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Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Petco Park

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Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Hallway
Room (4 bed female dorm)

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Room (Downtown private room)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Shared Room, 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Shared Room, 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Room (4 bed female dorm)

Room (4 bed female dorm)

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Shared Room, 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Shared Room, 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
542 3rd avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Petco Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaport Village - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barleymash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪American Junkie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel near San Diego Convention Center
A short walk from Petco Park and Seaport Village, Hostel on 3rd provides free self-service breakfast, a corner/local shop and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A computer station, books and games
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a billiards/pool table
  • Ping pong
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hostel on 3rd include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and ceiling fans

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 20 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 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
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 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 first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel on 3rd pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Hostel on 3rd?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hostel on 3rd?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hostel on 3rd located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of New Children's Museum, Petco Park and Seaport Village. San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Convention Center Station and Convention Center Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Hostel on 3rd Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 202 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10

The location is perfect, I think is better put the private toilet for every room.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

I really like this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10

This is the WORST hostel I have ever stayed by far. I think the Manager is truly mentally unwell. The staff couldn't find my reservation. It was very stressful staying here. I don't not recommend staying here to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

James- the manager and staff were all very nice and really helpful accommodating & professional. Be sure to check out by 11am otherwise you can lose your $20 deposit
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

It was nice to stay there for 3 nights I really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10

It is a wonderful place for this price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10

Front desk attendant was indirect & rude with their service...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Good location..clean place ...manager help full
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10

The owner does the bare minimum with the building and it's really not a comfortable or a welcoming feeling. He's not taking care of the bedding, the fixtures in the bathroom aren't cleaned by staff. The Kitchen isn't pleasant. He not a pleasant man to talk too 😞. There's no elevator, you have to enter through another door outside and walk upstairs on a dirty carpet. So it's not handicapped accessible 😞. Plus the check in hours start at 4 pm and end at midnight. I have to be honest because I travel and have enjoyed other Hostels because the atmosphere was joyful 😊.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10

It is a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10

They wouldn't let me check in. Nothing made sense. All paid for, reserved and just turned away! Said to go back to Expedia for refund. Terrible experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

From the lobby/community area it seemed pretty nice. Unfortunately, the age requirement (18) was not transparent on Expedia when I booked a room for my 16yr old daughter and myself, so we were unable to stay. I am STILL hoping for a Refund...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Good location. I liked the kitchen and refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

great place to if your just looking for a place to crash while your staying in Gaslamp walking around or going to the bars
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

The hostel was older but maintained. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10

Class
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Very convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10

Not a place i would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10

Check in closed at midnight. This was not very well documented especially in a party area full of young college students.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10

The entire staff was absolutely rude disrespectful. Not cooperative at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Nice spot with the basics. Hostel staff was nice and friendly and offered help with CBX input and information.Basics include bed (shared with 3 other guests), Breakfast in the morning, walk-in shower/sink/toilet, and nice lobby. Location is a really quick uber drive to CBX, if planning to take TJ International airport. It is a good and nice simple place for a quick stop. Will use again in the future.

2/10

bed bugs, smells terrible, is horrible, dont stay here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022