I had amazing time about 2 weeks lived here. Location: It…read moreis located on Market st and 5th Ave Downtown, in center of Gaslamp area so very convienient for everything. Near by CVS, close to Ralps market, restaurants, bar club.... Room: they clean everyday. They give you shower towel for each bed, also there are a lot of towel in bathroom. So many bathroom in this hostel, one in room and another 2 each floor. Kitchen: this area is big and comfortable with all of stuffs you can use. Open 24 hours, whenever you feel hungry you can make some foods. Hot water, coffee machine,....always ready for you. Laundry: $1 for wash and $1 for dry. Only quarter so you can get change at cashier. A little but old system but good condition and working very well. Customer service: They have so many people who work as a receptionist at different time. I lived here 2 weeks and met all. All of them is friendly, kindly, helful and professional. Impressive work!!! Price: Im pretty sure you will get cheaper price when you book the room at this hostel, or on official hostel's website more than on any online app. And cheaper if you book on weekday compare to weekend. Great job Hi SD hostel team!!! Very high recommendation for all of travellers around the worlds!!!!

Initially I'm always a bit cautious about staying at hostels but this one was really nice. Good…read morestaff that was very friendly and helpful. It was very vibey and spatious and clean. We were provided with bedding and towels. The rooms were large and there was a ton of bathrooms. The beds were pretty comfortable. Was happily surprised by the amenities - a game room and a movie room and a really large kitchen. Also a perk that they had free breakfast. Only complaint is that they don't have a heater on in the hallways so it's freezing. Also it's not very soundproof so it's very loud being so close to the gas lamp quarter.

I needed a quick place to stay near the beach to run my 5K and grabbed a room here at California…read moreDreams. I don't mind staying in hostels and was able to get one of their private rooms. There are also dorm rooms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms. The common area is nice with a large couch, a kitchen for cooking and storing food and a TV. Pacific Beach is a few steps away with plenty of dining options around. I had a nice time here. You can't beat the price to stay so close to the ocean. The staff was great and gave me a tour of the facility when I arrived. You can rent equipment like surfboards, bikes, skateboards, beach towels, etc from the front office. California Dreams has everything you need to make your beach experience fun. They also run a coffee shop outside in the mornings.

I arrived with an 11pm checkin. I left with an 8am checkout. I just wanted somewhere safe and cheap…read moreto stay at during comic con. Everything went beyond smoothly. The room was very quiet. I was first in bathroom when I woke up, so no issues using the bathroom. I slept very well. Woke up twice in the middle of the night, but I'm a light sleeper. Heard light snoring in middle of night. The staff was very friendly. Asked purpose of visit. Fully explained all amenities. Gave complimentary ear plugs. I was a little worried about finding parking at 11pm. But there were a ton of spaces everywhere. I would definitely come back here again.

I stayted all hostels around Downtown San Diego and I can say this hostel is the best!!! This is my…read morefirst choice when I travel to San Diego. Location: heart of Little Italy, so many restaurant, few minutes walking to trolley station, walking to habor, easy to connect anywhere you want to go. Price: it will be cheaper if you book online and price will change everyday depend on seasons. Probably more expensive but not much compare to another hostel around but it deserved because the room and your bed absolutely better. Room and bed: clean, very comfortable, they clean every day after check out time 11am, and then they always check and clean bathroom many time on the day. They have so many bathroom, so I never wait when I need to use. Kitchen: big with all stuffs you need for cooking, coffee, tea, water alway ready to serve you for free. They have breakfast every morning at 7am to 9am with sandwich, eggs, bananas, pancake that make by yourself. Customer service: Thank you very much for treat me like home during my staying time here. I lived here over 2 months for working travelling so I know all of employees here. They are very friendly and helpful. They host a lot of activities during a week. It will great if you are solo traveler and want to make new friends around the worlds. Thank you again for all, I truly have good time when I stayed at ITH hostel! Very high recommend for all travellers!!!

First time staying at a hostel. Lots to like about this place, friendly staff, daily activities,…read moreeverything was functional. It's not a 5-star hotel and it's a well used hostel, but the price was right and the experience talking to people from around the world there unbeatable. There's also free cook your own breakfast. The only downside is the same for any communal living place, people coming and going while you're trying to sleep, some pot smoking (no smoking in the hostel but if people smoke outside, you can smell it when the window are open), etc. still I had a great time. Highly recommend.

When me an my brother got there. It was was a four man room the room smelled and was a mess. My…read morebrother cause of his leg needed a bottom bunk. The didn't want to move the other guy so my brother can have the bottom bunk. The staff were rude and wanted to charge me extra to move us to a different room so we can have bottom bunk. And said we can't just come in here and demand bottom bunk and asked if we had doctors note We won't be staying here no more unhappy customers

I am sending you this email to confirm that you are bunch of unprofessional people that are racist…read more ,that It was a mistake to stay in such a DUMP Place.James Wade Supervisor at Hostel on 3rdhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-wade-b1a7b6205/First  of all you are an employee don't make yourself more important than being a rat and an employee as I can see you have stated that in your LinkedIn page this main  you are very proud of this low class ob that it your low vision iIQ and also trashy family values that you and your parents have raised in the Ghetto. Dear Management Team, I am writing to formally bring to your attention several recurring issues regarding the facilities and service at Hostel on 3rd. While the hostel's central location in the Gaslamp Quarter is a significant asset, several operational and maintenance factors are currently detracting from the guest experience and falling short of industry expectations for budget accommodations. Based on recent observations and consistent guest feedback, I would like to highlight the following areas of concern: Sanitary and Cleanliness Standards: There have been frequent reports regarding the cleanliness of the shared dormitories and bathrooms. Specific concerns include persistent unpleasant odors (notably in common areas), unwashed linens upon check-in, and a lack of consistent deep-cleaning in the communal restrooms. Facility Maintenance and Climate Control: The lack of air conditioning is a primary concern for travelers during warmer months. Furthermore, the absence of an elevator in a historic multi-story building creates significant accessibility challenges for guests with heavy luggage or mobility limitations. Transparency of Fees: There is notable dissatisfaction regarding the $20 surcharge for credit card payments and the strict policy surrounding the $20 cash deposit. Guests have reported that these fees feel punitive, particularly when the check-out process is not clearly communicated, leading to the potential loss of deposits. Staff Professionalism and Security: While some staff members are highly regarded, there are consistent reports of unwelcoming or impatient service during check-in and check-out. Additionally, some guests have expressed concerns regarding the general feeling of safety within the building, suggesting a need for more robust security presence or modernized access controls. As a prominent fixture in San Diego's hostel community, Hostel on 3rd has the potential to provide a premier experience for budget travelers. Addressing these issues--specifically regarding sanitation and fee transparency--would significantly improve the property's reputation on platforms like Hostel world and Expedia. I trust that you will take this feedback into account as you look to improve your operations. I look forward to seeing these improvements implemented for the benefit of future guests. Sincerely,

I've stayed at several hostels throughout Southern California. Samesun Ocean Beach is by far one of…read morethe better ones I've booked. . After staying downtown all weekend, I wanted a more quiet and calm spot for my last night in SD. I booked through Priceline and prepaid my stay for the night at $41 in an all female 6-bed dorm. Mark greeted me upon my arrival early Sunday evening. He was kind, professional and informative. We actually are both from the same home state, coincidentally. After checking me in, he gave me a tour. . The place is huge and very clean. Very much donned in a surfer bohemian aesthetic. They have surfboards for rent, but extra towels, blankets and yoga mats are free to use at will. There's a tv room that leads to the courtyard/lounge and kitchen areas. Plenty of seating either on small tables, benches or the patio couches. There's also a hammock, a front porch with swing chairs, a bar, & vending machines. A couple of clear door fridges are in the lounge area and duplicate in the kitchen. There are top left shelves designated to abandoned foods that are up for grabs. The kitchen is like an island surrounded by the lounge, courtyard and downstairs dorm hall. This arrangement allows the kitchen to remain open 24 hours as the dorm hall side is closed off with a sliding door. Most hostels close their kitchen at night to not disturb other guests, but this is most convenient. They also offer free tea accesible 24 hours and free breakfast from 7am-9am. . There are several single occupancy restrooms and two communal ones designated for men and women. My room was tight quarters, but overall functional. There's a nook with an overhead light next to the bed and adjacent to an outlet. The room has a big window which my fellow roomies did the right thing and opened it wide. The room also has a mirror vanity and sink which was helpful if I didn't want to go out to the hall to use the restroom. The sheets were clean, smelled phreshly washed and the blanket was thick and warm. . It's also not far from downtown. I commuted there via the trolley and the bus which took about 45 minutes. You can cheat the system and take an Uber part of the way to or from Old Town (the bus leg of the trip). I would definitely stay here again and hope to have more time in Ocean Beach. There are many restaurants, cafes and shops nearby and literally steps from the water. If you need quality accommodations, in a great location on a budget, Samesun will get the job done! . Sidenote: There are only stairs inside and outside of the building.

fav hostel to date! location is a dream, price is right, it wasn't very loud during my stay (mid…read moremarch) & front desk was always there; Kathieen helped me contact a hotel when I lost my phone. great people stay here, great people work here. A san diego native might note this spot as 'epic, dude'!! til next time. xoxo

Sergio, Stephanie , Sami and Victor had the best hospitality ever and made my San Diego trip epic!…read moreI will definitely come back again. I travel a lot, and this is by far the best hostel I've ever stayed at!

Staff was super nice, there's activities every night, and location is perfect distance from fun…read morerestaurants and right outside the beach

Stayed here for a birthday weekend and it was such a great experience. The hosts were super…read morefriendly and generous.

This was my first time ever staying at a hostel and I had a wonderful experience. At first I was…read moreworried about my items being stolen because u never know with living with strangers, but coming here and meeting everyone and checking out the vibe made me more confident. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming, got to meet people from all over the world and experience new cultures. Great place to vibe and smoke a joint. 420 friendly!!! Overall great place with great vibes... will definitely be coming again soon :)

We really enjoyed our stay there. It is not a pretentious place and it's perfectly quirky. Well…read moreequipped, and with awesome staff who are very eager to help. We liked all the games for the kids and the fact that you could step out onto the beach. The cooking area was great for barbecuing and entertaining. We like to tell you could just relax and not feel like you're being watched. We will be back for sure

Wonderful atmosphere and accommodations for respite. Refreshed from this seaside stay.read more

This easily makes my top 10 list of travelers hidden gems in San Diego. This magical place has…read moreopened up an entirely new world and perspective for me. The daily interactions with guests from various countries all over the world to the FREE breakfast and BBQ dinners! The staff here is amazing!!! Santi always goes over and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly and everyone has an amazing experience here at ITH Adventure Hostel. If you are a new traveler to San Diego I would highly encourage you to check out the ITH properties.

From the owner: ITH CoLive Little Italy Hostels is the ideal destination for travelers visiting San Diego. We offer…read morenightly and monthly accommodations with a variety of amenities to make your stay very comfortable. We are located in Downtown San Diego's Little Italy neighborhood.

Good location, but it ends there. It is in the gas lamp so know that the area is more of the…read moreparty/bar area and there's unhoused outside. They won't bother you, just know be cautious. You climb to the second floor and that is where reception is. They close from 2am-7am so most of the time someone is there. The bad was the third floor and part of the fourth was under construction. The horrible was even with six toilets for three floors, only two worked. You had at least 30 people fighting for two working toilets on a weekend. There was a line for quite a while. Showers were okay, no soap so bring your own or hit CVS. The free breakfast was okay, bagels and cereal from 8-10. No community vibe, but that is pretty much every US hostel, just a basic place to sleep. There was a massive moth in our room that we had to get out. Overhead fan, but with an ac unit we could not use.

I needed a spot to crash for ~5 hours prior to a redeye early in the morning. I considered just…read moregoing to the airport terminal and sleeping there, but figured sleeping in a (bunk) bed would be better for my back. Booked easily online and got to Lucky Ds. The hostel is filled with travelers who mostly seemed really friendly. I had a nice conversation in the kitchen with someone, while two others were cooking late night meals. Brought back memories of living at the dorms in a nice way. The room itself was basic with two bunk beds. There are outlets accessible for top bunk people and lockers to lock up your valuables. As you'd expect with sharing a room with strangers, there were some slightly unpleasant moments. My first room's door wouldn't open. The front desk tried for about 10 min and the sleeping resident was pretty annoyed having to wake up and open the door. In my second room, multiple people were snoring (myself included possibly). If you can't handle stuff like this, you should look for other options. My experience was pleasant. It's definitely not a luxury hotel, but if you're willing to compromise, it's a great way to save money traveling.