Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Start your day off right with continental breakfast then take on the city’s iconic spots like Seaport Village.

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Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities
Interior
Street view
Interior detail
City view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Stovetop
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Stovetop
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Exclusive Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 9 min walk
  • San Diego Convention Center - 11 min walk
  • Seaport Village - 14 min walk
  • USS Midway Museum - 2 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive

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

  • ‪Tacos Del Gordo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Tipsy Crow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mimoza Mediterranean Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taste & Thirst - ‬2 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:
  • A front desk safe, coffee/tea in reception and luggage storage
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property 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

Languages

English, Greek, Spanish

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

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 fire extinguisher, 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 does it cost to stay at Gaslamp Hostel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaslamp Hostel on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$195.54, including 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 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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Gaslamp Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 427 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 427 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 427 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 427 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 427 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

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

Johnny

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YULHAN

Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

You feel welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

As good as it gets for a hostel. Great location, yet quiet inside. Clean. Friendly staff. Everyone staying there was chill and friendly as they have a great workplace and community culture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Great location and nice people.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lei

The staffs are professional and very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Zachary

great stay overall. Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

there are many great places to eat around the hostel - very walkable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joku

Was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Everyone especially the Manager was beyond helpful and very hospitable. Everything that one could ask or need was available and or not very far away. Extremely clean and cool place. Convenient ×1000
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Love the architecture!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Akshay

Excellent location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geordie

Absolutely perfect location, friendly staff, and amazing amenities. Can't recommend this spot enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

It is such a great place to be and considering I was going to the convention it walk to I had a great time meeting people there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Everything you could want in a hostel. I checked in suuuuuper late with no hassle & checked out early with no hassle. Will be back againl.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

My stay was amazing! I can't say enough about this place. Everyone was really nice, my room was clean, the place had many amenities, all at an unbeatable price! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bane

This is a very convenient area to stay. You're within walking distance to many well known tourist places. A grocery close by as well as some of the best restaurants in the downtown area.The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

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

8/10 Good

Brenda

Good customer services. Thank you for your great attention.!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Can’t go wrong staying here. Cheap, lot of amenities, clean, awesome staff, & 11 am checkouts (lot of places nearby do 10am). Perfect for solo travellers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

We loved the charm of the place. Had a private room with shared bathroom. Bathroom was clean. Staff were super nice and friendly. It’s right on a busy street so bring earplugs if it’s a weekend. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamilton

Nice spot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Marcus

Liked: Amenities
Stayed in a twin room it was aight
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

I enjoyed the time on the property. It was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024