STUDENT HOUSING & EXTENDED STAYS

A great option for short-term housing!

Save money on housing and live in a central location in downtown San Diego close to public transportation. Gaslamp Hostel is perfect for college students, J1 visa recipients, language school students, interns, travel nurses, trade school students, temporary jobs or work assignments, convention center temp workers, transitioning servicemembers, those relocating to San Diego, and more!

When you stay at the hostel for an extended stay, you don't have to worry about furnishing an apartment, paying utilities, or finding a lease for less than 12 months.

Room Types

All rooms have centrally controlled heating/air conditioning and ceiling fans.

(Not all hostels in San Diego have AC in all of their rooms, but we do!)

Bed in Female Dorm Room

6-bed dorm for females only

Dorm rooms come with lockers-- one per guest. Each dorm bed has a privacy panel, light, and shelf.

Standard Private Room

Private room with one
full bed

Private rooms come with a desk and mini fridge. All linens and towels are provided. Microwave and small safe available upon request.

Bed in Mixed Dorm Room

6-bed dorm for
all genders

Dorm rooms come with lockers-- one per guest. Each dorm bed has a privacy panel, light, and shelf.

Bunk Bed Private Room

Private room with one bunk bed

Private rooms come with a desk and mini fridge. All linens and towels are provided. Microwave and small safe available upon request.

It's not just a bed or a room— you get more!

Daily simple breakfast

Bathrooms and common areas cleaned multiple times a day

Lockers with outlets inside (dorm rooms)

Fast Wifi

Linens, towels, pillows, blankets provided

Key card access to building/room

Central AC/heat

Filtered water station

Laundry facilities

Guest kitchen, lounge, and game room

Check out some nearby schools

California Language Academy (0.7 mi)
California Western School of Law (0.8 mi)
Chicago School of Professional Psychology (0.8 mi)
College of English Language (0.5 mi)
Converse International Language School (0.3 mi)
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (0.5 mi)
Intrax English School (0.3 mi)
NewSchool of Architecture and Design (0.4 mi)
Pacific Technical Institute (0.7 mi)
Paul Mitchell Academy (0.4 mi)
San Diego City College (0.6 mi)
SDSU -San Diego State University (8.8 mi)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law (0.5 mi)
USD - University of San Diego (5.2 mi)

2025 Rates

Bed in Dorm Room

June through September
2 weeks $775 including taxes

4 weeks $1350 including taxes

12 weeks $3800 including taxes

October through May

2 weeks $575 including taxes

4 weeks $1050 including taxes

12 weeks $2850 including taxes

Private Room (full or bunk)

June through September
Private rooms are not available for extended stays during these months.

October through May

2 weeks $1300 including taxes

4 weeks $2000 including taxes

12 weeks $5300 including taxes

Prices reflect single occupancy. Double occupancy is an additional $15 per day.

Please note:

Rates are subject to change. Published daily rates in effect for all other times of year.

Early exit will be pro-rated at the published daily rate.

Important Notes

The is not a permanent residential facility. We are designated a hotel and only provide extended stays depending on availability. We reserve the right to terminate the guest relationship at any time for any reason, except those protected by statute.
For the security of all guests, visitors are not allowed within the facility.
No smoking/vaping, illegal drugs, or weapons are allowed on the premises. Any violations are subject to immediate termination.
Many spaces are shared. We expect guests to keep their area tidy, maintain a sanitary environment, and respect the rights, opinions, and boundaries of other guests.
We have limited space for belongings. Guests are not allowed to bring in furniture or linens.
All guests must agree to our registration agreement to be allowed to stay.