Great first time experience living in a hostel. The employees genuinely express their care for the people living there by constantly cleaning the living space, kitchen, and restrooms. They will provide great knowledge about what is around the area for tourists. Please note that you will be sleeping with strangers that may snore, so light sleepers would need ear plugs (which they provide!). Awesome location right next to the beach, bars, grocery store, and various restaurants/ ice cream shops, too. I would definitely come back again if I visit San Diego overnight.