HI SAN DIEGO DOWNTOWN HOSTEL, San Diego

Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel - A non-profit eco-friendly hostel in Gaslamp Quarter with 24-hour amenities and workspace-equipped rooms

Located in the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel provides 48 air-conditioned rooms with laptop-friendly workspaces, separate sitting areas, and dining spaces. This San Diego hotel features a 24-hour shared kitchen, launderette, and front desk with no curfew. All rooms include heating, fans, and either private or shared bathrooms with showers and hairdryers. The hostel sits 2.5 miles from San Diego International Airport and offers easy access to USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo. Hi San Diego Downtown serves daily breakfast and provides free coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and filtered water around the clock. Guests can access free high-speed WiFi in public areas and enjoy billiards on-site.

Pros

Within walking distance of Westfield Horton Plaza (0.5 miles) and The New Children's Museum (0.5 miles)

Eight restaurants within 0.3 miles, including Sloppy Joey's Pizza, Burger Lounge, and Ghirardelli Ice Cream

Staff provides self-guided walking tour guides and local dining recommendations

Comprehensive safety features including carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguisher, and security system

Cons

Bookings restricted to non-local guests only

Some rooms feature shared bathrooms rather than private facilities