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PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find a charming harbor-side retreat that puts San Diego's best attractions within reach, from ocean panoramas to the historic USS Midway Museum

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PodShare San Diego - Hostel offers relaxation and connection near Waterfront Park. Travelers appreciate the dry cleaning/laundry services, reliable in-room WiFi, and self-parking. The location is praised for being steps from the USS Midway Museum.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Living area

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Downtown San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to PodShare San Diego - Hostel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Waterfront Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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500 West Fir Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park
    Waterfront Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego featuring a bay or harbor, heritage elements and a city
    Maritime Museum of San Diego
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Disney Wonder Cruise Ship. Halloween on the High Seas. #lifeatexpedia #golden
    Port of San Diego
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Diego! #Golden #Perspectives #Nature
    B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mighty USS Midway - an aircraft carrier of the United States Navy, the lead ship of its class. Commissioned a week after the end of World War II it is now a museum ship
    USS Midway Museum
    2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station
    7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot
    14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mona Lisa Italian Foods
    4 min walk
  • Shake Shack Little Italy
    4 min walk
  • Morning Glory
    3 min walk
  • Kettner Exchange
    4 min walk
  • Bolt Brewery
    3 min walk

About this property

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

Hostel near Port of San Diego
Close to Waterfront Park and USS Midway Museum, PodShare San Diego - Hostel provides amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at PodShare San Diego - Hostel offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

PodShare San Diego
Podshare Diego Hostel Diego
PodShare San Diego - Hostel San Diego
PodShare San Diego - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is PodShare San Diego - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at PodShare San Diego - Hostel?

Self-parking is available for USD 20.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at PodShare San Diego - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PodShare San Diego - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PodShare San Diego - Hostel located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay. Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 7 minutes by foot and Courthouse Station is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

PodShare San Diego - Hostel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 86 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot, great location.

The staff is super friendly and attentive to your needs. Great little spot in a convenient location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Was able to walk to a festival we were attending at waterfront Park. Safe, lots of restaurants within walking distance. Only negative thing was that my boyfriend and I booked a shared queen bed and when we got there, we were told it was not available so we had to bunk in separate beds. When we called the owner, she gave us attitude and offered to cancel our reservation if we weren’t happy. Could definitely use some customer service skills. However, the staff at the desk were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Amenities
Very nice people and everything just like in the description.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariane Corrine

Liked: Staff & service
i loved walking into the hostel and feeling very comfortable with the host and regulars there! it was also nice that i met people traveling out of the country which made the experience very exciting would recommend this hostel to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. My first time in. Hostel style experience and I was extremely comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just got back from staying in hostels all over Europe for a couple months. This is nicer than most places I’ve stayed. It’s super quiet. Large fan provides great white noice. Staff is lovely. Great communal space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hector

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has to be one of the worst Hostel I have stayed in. The place itself is very hot. No AC or fans inside where people sleep, it doesn’t even have window. It feels like a oven, I have no idea how anyone can sleep comfortably in that type of temperature. It is dirty, smells disgusting and a lot on the people staying there live in that hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Angelie

Would have gotten a better review if my check in process went smoothly. I let the agent know ahead of time that I will be checking in after midnight since I’m driving all the way from Fresno. She assured me that it was fine and she will take note for the staff. I get there and the office was closed, did not email me the code and the check in details like she said she would. I was there waiting for 30 minutes, ringging the door bell nonstop and calling the phone. This is my first time staying at a hostel so to have an experience like this is disappointing. The manager came finally, after talking to the other tenants outside I guess he heard us talking. He at least acted somewhat professionally. The place is not bad, the bed is soft, the blanket had some type of smell idk if its unwashed. If you are in the navy, this is somewhat close to the berthing expect it is larger that what you are used to. I just came back from deployment on the ship so to me its spacious not a 5 star hotel obviously but its not bad for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ellie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everyone was fantastic when we got there. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout our stay, however the quality of our company left us feeling unwelcome toward the end. This was not the Hostels fault as far as I can tell, it was just unfortunate circumstances about what was being watched on the communal TV. If you're okay with paying a little too much for pod-style accommodations where you may make some friends, by all means. However if you're looking for more privacy or, in our case, members of the LGBT community you may want to look elsewhere. We are two trans women and it was a little less than ideal.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay at
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
An interesting accommodation - all in all quite comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the large dayroom area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was really chill, pillows need some love
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was amazing. Super attentive super clean The overall ambient is great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cozy cobin vibe where one can feel right at home. Conveniently next to little Italy and the trolley.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
safe neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great place to stay for a quick, cheap trip. Everybody in the hostel is super nice and respectful, while also doing their own thing so its pretty quiet. The interior was SUPER clean, the staff does a great job making sure of that. Overall, great experience, and would love to stay with PodShare in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Aidan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Close to harbour. Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Diana Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty place

The worst hotel I've ever been to. It smells like urine, the pillows are yellow from being dirty, they refused to give me a locker when others did, there are cameras in the rooms, they force you to sweep, there's no lighting in the common areas, the manager mistreats you, there's no privacy, and I don't recommend it for women. They robbed me and did nothing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
20 bed bug bites 1 night hellish now
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ismaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying in PodShare San Diego 👍👍👍😀😀

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of the Top 3 Hostels in San Diego!

Was just in town for the night on a gig contract and have stayed at Podshare several times in the last few years. Steven & his staff do a great job managing the place plus I'm glad to see that ownership allowed them to put up a "Clean your dishes" sign!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julayne

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