HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

It was noisy, as expected. My only complaint was the pillows, oh my god they were hard. Other than that what I needed was a place to sleep and that's what I got

Staff was fantastic. Room was clean & I was able to check out early

Great staff . They couldn’t be more helpful

Staff was generally friendly. One woman at front desk seemed like she was suffering a caffeine withdrawal as was unsmiling and annoyed. The others there were very helpful and friendly. I rented a solo room which had bunk beds. The lower mattress was so worn out that it felt like a hammock. I used upper bed but what a pain to have to climb down at 04:00 to go to bathroom. Those cards are a bit ridiculous as too big to fit anywhere comfortably. The white digital cards are much better because it’s a standard credit card size but change the color to red or blue so more visible ! Overall a pleasant stay. Not sure about how they sanitize cups. I asked where they were and worker points to dish rack. Does that mean I am drinking from a cup that wasn’t professionally cleaned/sanitized ?

I will stay there again

The cleanest space I’ve seen in a long while. I wish hospitals were this clean. Comfortable mattress, plenty of towels, not too noisy, even though located on Market Street. Filtered drinking water, hot tea and coffee always provided. Close to public buses, short walking distance to good markets and cafes. Highly recommended to solo travelers.

The hostel is in a central area with tons to do around! The dorms, bathrooms, and common areas were all very clean and the staff is very nice and helpful.

Great place overall, first hostel experience. Street was noisy until midnight, and started up again after 6 AM. They do sell earplugs downstairs, wish I had bought some. Very clean and quiet on the inside

great place, quick stay!

Very close to the convention center. Assessible to good food and Petco Park

The hostel itself was clean, modern, and well-maintained. The dorm rooms were comfortable, and I appreciated the privacy curtains and secure lockers. The common areas had a welcoming atmosphere, making it easy to meet other travelers from around the world. The staff were friendly, helpful, and always available to answer questions or give local recommendations. I also liked the free unlimited coffee and organized social activities, which added extra value to the stay. Despite being located in a lively area, the hostel was surprisingly quiet at night, making it easy to get good rest. Overall, HI San Diego Downtown Hostel is an excellent choice for budget travelers looking for a safe, clean, and social place to stay in downtown San Diego. I would definitely stay here again.

Not a bad place for a night or two, especially if cheap. Close to most things. Bring eye shades and good ear plugs.

Great place from top to bottom. Will stay here again.

It’s in the heart of the Gaslamp District, which is noisy on the weekends until past 2:00 am. Not the best spot for light sleepers, but I loved it.

Great hostel. Over our expectations. Very clean

Great location and amazing staff!

Staff was great

Travelers: Mom and 12yr old child. The lobby looks much nicer in photos than it does in person. It’s not bad, but the pictures make it seem larger and more upscale than it actually is. We stayed in a single room with a private bath. The room had a bit of an odd odor—likely a mix of an older building and cleaning products. The bed was a bunk (twin over full), which was unexpected; based on the photos, I thought it would be just a full-size bed. It was too squeaky With someone on top bunk. I also wish we could’ve used the stairs instead of the elevator to get from the lobby to the third floor (personal preference to take stairs). That said, I’m glad we were on the third floor, since the second floor sits above a cigar bar. Most of the guests seemed to be 40+yrs, mellow and respectful of space. Overall, despite a few quirks, we enjoyed our stay. We slept well, felt completely safe, appreciated the elaborate artwork, and loved having a mini fridge in the room. We were also very grateful for such an affordable option during a busy weekend.

So far So good!

The staff waas friendly howeve the facilities were not the greatest.