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Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find a perfect blend of play and productivity at this downtown San Diego hostel with arcade games, billiards, and coworking spaces

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Stay Classy Hostel brings fresh energy to downtown San Diego after its 2020 renovation. The eclectic space balances adventure with practicality through its arcade room, laundry facilities, and work areas. Guests connect via free in-room WiFi or gather for billiards.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Single Bed Pod - Shared Dorm

Single Bed Pod - Shared Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Fan
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Full Bed Pod - Shared Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Fan
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego, Stay Classy Hostel is in the entertainment district and near the airport. While the natural beauty of Balboa Park and Mission Bay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of San Diego. Enjoy an event or a match at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo—a top attraction that's not to be missed.
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Map
1455 Market St, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego City College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Petco Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Balboa Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of San Diego - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Park and Market Trolley Station - 3 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hinar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Church by The Lost Abbey - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BESHOCK Ramen East Village - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ASA Bakery & Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TNT Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Stay Classy Hostel

Hostel near Petco Park
Located close to San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego, Stay Classy Hostel provides an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • A TV in reception, coworking spaces and coffee/tea in reception
  • A water dispenser, smoke-free property and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Stay Classy Hostel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • 5 bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

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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

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 5 detached shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Shared accommodation
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from midnight to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 20

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Stay Classy
Stay Classy Hostel San Diego
Stay Classy Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Stay Classy Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay Classy Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stay Classy Hostel?

Stay Classy Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Stay Classy Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Stay Classy Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 20.

Where is Stay Classy Hostel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Balboa Park and Port of San Diego are also within 2 mi (3 km). Park and Market Trolley Station is only a 3-minute walk and 12th and Imperial Transit Center Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Stay Classy Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 644 out of 799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 799 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Triston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room and the restroom/shower area were very clean. And staff was super friendly. I’ll stay again next time I’m in San Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am impressed! This facility is the nicest hostel I’ve been in. The layout is perfect. Great privacy for what it is. Clean, modern, spacious. Common areas are large. I will be looking them up next time I’m in SD.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean space! It is located in a good area, and grocery stores are within a walking distance. There are plenty of restaurants nearby. The Gaslamp Quarter on 5th Avenue is just a 15-minute walk away! Also, you can take the trolley on Park and Market St. to commute to various spots.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsiemae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, fantastic staff. Bed and room was comfortable, blackout curtains and you feel like you get your own privacy. Everything was excellent. Small locker, towel, and shampoo also provided -- I'd recommend bringing your own conditioner and also a pair of slippers/flip flops for convenience to wear after showering. I really appreciated how they let you store luggage before check-in time, and until 10pm after you check-out. I'd stay again in a heart beat, best hostel ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dulce de la

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place.. clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, simple, comfortable stay. I had a short overnight layover and the bed at Stay Classy was a perfect and inexpensive solution for me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near public transport. Clean facilities. Beautiful common area. Library, billiard
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dulce de la

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Good for quick rests
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wenuka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. I was traveling alone and the bedding space was adequate. Spent 2 nights, used their lockers as well. The showers and the restrooms were very clean. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Walking distance to little Italy, Gaslamp quarter, Petro park and to the MTS station on the Market station. 100% percent recommended for solo travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hostel where you have the privacy close to having your own room. Spent 2 nights and it was a nice stay. A little more than some of the hostels I saw, but I chose the privacy over saving a few bucks. Would stay again. Also got a free upgrade from the twin to a full bed when I checked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
kitchen small but fully equipped. Staff super nice. First time staying in a hostel. I will do it again here. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything!! It is very comfortable, clean, friendly, close to trolley stop. I could not ask for better service! Love it!! 100% recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and helpful. The property was very clean and easy to stay in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern grocery store directly across the street. Quiet stretch of road (not noisy traffic). Bus line right out the door. Rail line just two blocks down.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kept it cool. Clean rooms. It's near the ballpark. And Ricky is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at a hostel and was pleased with the experience. Hostel was very cleaned and staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Long Tao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. truly clean and convenient and has everything one needs. nice staff who were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing! Great service and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the customer service desk and the room I stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in process was easy, the staff was exceptionally friendly, and the entire place was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaymes

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

Well worth a stay. Book now.

What a fantastic hostel. It was comfortable all around. From the bed, to the lounge, to the temperature of the space. Couldn’t be more pleased with the place. It is a little pricy by hostel standards, but a great stay nonetheless. Only concern is the fleece bed throw. It’s not a comforter and is kind of small to provide full body comfort: coverage.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy going, there’s a grocery store across the street, staff is nice, friendly and clean. My first time in a hostel so not familiar with listening when people next room is snoring or packing while I was trying to sleep so …. You might need earplugs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025