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Gaslamp Hostel

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a variety of kitchen utensils. There is a sign above the counter that reads "gaslamp hostel SAN DIEGO".

An outdoor dining area with tables and orange umbrellas, surrounded by buildings including the WM. PENN HOTEL.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, a green leather sofa, a red leather sofa, and a wooden railing with plants.

A kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a coffee machine, and a counter with various kitchen tools.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Laundry room
Housekeeping
Kitchen

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

726 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

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

Room options

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a painting on the wall, and a shelf with towels.

Standard Double Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Exceptional

9 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A bunk bed room with a desk and chair, a small shelf with a plant, and a wall clock.

Standard Twin Room (Private Room with Shared Bathroom)

Wonderful

9 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds OR 1 Single Bunk Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a wall decorated with various posters and comics.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Very good

19 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
3 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a door with a mirror, and a small shelf with personal items.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Wonderful

19 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
3 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

19 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
3 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden door, and teal walls.

Exclusive Quadruple Room

Very good

11 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and blue lockers.

Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
2 Single Bunk Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room

Sleeps 1
Free Wi-Fi

Room

Sleeps 1
Free Wi-Fi

Room

Sleeps 4
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

San Diego

At Gaslamp Hostel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hostel include Seaport Village and Balboa Park.

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What's nearby

Petco Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
San Diego Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Seaport Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Balboa Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Tacos El Gordo - ‬1 min walk
Barleymash
‪The Tipsy Crow - ‬1 min walk
‪Whiskey Girl - ‬1 min walk
‪Taste & Thirst - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gaslamp Hostel

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Gaslamp Hostel.

This San Diego hostel is smoke free.

23 guestrooms or units

Continental breakfast (free)

Coffee in lobby

Self-service laundry

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Tour and ticket information

No smoking on site

Microwave in a common area

Fridge in a common area

Locker space

Gaslamp Hostel offers 23 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Games room
Business services

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

No on-site 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

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
Hob
Paper towels
Shared kitchen access
Toaster
Toaster oven

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

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

What is the cancellation policy at Gaslamp Hostel?

Gaslamp Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gaslamp Hostel?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaslamp Hostel on 16 Aug 2026 start from NZ$213, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Gaslamp Hostel?

The closest beach to Gaslamp Hostel is Mission Beach (10.8 km).

Does Gaslamp Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gaslamp Hostel?

No, Gaslamp Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gaslamp Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gaslamp Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Gaslamp Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room, courteous staff, easy check-in, baggage hold until late after check-out, and friendly fellow guests. I would definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

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

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Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm

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Getting around

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Internet

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

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Frequently asked questions

Gaslamp Hostel Reviews

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Wonderful

9.2/10

9.4/10

9.2/10

9.0/10

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10/10 Excellent

Stephen d

Stephen d

10/10 Excellent

Ismaela

Ismaela

10/10 Excellent

IEUFAKA EDOUARD-JOSEPH

IEUFAKA EDOUARD-JOSEPH

10/10 Excellent

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