Hostel on 3rd

1-star hotel Good 542 3rd avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
Hostel on 3rd

About Hostel on 3rd

A stay at Hostel on 3rd places you in the heart of San Diego, within a 10-minute walk of San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park. This hostel is 0. 6 mi (1 km) from Seaport Village and 1. 1 mi (1. 7 km) from Port of San Diego. This smoke-free hostel offers books, games, and a table tennis table. Featured amenities include a computer station and luggage storage. Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Hostel on 3rd. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • Meeting space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

3.2 / 5

The hotel has a great location and friendly staff, but it is plagued with cleanliness issues and pest problems. Many guests have reported cockroaches, bed bugs, and bad smells in the rooms and common areas.

What guests liked
  • Great location
  • Friendly staff
What could be better
  • Cleanliness issues
  • Pest problems
  • Travis Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    I had to work at Snapdragon Stadium for 2 days. Im from Los Angeles. I booked for one night and it worked out perfect. I brought my own sheets and pillow and blanket. They have restrooms and kitchen . You.get what u pay for. $39.00 for 1 night. Ez money. They just need to change out there mattresses. Other than that. Good spot to rest ur head. I would come back.

  • Jama May 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Staff is extremely nice, and it’s affordable.

  • Colin May 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    The location was really amazing (many restaurants and good grocery store close by) and the vibe of the hostel was great, everyone was super friendly and fun to talk to. I had a private room and the mattress was unbelievably awful, felt every spring pop underneath me with every roll. Also, there were cockroaches :(

  • Michael May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Awesome 💯

  • daniel Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    cool place

  • James Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Amazing value for the cost. Pleasent people.

  • david Apr 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Didn't stay there,

  • Jorge Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Friendly 😊

  • Jennie Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

  • Jeffrey Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Paid Parking is on the street in front of the hostel. It is currently free after 10pm until 10am, but only for Tuesday am or Thursday am. There is no parking there for Monday, Wednesday or Friday am for street cleaning. The staff are helpful and friendly. The room was mostly clean. There are a lot of business and restaurants nearby. The mattresses are terrible. They are thin metal springs covered with cloth.

  • Chole Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It is an older building with lots of charm. The staff were nice professional and friendly. It is not as high end as others but for the comfort and convenience to everything I'll stay here again.

  • brian Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    N/A

  • Mirta Mar 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    The location is fantastic but the place not so much. First time in a hostel an it was not the best experience. Cockroaches in the restroom, humidity and smelly rooms. Dirty carpets and not so friendly staff. Not good for the price we paid.

  • Miguel Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    El lugar es común, qué quieres por el precio, el !hilton!, en el centro y cerca de todo, el check in muy bien, y el check out, gracias!, sin queja alguna 😬

  • Elizabeth Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Every thing was clean and staff was friendly.

  • Elizabeth Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Every thing was clean and staff was friendly.

  • Cosette Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything went really well. Great staff. Hot breakfast every morning yummy.

  • Cosette Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything went really well. Great staff. Hot breakfast every morning yummy.

  • Thomas Dec 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Not sure what to make of the place..

  • Thomas Dec 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Not sure what to make of the place..

  • Yeniel Dec 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    What happened with the free towels

  • Yeniel Dec 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    What happened with the free towels

  • John Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Pros, basic breakfast, warm shower plenty of water clean sheets.

  • John Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Pros, basic breakfast, warm shower plenty of water clean sheets.

  • Alisha Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Would love to see curtain connections with the bunk beds

  • Alisha Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Would love to see curtain connections with the bunk beds

  • Scott Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It is a great spot the location couldn’t have been better. Staff were helpful and I had no issues with the room. It was quiet enough with the other guests present. Awesome bang for your buck!

  • Scott Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It is a great spot the location couldn’t have been better. Staff were helpful and I had no issues with the room. It was quiet enough with the other guests present. Awesome bang for your buck!

  • Andrew Nov 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

  • Andrew Nov 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

  • Gabriel Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Property is accessible 24/7. Bring a lock if you need to use a locker.

  • Gabriel Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Property is accessible 24/7. Bring a lock if you need to use a locker.

  • Ariane Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Ease of check in, friendly staff. Multiple bathrooms/ showers available , fridge & cooking available.

  • Ariane Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Ease of check in, friendly staff. Multiple bathrooms/ showers available , fridge & cooking available.

  • Conor Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Only issue is parking. If you have a car, parking tickets are more than likely.

  • Conor Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Only issue is parking. If you have a car, parking tickets are more than likely.

  • Agron Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The thing I didn't like was the communication between the Expedia and the hotel.

  • Agron Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The thing I didn't like was the communication between the Expedia and the hotel.

  • Elizabeth Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great Customer Service

  • Elizabeth Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great Customer Service

  • Abylay Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Only option if you staying for one night and you don’t have other place to go.

  • Abylay Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Only option if you staying for one night and you don’t have other place to go.

  • Ian Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Susie was great to deal with and very accommodating to our requests. The vibe at the place was tame but also the other guests were respectful and helpful. Great location and walkable to everything.

  • Ian Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Susie was great to deal with and very accommodating to our requests. The vibe at the place was tame but also the other guests were respectful and helpful. Great location and walkable to everything.

  • Ward Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    If you ever stayed in a hostel before, this one seemed to be about middle of the road. The location is fantastic for attending conferences at the convention center, and Street it's on is very quiet and safe, so the best of the both worlds.

  • Ward Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    If you ever stayed in a hostel before, this one seemed to be about middle of the road. The location is fantastic for attending conferences at the convention center, and Street it's on is very quiet and safe, so the best of the both worlds.

  • Pascal Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Horrible, very dirty

  • Pascal Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Horrible, very dirty

  • Linda Jun 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    There's no elevator, you have to enter through another door outside and walk upstairs on a dirty carpet. So it's not handicapped accessible 😞. Plus the check in hours start at 4 pm and end at midnight. I have to be honest because I travel and have enjoyed other Hostels because the atmosphere was joyful 😊.

  • Linda Jun 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    There's no elevator, you have to enter through another door outside and walk upstairs on a dirty carpet. So it's not handicapped accessible 😞. Plus the check in hours start at 4 pm and end at midnight. I have to be honest because I travel and have enjoyed other Hostels because the atmosphere was joyful 😊.

  • Alejandro Jun 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Horrible customer service

  • Alejandro Jun 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Horrible customer service

  • murshida May 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Not so clean

  • murshida May 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Not so clean

  • Justin May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    I don't not recommend staying here to anyone.

  • Justin May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    I don't not recommend staying here to anyone.

  • Lisa May 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was decent nice bunk mates and staff was helpful.

  • Lisa May 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was decent nice bunk mates and staff was helpful.

  • Sylvia May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The staff & guests are friendly and keep to themselves. It’s a walkable location for shopping and nightlife too. However, the unsanitary conditions were too much. While I understand that this is an old property, that’s not an excuse for the general uncleanliness. There were layers of dust everywhere, completely stained mattresses, and pillows with holes too. This is a communal living space, practicing frugality, and that’s ok. It’s not ok to have a stack of filthy oven mitts in the kitchen though. I went into the bathroom and someone had sprayed disinfectant but didn’t bother to wipe it up with a clean cloth. They launder the sheets, but you also have to mop, dust, repair water damaged walls, clean the windows, and remove blackened carpet on the stairs too. Nobody deserves to sleep in filth no matter how cheap the room is.

  • Sylvia May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The staff & guests are friendly and keep to themselves. It’s a walkable location for shopping and nightlife too. However, the unsanitary conditions were too much. While I understand that this is an old property, that’s not an excuse for the general uncleanliness. There were layers of dust everywhere, completely stained mattresses, and pillows with holes too. This is a communal living space, practicing frugality, and that’s ok. It’s not ok to have a stack of filthy oven mitts in the kitchen though. I went into the bathroom and someone had sprayed disinfectant but didn’t bother to wipe it up with a clean cloth. They launder the sheets, but you also have to mop, dust, repair water damaged walls, clean the windows, and remove blackened carpet on the stairs too. Nobody deserves to sleep in filth no matter how cheap the room is.

  • Jorge May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It’s a hostel so stuff is old, if you’re good with that, this place is great for the price.

  • Jorge May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It’s a hostel so stuff is old, if you’re good with that, this place is great for the price.

  • Verified May 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Several things not mentioned on the website they take $20 Cash refundable deposit. If you have to use card there is transaction fee to pay the deposit and to get a refund. They charge for a towel also and many others.

  • Verified May 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Several things not mentioned on the website they take $20 Cash refundable deposit. If you have to use card there is transaction fee to pay the deposit and to get a refund. They charge for a towel also and many others.

  • Azhar May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Poor sanitation. Little to no amenities. No breakfast.

  • Azhar May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Poor sanitation. Little to no amenities. No breakfast.

  • Jamal Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Front desk attendant was indirect & rude with their service...

  • Jamal Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Front desk attendant was indirect & rude with their service...

  • Marconi Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Comfortable

  • Marconi Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Comfortable

  • Michael Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    James- the manager and staff were all very nice and really helpful accommodating & professional. Be sure to check out by 11am otherwise you can lose your $20 deposit

  • Michael Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    James- the manager and staff were all very nice and really helpful accommodating & professional. Be sure to check out by 11am otherwise you can lose your $20 deposit

  • Judith Mar 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    They wouldn't let me check in. Nothing made sense. All paid for, reserved and just turned away! Said to go back to Expedia for refund. Terrible experience.

  • Judith Mar 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    They wouldn't let me check in. Nothing made sense. All paid for, reserved and just turned away! Said to go back to Expedia for refund. Terrible experience.

  • Johnny Mar 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    The location is perfect, I think is better put the private toilet for every room.

  • Johnny Mar 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    The location is perfect, I think is better put the private toilet for every room.

  • Mark Feb 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Unfortunately, the age requirement (18) was not transparent on Expedia when I booked a room for my 16yr old daughter and myself, so we were unable to stay. I am STILL hoping for a Refund...

  • Mark Feb 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Unfortunately, the age requirement (18) was not transparent on Expedia when I booked a room for my 16yr old daughter and myself, so we were unable to stay. I am STILL hoping for a Refund...

  • Daniel Feb 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Low price and proximity to the airport are the best features... but i get the sense that the owner/manager is committed to providing only the absolute minimum in terms of service, upkeep, maintenance, improvements, cleanliness...

  • Daniel Feb 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Low price and proximity to the airport are the best features... but i get the sense that the owner/manager is committed to providing only the absolute minimum in terms of service, upkeep, maintenance, improvements, cleanliness...

  • Gloria Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I really like this place

  • Gloria Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I really like this place

  • Kyle Nov 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

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  • Kyle Nov 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

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  • Natalie Nov 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Close to downtown

  • Natalie Nov 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Close to downtown

  • Tito Nov 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    The entire staff was absolutely rude disrespectful. Not cooperative at all.

  • Tito Nov 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    The entire staff was absolutely rude disrespectful. Not cooperative at all.

  • Elizabeth Oct 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was good.

  • Elizabeth Oct 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was good.

  • Noelia Sep 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    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

  • Noelia Sep 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    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

  • Erin Sep 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Check in closed at midnight. This was not very well documented especially in a party area full of young college students.

  • Erin Sep 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Check in closed at midnight. This was not very well documented especially in a party area full of young college students.

  • Mischelle Sep 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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.

  • Mischelle Sep 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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.

  • Verified Aug 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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.

  • Verified Aug 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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.

  • Aaron Aug 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Class

  • Aaron Aug 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Class

  • Marsha Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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

  • Marsha Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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

  • Brahim Jul 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good location..clean place ...manager help full

  • Brahim Jul 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good location..clean place ...manager help full

  • Woolly Jul 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    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.

  • Woolly Jul 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    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.

  • Cynthia Jul 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good location. I liked the kitchen and refrigerator.

  • Cynthia Jul 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good location. I liked the kitchen and refrigerator.

  • Echika May 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Not a place i would recommend.

  • Echika May 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Not a place i would recommend.

  • Draco May 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was nice to stay there for 3 nights I really enjoyed my stay

  • Draco May 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was nice to stay there for 3 nights I really enjoyed my stay

  • Jocelyne May 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    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.

  • Jocelyne May 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    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.

  • Verified Apr 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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.

  • Verified Apr 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    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.

  • Deann Mar 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    The room smell strong of vagrants. The linens which was supposed to be clean smell like vagrants. The dirty sheets stayed on the bed after people left. Fresh air cannot come into the room so it was do stuffy. And the people at the desk downstairs were not nice.

  • Deann Mar 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    The room smell strong of vagrants. The linens which was supposed to be clean smell like vagrants. The dirty sheets stayed on the bed after people left. Fresh air cannot come into the room so it was do stuffy. And the people at the desk downstairs were not nice.

  • Dennis Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Nothing its a pit.

  • Dennis Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Nothing its a pit.

  • Haleen Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Couldn’t find parking, didn’t even check in because the parking was ridiculous. I spent 45 mins trying to find parking outside of hotel, called and was told to park outside in street even though there was no parking. DO NOT RECOMMEND HOTEL AT ALL. WASTE OF MONEY AND TIME. O NOT STAY HERE!!!!!

  • Haleen Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Couldn’t find parking, didn’t even check in because the parking was ridiculous. I spent 45 mins trying to find parking outside of hotel, called and was told to park outside in street even though there was no parking. DO NOT RECOMMEND HOTEL AT ALL. WASTE OF MONEY AND TIME. O NOT STAY HERE!!!!!

  • robert Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    AND THE SHEETS SMELLED LIKE SOMEONE HAD PEED ON THEM 30 TIMES OVER!!! ***DO NOT STAY HERE***

  • robert Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    AND THE SHEETS SMELLED LIKE SOMEONE HAD PEED ON THEM 30 TIMES OVER!!! ***DO NOT STAY HERE***

  • Amir Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Complete nightmare. Please don't waste your time and money. There are much better places keep looking

  • Amir Feb 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Complete nightmare. Please don't waste your time and money. There are much better places keep looking

  • Brian Feb 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect location.

  • Brian Feb 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Perfect location.

  • Martin Jan 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nothing by

  • Martin Jan 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nothing by

  • Bryant Oct 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    No good

  • Bryant Oct 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    No good

  • Maheli Sep 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Buen ambiente, buena hubicacion y es agradable estar ahi hospedado.

  • Maheli Sep 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Buen ambiente, buena hubicacion y es agradable estar ahi hospedado.

  • myren Aug 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    great place to if your just looking for a place to crash while your staying in Gaslamp walking around or going to the bars

  • myren Aug 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    great place to if your just looking for a place to crash while your staying in Gaslamp walking around or going to the bars

  • Michael Aug 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    I could not park in a safe area. There were homeless people and shady looking characters wandering around looking into parked car windows. So I left and did not check in. I would like a refund.

  • Michael Aug 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    I could not park in a safe area. There were homeless people and shady looking characters wandering around looking into parked car windows. So I left and did not check in. I would like a refund.

  • Kevin Aug 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very convenient!

  • Kevin Aug 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very convenient!

  • Victor Aug 2023 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I had to book this last minute trip and I booked it so fast that I didn't realize I added an extra person to my stay when I didn't need it. Chris and James were so thoughtful and offered to give me an extra night too stay for my mistake. I was amazed, their kindness and thoughtfulness is very much appreciated. I'll come back for sure. The staff is kind and welcoming.

  • Victor Aug 2023 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I had to book this last minute trip and I booked it so fast that I didn't realize I added an extra person to my stay when I didn't need it. Chris and James were so thoughtful and offered to give me an extra night too stay for my mistake. I was amazed, their kindness and thoughtfulness is very much appreciated. I'll come back for sure. The staff is kind and welcoming.

  • Imani Jul 2023 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The hostel was older but maintained. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was very friendly.

  • Imani Jul 2023 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The hostel was older but maintained. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was very friendly.

  • Gilda Jul 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    The energy was horrible the staff was not understanding of situation. They no parking you have to pay in the street. Do not waste your time and money!!!!!!

  • Gilda Jul 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    The energy was horrible the staff was not understanding of situation. They no parking you have to pay in the street. Do not waste your time and money!!!!!!

  • Ricardo Jun 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice spot with the basics. Hostel staff was nice and friendly and offered help with CBX input and information.Basics include bed (shared with 3 other guests), Breakfast in the morning, walk-in shower/sink/toilet, and nice lobby. Location is a really quick uber drive to CBX, if planning to take TJ International airport. It is a good and nice simple place for a quick stop. Will use again in the future.

  • Ricardo Jun 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice spot with the basics. Hostel staff was nice and friendly and offered help with CBX input and information.Basics include bed (shared with 3 other guests), Breakfast in the morning, walk-in shower/sink/toilet, and nice lobby. Location is a really quick uber drive to CBX, if planning to take TJ International airport. It is a good and nice simple place for a quick stop. Will use again in the future.

  • Jordan Jun 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location and great staff! Otherwise its your typical budget hostel experience. One thing I noticed, they skimp on the community soap. Soap for washing dishes and bathroom soap for hand washing have a lot of water added. Probably not sanitary. Probably violating some health code. I’m sure they have issues with patrons abusing the soap for personal bathing, but skimping is not the solution.

  • Jordan Jun 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great location and great staff! Otherwise its your typical budget hostel experience. One thing I noticed, they skimp on the community soap. Soap for washing dishes and bathroom soap for hand washing have a lot of water added. Probably not sanitary. Probably violating some health code. I’m sure they have issues with patrons abusing the soap for personal bathing, but skimping is not the solution.

  • Teresa May 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great vive!! Loved walk-in shower room. Reception area delightful. Had ventilation issues; ceiling fan in room seemed to be broken for long time; window had raggedy 1/5th vintage screen, toilet handle broken (unreplaced). Upon removing fitted sheet, mattress was disgusting with stains; Make sure you get a receipt for Deposit!!

  • Teresa May 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great vive!! Loved walk-in shower room. Reception area delightful. Had ventilation issues; ceiling fan in room seemed to be broken for long time; window had raggedy 1/5th vintage screen, toilet handle broken (unreplaced). Upon removing fitted sheet, mattress was disgusting with stains; Make sure you get a receipt for Deposit!!

  • Daniel May 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    Poor customer service. I will never be booking with them again.

  • Daniel May 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    Poor customer service. I will never be booking with them again.

  • Cameron May 2023 · via expedia
    3/5

    They charge $5 for using a card for a deposit!

  • Cameron May 2023 · via expedia
    3/5

    They charge $5 for using a card for a deposit!

  • Verified Mar 2023 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was my first time at a hostel. The staff were very friendly and helpful with questions I had. Their help with having to check out early was greatly appreciate The slight slack of cleanliness was mostly due to other guests.

  • Verified Mar 2023 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was my first time at a hostel. The staff were very friendly and helpful with questions I had. Their help with having to check out early was greatly appreciate The slight slack of cleanliness was mostly due to other guests.

  • Abdu Feb 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice place and people......

  • Abdu Feb 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice place and people......

  • Juliana Aug 2022 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    bed bugs, smells terrible, is horrible, dont stay here

  • Juliana Aug 2022 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    bed bugs, smells terrible, is horrible, dont stay here

  • hsin Aug 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    We met a psycho there…

  • hsin Aug 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    We met a psycho there…

  • Daniel Aug 2022 · via expedia
    1/5

    It is a great place.

  • Daniel Aug 2022 · via expedia
    1/5

    It is a great place.

  • Verified Aug 2022 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Although this is a hostel, which I usually take to mean somewhere between rugged and messy living--I bought a room for myself and so I thought it might be okay. But it really was still kind of a mess, with bunk beds (I was told "two double beds" lol), towels only available for rent, no real air circulation--you really couldn't be in the building during the day, it got too hot--and a window that looked out on another room close enough that you could step between them. I will say the wifi was great, but otherwise it was pretty depressing.

  • Verified Aug 2022 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Although this is a hostel, which I usually take to mean somewhere between rugged and messy living--I bought a room for myself and so I thought it might be okay. But it really was still kind of a mess, with bunk beds (I was told "two double beds" lol), towels only available for rent, no real air circulation--you really couldn't be in the building during the day, it got too hot--and a window that looked out on another room close enough that you could step between them. I will say the wifi was great, but otherwise it was pretty depressing.

  • Dustin Aug 2022 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The people who worked there are very pleasant and helpful; however, the rooms and common areas are nothing short of disgusting. There's a strong smell of urine when you walk in the hallway to the rooms. It's really not tolerable, unless you're desperate.

  • Dustin Aug 2022 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The people who worked there are very pleasant and helpful; however, the rooms and common areas are nothing short of disgusting. There's a strong smell of urine when you walk in the hallway to the rooms. It's really not tolerable, unless you're desperate.

  • David Jul 2022 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    For the money not a bad deal at all. Guy at check in was on his game. Other guests were cool.

  • David Jul 2022 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    For the money not a bad deal at all. Guy at check in was on his game. Other guests were cool.

  • Javier Jul 2022 · via expedia
    1/5

    Place needs to be shut down by the city . I’ve been to hotels in 3rd world countries with better cleanliness. Unbelievable got my stuff and left after finding out what was under the bed and on the mattress

  • Javier Jul 2022 · via expedia
    1/5

    Place needs to be shut down by the city . I’ve been to hotels in 3rd world countries with better cleanliness. Unbelievable got my stuff and left after finding out what was under the bed and on the mattress

  • AMIRBAHADOR Apr 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    It was ok

  • AMIRBAHADOR Apr 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    It was ok

  • Ma Apr 2022 · via expedia
    1/5

    The building was locked it was pitch black in the Building look a banded we never got checked in because it was close we got there at 11:55 no one was around. There was no way of talking to anyone we would like a refund our money

  • Ma Apr 2022 · via expedia
    1/5

    The building was locked it was pitch black in the Building look a banded we never got checked in because it was close we got there at 11:55 no one was around. There was no way of talking to anyone we would like a refund our money

  • Melike Mar 2022 · via expedia
    2/5

    Friendly staff

  • Melike Mar 2022 · via expedia
    2/5

    Friendly staff

  • Christopher Mar 2022 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    You get what you pay for.

  • Christopher Mar 2022 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    You get what you pay for.

  • Verified Feb 2022 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    It’s was ok until they try to steal my deposit and my phones.

  • Ivan Nov 2021 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The hostel is at great location, but everything else is horrible - it was dirty and cockroaches were everywhere.

  • Rachel Nov 2021 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    I couldn't stand the place! The 1st night i checked in, I was very disappointed to find out that the entire place is very dirty and it smells very, very bad that it remains in my nose for few more minutes after leaving the place. After staying there for 1 night, i decided not to come back because the very bad foul smell odor gives me a headache. The bathroom is very dirty and it smells very bad as well. This place has a very bad sanitary issue! It's not good for people's health! Please have them clean their place!

  • Verified Oct 2021 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    This hostel is in an old building with alot of good character. The staff is nice and plenty of bathrooms so you don't have to wait. My room was clean and comfortable too.

  • Richard Oct 2021 · via expedia
    5/5

    And pancakes and coffee in the morning

Frequently asked questions about Hostel on 3rd

Does Hostel on 3rd have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Hostel on 3rd offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Hostel on 3rd offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Hostel on 3rd.
Does Hostel on 3rd have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Hostel on 3rd offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Hostel on 3rd have a fitness center?
Hostel on 3rd does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Hostel on 3rd located, and how walkable is the area?
Hostel on 3rd is located at 542 3rd avenue, San Diego, CA 92101. With a Walk Score of 97, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available