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PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in San Diego, a short walk to Waterfront Park

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Lobby sitting area
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils
Deluxe Room
Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm
Living area

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm

Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Living area

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
500 West Fir Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Straw - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Filippi's Pizza Grotto Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

Hostel near Port of San Diego
Close to Waterfront Park and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal, PodShare San Diego - Hostel provides amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at PodShare San Diego - Hostel offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and cookware/dishes/utensils

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 9:30 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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

Property is also known as

PodShare San Diego
Podshare Diego Hostel Diego
PodShare San Diego - Hostel San Diego
PodShare San Diego - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is PodShare San Diego - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at PodShare San Diego - Hostel?

As of 30 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PodShare San Diego - Hostel on 1 July 2025 start from AU$125.44, 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 PodShare San Diego - Hostel?

Self-parking is available for USD 20.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at PodShare San Diego - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 9:30 AM.

What time is check-out at PodShare San Diego - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PodShare San Diego - Hostel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay. Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 7 minutes by foot and Courthouse Station is 13 minutes.

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PodShare San Diego - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 79 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

It was really chill, pillows need some love
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10

20 bed bug bites 1 night hellish now
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff is super friendly and attentive to your needs. Great little spot in a convenient location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10

Bed bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

A cozy cobin vibe where one can feel right at home. Conveniently next to little Italy and the trolley.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The host was amazing. Super attentive super clean The overall ambient is great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

safe neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great place to stay for a quick, cheap trip. Everybody in the hostel is super nice and respectful, while also doing their own thing so its pretty quiet. The interior was SUPER clean, the staff does a great job making sure of that. Overall, great experience, and would love to stay with PodShare in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Very nice people and everything just like in the description.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

I just got back from staying in hostels all over Europe for a couple months. This is nicer than most places I’ve stayed. It’s super quiet. Large fan provides great white noice. Staff is lovely. Great communal space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great experience. My first time in. Hostel style experience and I was extremely comfortable

10/10

i loved walking into the hostel and feeling very comfortable with the host and regulars there! it was also nice that i met people traveling out of the country which made the experience very exciting would recommend this hostel to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

Great location. Close to harbour. Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

the staff was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

I love staying in PodShare San Diego 👍👍👍😀😀

8/10

Everything was exactly as expected upon arrival with the very clear directions sent to me at my remote check-in (which I was very grateful for as I wouldn’t gotten to my event on time otherwise) Other travellers were very respectful and quiet, even outside “quiet hours” the only downside is having 2 restrooms to accommodate all the pods. Had to squirm for a bit upon waking up as both were occupied for showers. Otherwise a great Hostel. Sadie was a wonderful hostess and ensured I had everything I needed as I headed out into town for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Was just in town for the night on a gig contract and have stayed at Podshare several times in the last few years. Steven & his staff do a great job managing the place plus I'm glad to see that ownership allowed them to put up a "Clean your dishes" sign!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Excellent PodShare location. Staff is friendly and helpful! They offer day pass use for both the common area and the lockers in the lobby. There are a couple long term guests and some who are overnight only. Exactly what I would expect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10

The place was clean and staff and other residents were super friendly. I liked my pod and having AC and an ice machine were major bonuses. The only downside was there were major bedbugs. In all fairness, as soon as it was reported they did a heat treatment so I wouldn't be carrying them off with me anywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10

I wasn’t expecting a facility that made me feel totally uncomfortable and racially unwelcome during my stay. Next, I was told that I couldn’t wash my clothes because only the manager at the facility was allowed to wash my clothes, but when I asked her to wash my clothes she told me “NO”. At 3:33 am in the morning I was awakened by loud talking when I was told that “Quiet time starts at 10pm and no TV after 10pm. Finally the shower in the facility was unsanitary and dirty. I took pictures of the unsanitary shower
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10

Everyone was fantastic when we got there. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout our stay, however the quality of our company left us feeling unwelcome toward the end. This was not the Hostels fault as far as I can tell, it was just unfortunate circumstances about what was being watched on the communal TV. If you're okay with paying a little too much for pod-style accommodations where you may make some friends, by all means. However if you're looking for more privacy or, in our case, members of the LGBT community you may want to look elsewhere. We are two trans women and it was a little less than ideal.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

2/10

I’ve stayed in 72 hostels as a free lancer and I’m other capacities both pleasure and work related abroad and in the US. The noice in this hostel was unbelievable. There’s no sound coverings at the top of any of the rooms! I found the one staff member there in the mornings to be cold and the tenants to be just as rude. There’s so many hostels in that area! I’d really encourage you to find another one, especially if you want to shower. It’s cold, tiny and less than appealing. One of the worst I’ve seen and I’ve stayed in some not so fancy places! The lack of respect I felt was pretty unreasonable and I promise you I present as pretty warm (and respectful). I was thus surprised to see and experience what I did while I was there. The one good is it lets you check in by 10am and some hostels are later, but I’m reaching for a positive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10

I've stayed here 7-8 times in the last year or so & virtually every time I've been harassed by the attached to the Podshare is a condo building's apartment manager 6-7 times now verbally because I was smoking a joint on the street corner, this old little WITCH B*TCH this last time gives me sh*t verbally again only this time she walks past me then turns around and comes up behind me and as I felt someone behind me I turn around and she has a can of bear spray already frickin pointing right in my face!!! She sprays me at point blank range & basically ASSAULTED ME!! Had it not been for the fact I was blinded, hit the cement & had my eyes were on FIRE I would have called the police then and pressed charges! Staff at the Podshare had told me the first time I had a confrontation with that lady that "she hated the hostel being there & wasn't the first time she had harassed guests for standing out front of the hostel, smoking or not! The next day I stumbled by the Podshare to pickup some of my things I had left & the jerk desk clerk dustin said I was kicked off the property and leave or he'd call the police, gave me some bull about me being in love with some girl I had just met there he was hitting on or something I don't know, I thought he was gay but maybe don't know, either way he refused to let me get my things! To top it all off the witch was outside the hostel with a couple goons waiting for me, followed me down the street threatening to beat me up & I'm blind, right!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2025