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Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to Petco Park

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Located in the heart of San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel offers free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and in-room WiFi. Plan visits to Seaport Village or catch a game at Petco Park. The smoke-free property has staff ready to share local insights.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Exclusive Quadruple Room

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Petco Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • 5th Avenue Station - 6 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Tipsy Crow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taste & Thirst - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PO5 Pizza Lounge (Pizza on 5th) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mimoza Mediterranean Restaurant - ‬1 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 like:
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Gaslamp Hostel have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Communal kitchens, toaster ovens, and blenders

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 elevators
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 Nov 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaslamp Hostel on Dec 10, 2025 start from $108.49, excluding 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?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out 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. 381 out of 532 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 532 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 532 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 532 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 532 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, cozy bunks with privacy curtains, staff is very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dulce de la

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great people
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice Hostel, extremely clean, the female volunteer employees are friendly & hard working, the house is literally on top of all the action at Gaslamp Plaza...Great stay 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pham

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for simple stays
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Food and drinks in the check in area. Really lije the atmosphere of this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my Favorite Hostels it’s in a great location and is a fun stay downtown for relaxing and fun. Nice Staff and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for SDCC!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location excellent staff everything in area is walkable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Johally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gaslamp hostile is a huge electrified space in the heart of the nightlife which had no interference. Staff is friendly and plentiful ready to help with your needs. My second hostile experience and impressed overall.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Emplomes are so linda!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

wilber A

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay pretty awesome food spots and bar very vibrant and lots to do ...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cheeky humor on the signs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lajuana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying in a Hostel and I'm so glad I did! The Gaslamp Hostel was a wonderful place to stay. It's not perfect. But it is quaint and very comfortable. I would highly recommend staying here, especially if you enjoy other fellow single travelers. Just an all around great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great wonderful staff. Location is in the middle of Gaslamp District. Very convenient if your looking for a place to stay at the last minute. For those coming to Petco Park, I highly recommend, since it's knly 5 minutes walking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crissandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have an event schedule every night for the guests in the hostel to connect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TOPAZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5/5 (parking in place is limited)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice Hostel downtown. It’s always clean and welcoming. The hostel stays peaceful and comfortable! Great atmosphere!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is nice and clean. Great Staff, everyone is friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but there was a strong fecal odor like cat poop in the entire place including the entry area. My clothes even reeked of it after I left. You guys may have a mouse or rat problem that needs to be addressed - or someone has snuck a cat in. I very much appreciated the stay though, despite that! Everyone was friendly and I felt very safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025