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Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Petco Park

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Terrace/patio
Hallway
Lobby sitting area
Dining
Room (4 bed female dorm)

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

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542 3rd avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Seaport Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Room (Downtown private room)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Shared Room, 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Shared Room, 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Shared Room, 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Room (4 bed female dorm)

Room (4 bed female dorm)

Room (4 bed female dorm)

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Shared Room, 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Shared Room, 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Shared Room, 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Unisex)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

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About the area

San Diego

Hostel on 3rd puts you in the heart of San Diego, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Petco Park and Seaport Village. Highlights at this hostel include free self-service breakfast. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a computer station and a corner/local shop. Plus you'll find luggage storage. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hostel include San Diego Convention Center and USS Midway Museum.
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Convention Center - 6 min walk
  • Petco Park - 8 min walk
  • Seaport Village - 10 min walk
  • USS Midway Museum - 18 min walk
  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Convention Center Station - 4 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whiskey Girl - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barleymash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪American Junkie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Puerta - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Petco Park
Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

This San Diego hostel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
Hostel on 3rd offers 15 accommodations with a ceiling fan. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 20 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 20

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
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
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. 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 and Mastercard. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 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 first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostel on 3rd?

Hostel on 3rd offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostel on 3rd?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel on 3rd on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$131.60, 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 Hostel on 3rd?

The closest beach to Hostel on 3rd is Mission Beach (10.8 km).

Does Hostel on 3rd serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary self-service brekkie is on offer daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostel on 3rd?

No, Hostel on 3rd does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostel on 3rd?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostel on 3rd?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hostel on 3rd Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 183 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kyle, Kitchener

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Natalie G

Liked: Staff & service
Close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tito

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was absolutely rude disrespectful. Not cooperative at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamilton

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia, San Mateo

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theron

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Noelia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They accepted my reservation and said they don’t accept any locals in sd I tried to show them the document of construction happening in my building but refused service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Erin

Disliked: Staff & service
Check in closed at midnight. This was not very well documented especially in a party area full of young college students.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mischelle

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a cool looking place in the reception area until the moment I walked in and the front desk attendant told me to go sit down without greeting me, knew this was going to be a problem. They don’t take American passports. I had to wait before someone on the phone called the front desk attendant to let them know if a room was available. I proceeded to read their reviews while I waited and decided NAW this place is not for me. Hotel.com charged me $106 however hostelworld’s price is only $41. It wasn’t my jam so I left and went somewhere else. DON’T do this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a good experience
The private rooms only have bunk beds. They charge an extra $5 if you don’t pay the security deposit in cash. The room was extremely hot and no AC. Considering the price I paid, it’s a rip-off.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Class
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marsha

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was small as a jail cell, the furniture looked scary to sit on, the mattress was terrible you felt every spring! They water down the liquid soap in bathrooms and in kitchen. The room felt like a sauna! I will NEVER stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location..clean place ...manager help full
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Olivia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Woolly Junior

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They made me wait more 1 hour to check In. The guy told me he had to wait for his boss to know which room were available. Besides, If you check out before 8am, forget your deposit. They open at 8am and nobody will be there to give you those 20 dollars back. I had a flight to take a 5 am. Nobody was a the front desk. I just dropped the keys and left.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. I liked the kitchen and refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Echika

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a place i would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Draco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to stay there for 3 nights I really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Jocelyne

Liked: Staff & service
During the weekend it's great but the week day brought the crazy's and the homeless. They do not have parking like it states however there is parking near by; free on the weekends and late night, pay for limited spot and pay attention to signs for street sweeping. Which will have you moving your car early mornings 3 times a week. It's boring, there was no excitement, and yet I hardly got any rest.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was bad smelling in the apartment and they took deposit and because of payment bank card , they charged me and not give back all amount because of card payment and I didn’t read that in hotels room page. Before my trip, I sent them message in hotels app but they didn’t reply . In the my room and bathroom , I saw cockroaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024