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Hotel Overview

521 Market Street, San Diego, California, United States, 92101

Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel - Budget hostel near Petco Park and San Diego International Airport

HI San Diego Downtown Hostel is located in the Gaslamp Quarter, a neighborhood known for restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. The property offers 48 air-conditioned rooms with laptop-friendly workspaces, separate sitting areas, and dining areas. Guests have access to a 24-hour shared kitchen, launderette, and free high-speed WiFi in public areas. The hostel is a 5-minute walk from Petco Park and 4 km from San Diego International Airport. Nearby attractions include the USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and Mission Bay.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and filtered water available 24 hours

Self-guided walking tour guides and local dining tips provided by staff

Billiards available for guests

24-hour front desk with no curfew

Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and a security system

Eco-friendly property near the San Diego Convention Center

Rooms

The hostel offers private rooms and shared dormitories. All rooms are air-conditioned and include heating, a fan, and a hairdryer. Private rooms feature an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Some units have separate sitting areas. Dormitory beds include seating areas and access to shared bathrooms.

Other conveniences

Laptop-friendly workspaces in all rooms

Laundry facilities available

Ironing facilities provided

Garden furniture in common areas

AM/FM alarm clock in rooms

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.
Bed Men's 4-Bed Dormitory
2 persons
11 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Bed Women's 4-Bed Dormitory
2 persons
11 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Private Double Room
2 persons
9 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Private Single Bunk Room
2 persons
9 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
San Diego 1.8 km
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 5.4 km
El Cajon (CJN) 24.1 km
Train
Santa Fe Depot 1.1 km
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Off-site car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Billiard tables

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Services

  • Laundry

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
  • Curtains
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Hotel Location

521 Market Street, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
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521 Market Street, San Diego, California, United States, 92101
Nearby
Museum
The New Children's Museum
550 m
Mall
Westfield Horton Plaza
450 m
Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
130 m
Museum
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
320 m
Harbor Drive & G Street
U.S.S. San Diego Memorial
400 m
Mall
Horton Plaza Park
480 m
715 J St
Bub's at the Ballpark
300 m
Library
San Diego Central Library
590 m
Cabrillo Bridge
600 m
Garnet Street
600 m
Night club
OMNIA Nightclub San Diego
140 m
435 Fifth Ave
Oxford Social Club
160 m
Night club
Whiskey Girl
160 m
Night club
FLUXX Nightclub
170 m
Restaurants
Burger Lounge
110 m
528 5th Ave
Ciro's Pizzeria & Beerhouse
10 m
536 Market St
Funky Garcia's
90 m
421 Market St
Taqueria Los Chuchys
180 m
543 Fourth Ave
Tin Roof
180 m
401 G Street
Olala Crepes
20 m
453 5th Ave
Tacos "El Cabron"
190 m
532 4th Ave
Food Shop
210 m
455 5th Ave
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