

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Petco Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Tipsy Crow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taste & Thirst - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PO5 Pizza Lounge (Pizza on 5th) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mimoza Mediterranean Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Gaslamp Hostel

Hostel near Petco Park
Located close to San Diego Convention Center and Seaport Village, Gaslamp Hostel provides free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Gaslamp Hostel include comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Communal kitchens, toaster ovens and blenders

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (10:00 AM - midnight) and Thursday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 3:00 AM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; 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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Gaslamp Hostel San Diego
Gaslamp Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Gaslamp Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Gaslamp Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gaslamp Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gaslamp Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Gaslamp Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Gaslamp Hostel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park, San Diego Convention Center and Seaport Village. USS Midway Museum and Balboa Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). 5th Avenue Station is 6 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Gaslamp Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 523 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 523 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 523 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 523 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 523 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice Hostel, extremely clean, the female volunteer employees are friendly & hard working, the house is literally on top of all the action at Gaslamp Plaza...Great stay 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pham

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for simple stays
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Food and drinks in the check in area. Really lije the atmosphere of this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Johally

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

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Emplomes are so linda!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gaslamp hostile is a huge electrified space in the heart of the nightlife which had no interference. Staff is friendly and plentiful ready to help with your needs. My second hostile experience and impressed overall.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is nice and clean. Great Staff, everyone is friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility & staff. I look forward to staying here again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but there was a strong fecal odor like cat poop in the entire place including the entry area. My clothes even reeked of it after I left. You guys may have a mouse or rat problem that needs to be addressed - or someone has snuck a cat in. I very much appreciated the stay though, despite that! Everyone was friendly and I felt very safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

José

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay, right downtown

10/10 Excellent

Geordie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect location, friendly staff, and amazing amenities. Can't recommend this spot enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Alfie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It worth the money I spent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taisia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely charming place, especially great evening programs, will come back next time!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend Gaslamp Hostel! For my first hostel experience in years, I felt safe and welcome immediately upon arrival (which was very important to me traveling solo as a woman). The hostel itself has such a unique, homey, cozy vibe, and you'd never know that you were on a busy street downtown. Absolutely loved the funky art and colorful walls, the kitchen and upstairs eating area, and shower/laundry facilities. Everything was kept super clean, and the staff was super friendly and helpful with giving suggestions for local food/outings. This will definitely be my go-to stay whenever I'm back in the San Diego area :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUIS EDUARDO BUENO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

karol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed in a twin room it was aight
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. The staff were nice and helpful. The beds creek a lot, but totally understand they are older so not too big of a deal. I would definitely book here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsabe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s my favorite place in downtown in San Diego forever
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hostel so far. Next time I’ll be booking for multiple nights; one wasn’t enough.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Rooms all have locks on them and have charging lockers inside to keep belongings safe. They have social events every day in case you’re looking for something to break the ice. Def would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024