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About this property
Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 3.3 km from Balboa Park, 5 km from San Diego Zoo and 7 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The property is 10 km from University of San Diego and 11 km from SeaWorld San Diego. The hostel has all-gender toilet and showers facilities in the hallways, each with a locking door. There are no rooms with bathrooms in the room. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Gaslamp Hostel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include San Diego Convention Center, Maritime Museum of San Diego and USS Midway Museum. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 4 km from Gaslamp Hostel. Please note that guests under 18 years old or over 45 years old are not allowed to book a reservation at the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Suhayman
Algeria
“I liked the place, so clean and the location is great!” - Raphael
Slovakia
“Was colourful and beautiful like from the movie Encanto!” - Emilie
Germany
“The location is great and the staff was nice as well. They provide free towels to borrow and a very simple complimentary breakfast (cereals, oranges, coffee, tee). Good place for a weekend away.” - Andrea
Canada
“very nice hostel, friendly staff and clean! Definitely recommended.” - Renato
Portugal
“Love the decoration, it’s beautiful, cozy and comfortable.” - Robbert
Belgium
“Breakfast was very basic and only from 8 am onwards, but it was very convenient” - Petr
Czech Republic
“Cozy hostel in the center of SD. Very supportive easygoing crew, parking in the next block arranged by host. However it is hostel in the center, clean, private room, no disturbance during the Friday night.” - Pekka
Finland
“Staff was very helpfull. Location is excellent. Value for price excellent.” - Diana
Mexico
“I got a free upgrade to a private room! Thanks Maria. So grateful for the friendly staff, and great location. This place was perfect for a short stay, and the price was right. 👍” - Martyna
Poland
“Location is exceptional - close to bars and restaurants. Very friendly staff and atmosphere. Great value for money, I would definitely stay again.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that the credit card used to make the reservation must belong to the person present upon check-in.
This property has a 14 day stay limit in a 6-month period.
The guest paying for the reservation MUST be one of the guests who are staying or the reservation may be voided by the property.
We welcome guests from outside of San Diego. For local residents, manager permission must be approved in advance.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Gaslamp Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.