Gaslamp Hostel

San Diego · USA

Gaslamp Hostel

HostelPunk Score
62% MEH
Medium confidence 169 reviews
No bed bug reports in 1,518 analyzed reviews
No incentivized-review patterns detected in 1,518 analyzed reviews

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Facilities

🍳 COOKER 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Parking 🅿️ Paid Parking 🍳 Free Breakfast
Other facilities (42)
Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Bicycle Parking Luggage Storage ATM Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Cable TV Wi-Fi Smart TV Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Ceiling Fan Charging Plugs Security Lockers Key Card Access 24 Hour Security Safe Deposit Box Carbon Monoxide Detector CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Smoke Alarms Smoke Detector Common Room Lounge Room Hot Showers Vending Machines Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser Flexible NRR Rooms 4 Refugees Paid Luggage Storage

Prices

Dorms $56 / night
Privates $238 / night

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Worst reviews

United States Solo traveler Dec 3, 2025 1.0/10

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Ukraine Solo traveler Sep 21, 2025 1.0/10

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United States Solo traveler Aug 17, 2025 1.0/10

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United States Solo traveler Jul 31, 2025 1.0/10

+ THE LOCATION

- THE VOLUNTEERS THERE ARE RUDE & OUT OF 8 DAYS THE KITCHEN ONLY OPENED EARLY WHEN THE COMIC CON STARTED AS THEY WERE TREATED TOTALLY DIFFERENT.! THE PLACE IS AN ELECTRICAL FIRE HAZARD & HAS SEVERAL CODE VIOLATIONS ! I HAD TO REPORT THEM AS I BROUGHT IT TO THE GENERAL MANAGER S ATTENTION & SHE DIDN'T GIVE A DAMN ! I CALLED CODE ENFORCEMENT BECAUSE THERE'S SEVERAL DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL VIOLATIONS THERE.!

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United States Solo traveler Jan 10, 2025 1.0/10

+ Q yo U

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Canada Group Jul 22, 2024 1.0/10

- Nous avions loué une chambre en dortoir pour 4. En arrivant là bas nous étions dans un dortoir pour 6. L'endroit était insalubre, il y avait des déchets dans mon lit. La réceptionniste refusait de me laisser parler au gérant pour régler la situation.

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United States Family Jul 22, 2024 1.0/10

- Customer service

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United States Solo traveler Jan 14, 2024 1.0/10

- It's great if you are 20 and want to meet prostitutes outside the front door.

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United States Solo traveler Jan 8, 2024 1.0/10

+ Rien de tout sur l'hôtel

- Les équipements, les chambres mal faites, le petit déjeuner il est inmangable

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United States Solo traveler Nov 23, 2023 1.0/10

+ The staff is friendly.

- I did not complete my stay as I do not enjoy sleeping in extreme temperatures. The information said nothing about the lack of AC or that the windows would have to be open, even on a night that's would be 50°.

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Recent reviews

Northern Ireland MALE 25-30 Apr 30, 2026 Atm 100%

Really nice hostel! Good vibe and helpful staff!

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USA MALE 25-30 Apr 29, 2026 Atm 60%

Staff was nice, facilities were the best they could be given location.

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United States Solo traveler Apr 4, 2026 10.0/10

+ Customer Service!!!

- Small common spaces

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United States Solo traveler Apr 3, 2026 10.0/10

+ Always have a pleasant stay here. Wonderful staff. Clean, comfortable. Fun activities, including karaoke 🎤 Charming place.

- No negatives . All was good

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United States Solo traveler Apr 3, 2026 10.0/10

+ Cleanliness and great service oh and amenities

- I didn't say anything I didn't like

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United States Couple Mar 30, 2026 10.0/10

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Mexico Couple Mar 30, 2026 10.0/10

+ Es un lugar bastante céntrico y cómodo

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United Kingdom Solo traveler Mar 29, 2026 3.0/10

+ Location

- I was asked to change my room after a night hence had to check out and check in again. Then they gave me the worst bed with the worst room (street side). After multiple requests, and despite having a bed available, they did not move me to another room. They expect others to be flexible and however have no consideration for others, and are not willing to be flexible.

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United States Solo traveler Mar 28, 2026 7.0/10

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USA FEMALE Mar 27, 2026 Atm 100%

Easily one of the best hostels I’ve been to. The evening activities were actually fun. The staff were very welcoming and super helpful. Absolutely love the location, just got a keep an eye out for the actual front door, as it’s super easy to miss if you’re not paying attention.

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France Solo traveler Mar 25, 2026 5.0/10

+ L emplacement si on a pas de voiture tres central et animé.

- Pas de place dans leur parking payant donc galère pour en trouver un autre car le week-end beaucoup sont plein en plus 30 dollars par jour ! La chambre pas confortable et froide heureusement j ai eu droit à une 2eme couverture. Petit déjeuner soit disant inclus, pas de pain ni beurre ni confiture juste café thé céréales et morceaux d orange, basta.....j attends toujours le remboursement de ma 2ème nuitée.

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Brazil Solo traveler Mar 24, 2026 7.0/10

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Italy Solo traveler Mar 23, 2026 9.0/10

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New Zealand Solo traveler Mar 23, 2026 10.0/10

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United States Couple Mar 21, 2026 10.0/10

+ Clean!

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USA MALE 25-30 Mar 21, 2026 Atm 100%

One of the best hostels I’ve ever been to! The staff were awesome and helpful. The place was very clean and great location. I will definitely be returning!

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Spain Solo traveler Mar 19, 2026 9.0/10

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United States Solo traveler Mar 19, 2026 10.0/10

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Mexico Solo traveler Mar 17, 2026 10.0/10

+ Las ubicación es perfecta, muchos lugares para comer cerca.