Gaslamp Hostel

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

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Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Shared fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Exclusive Quadruple Room | Shared kitchen facilities | Shared fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
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Interior detail
Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaport Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Exclusive Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. This 23-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

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 with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to Petco Park
Guests of Gaslamp Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. 2 bathrooms, stovetops, and ceiling fans are other standard amenities. Bathrooms are shared.

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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
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 16 and younger (only guests older than 16 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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 a free cancellation option available at Gaslamp Hostel?

Gaslamp Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Gaslamp Hostel?

As of Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaslamp Hostel on Nov 19, 2025 start from $99.49, 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.

What can I see around Gaslamp Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 9-minute walk of Petco Park and also 20 minutes on foot from Port of San Diego. You'll also find Seaport Village and San Diego Bay less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Gaslamp Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Gaslamp Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, Gaslamp Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gaslamp Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Gaslamp Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Gaslamp Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Gaslamp Hostel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Gaslamp Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gaslamp Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Does Gaslamp Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Gaslamp Hostel?

The closest major airport to Gaslamp Hostel is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.2 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 9.6 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gaslamp Hostel?

No, at Gaslamp Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.