RK Hostel San Diego

City centre hostel within easy reach of Port of San Diego

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

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Down duvets, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - RK Hostel San Diego (San Diego)

Minutes from USS Midway Museum, RK Hostel San Diego offers a laid-back retreat. Unwind on the rooftop terrace or stay connected with in-room WiFi while enjoying coffee and tea in the lobby.

Popular amenities

Laundry facilities
Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

Rooftop terrace
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Computer station
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Luggage storage

Feel at home (5)

Cookware, dishware and utensils
Television
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 January 2026

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Tomorrow

Dec 7 - Dec 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Patio

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

Freezer

Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Economy Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

Freezer

Stovetop

Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

Freezer

Stovetop

Sleeps 5
1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Comfort Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

2 bathrooms

Freezer

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

2 bathrooms

Freezer

Sleeps 8
4 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

2 bathrooms

Freezer

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

2 bathrooms

Freezer

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

TV

Pillow menu

Down duvet

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Freezer

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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About the area

642 W. Hawthorn St., San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Maritime Museum of San Diego - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Port of San Diego - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
USS Midway Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 8 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 28 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 37 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 42 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 16 min walk
County Center - Little Italy Station - 10 min walk
America Plaza Trolley Station - 14 min walk
Courthouse Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬1 min walk
‪Kettner Exchange - ‬3 min walk
‪Shake Shack Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
‪Waterfront Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
‪Barbusa - ‬3 min walk

About this property

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego features a rooftop terrace and puts you a short five-minute drive from Port of San Diego and San Diego Convention Center. Also, Petco Park and Balboa Park are a short five-minute drive away. Public transportation is only a short walk: County Center - Little Italy Station is 10 minutes and America Plaza Trolley Station is 14 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 7:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- The property charges USD 3.00 for credit card payments
- The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - noon) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Children (18 years old and younger) are not allowed
- No cots (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No on-site parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas
- No alcohol served on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in a common area

Working away

Computer station

Services

Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Facilities

Rooftop terrace
Picnic area

Room amenities

Be entertained

46-inch TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Pillow menu
Down duvet
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower only

Stay connected

Free WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Freezer
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 10.00 per stay

Optional extras

Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of USD 3.00
Fridges are available for an additional charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International

Also known as

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel

RK San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

RK Hostel San Diego Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Does RK Hostel San Diego offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, RK Hostel San Diego does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at RK Hostel San Diego?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at RK Hostel San Diego?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at RK Hostel San Diego.

What are the check-in and check-out times at RK Hostel San Diego?

Check-in start time: 7:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 10 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at RK Hostel San Diego and nearby?

RK Hostel San Diego has a picnic area.

What's the area around RK Hostel San Diego like?

RK Hostel San Diego is in Downtown San Diego, a short 8-minute drive from San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) and 17 minutes' walk from Port of San Diego.