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Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with complimentary continental breakfast before heading out to explore San Diego's iconic Seaport Village and other nearby attractions

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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

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

Room options

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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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

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

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Exclusive Quadruple Room

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

Exclusive Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

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

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighborhood in San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel is in the entertainment district. Shoppers can check out Seaport Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Balboa Park and Old Town San Diego State Park. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • SanDiego_SanDiegoConventionCenter_6125294_006
    San Diego Convention Center
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Petco Park
    Petco Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seaport Village featuring a bay or harbor
    Seaport Village
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Disney Wonder Cruise Ship. Halloween on the High Seas. #lifeatexpedia #golden
    Port of San Diego
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mighty USS Midway - an aircraft carrier of the United States Navy, the lead ship of its class. Commissioned a week after the end of World War II it is now a museum ship
    USS Midway Museum
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tacos El Gordo
    1 min walk
  • Whiskey Girl
    1 min walk
  • Taste & Thirst
    2 min walk
  • The Tipsy Crow
    1 min walk
  • American Junkie
    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 like:
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Gaslamp Hostel have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 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 transportation

  • No onsite 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 elevators
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 does it cost to stay at Gaslamp Hostel?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaslamp Hostel on Mar 8, 2026 start from CA $130, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gaslamp Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 559 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 559 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 559 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 559 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 559 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was always so nice and friendly, breakfast options were just cereals. The room and bathrooms were always clean so 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with clean, comfortable rooms. Amazing ambiance and professional staff. I would stay hear again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was great and Thanks Ria for the upgrade will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I needed to arrive after midnight and leave early. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Appreciated very much the funky decor, cleanliness and organization of the place. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, cozy bunks with privacy curtains, staff is very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was excellent. The staff (all of them) were great. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

8/10 Good

Bayan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a hostel, this was run pretty well. There are many friendly staff members on hand. Key card access gets you inside the hostel and the room. The bathrooms are co-ed, which was off-putting at first, but the main doors are left open for safety. There is a laundry room, a massive kitchen, and a rec room. I stayed in the 6-bedroom room, which isn't ideal, but you get what you pay for. The location is central to mass transit, making it one of the primary reasons I chose this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location excellent staff everything in area is walkable
Stayed 5 nights 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

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

Chin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

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

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great wonderful staff. Location is in the middle of Gaslamp District. Very convenient if your looking for a place to stay at the last minute. For those coming to Petco Park, I highly recommend, since it's knly 5 minutes walking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lajuana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying in a Hostel and I'm so glad I did! The Gaslamp Hostel was a wonderful place to stay. It's not perfect. But it is quaint and very comfortable. I would highly recommend staying here, especially if you enjoy other fellow single travelers. Just an all around great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice people.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Govind Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay overall. Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there are many great places to eat around the hostel - very walkable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and My girlfriend very much loved the stay at the Hostel. We felt very safe and thought the staff did an outstanding job.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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