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Next weekend
13 Feb - 15 Feb
In two weeks
20 Feb - 22 Feb
In one month
6 Mar - 8 Mar
In two months
3 Apr - 5 Apr

Our top choices for National City hostels

Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (805 reviews)
"Courteous staff. Clean rooms and usable amenities. It's always fun to Stay Classy!!!"
United States
Paulita
Stay Classy Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (411 reviews)
"Clean rooms, decent staff, decent breakfast, good location"
United States
Minhaz
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (238 reviews)
"Every thing was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Hostel on 3rd
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (651 reviews)
"Great staff, clean, great location. Free coffee and tea and a good kitchen."
United States
Brenda
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (553 reviews)
"The staff was always so nice and friendly, breakfast options were just cereals. The room and bathrooms were always clean so 10/10 "
United States
Adriana
Gaslamp Hostel
Exterior

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"The staff here are terrific and the kitchen is awesome "
United States
Jason
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning

Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (374 reviews)
"Great location in the middle of the chaotic Gaslamp district "
United States
Rasa
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Lucky D's Hostel
Living area

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (204 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and very welcoming!! "
United States
Natalie
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Lobby

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (125 reviews)
"I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here"
United States
Maddy
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Sun deck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (255 reviews)
"Ocean view couldnt be better Why i picked this Not normally a hostel woman"
United States
Vickie
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite (Shared Bathroom) | Private kitchenette

La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.8 out of 10, (40 reviews)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
La Ventana
Exterior

RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (293 reviews)
"I didn’t make it to San Diego because my flight was canceled "
United States
Daoud
The price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
RK Hostel San Diego
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Top National City Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"The Best Western than seven seas is special to me because I stayed there as a child with my parents and grandparents. It is old motor in style San Diego or best Western in its old form.. The staff is great and it has a nice pool and Jacuzzi.. It is very affordable.. "
Ricky 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Seven Seas

Find out more about National City

National City Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,231
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$66
Highest Price
NZ$178

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in National City?
Our customers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable rates: Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel - 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the heart of National City. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of 8th St Trolley Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking at this hotel. Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South - 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from the heart of National City. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in National City?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 15°C. Average annual precipitation for National City is 335 mm.
What is there to see and do in National City?
Overall, National City is known for its beaches, restaurants and marina. Major attractions include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay and Petco Park. Get out into nature with places such as San Diego Bay, Las Palmas Dog Park and Balboa Park. Cultural attractions include Chicano Park, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and San Diego Civic Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around National City while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in National City on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.), located 6.8 mi (11 km) from the city centre. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), located 9.5 mi (15.2 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to make use of public transport. Head to 24th St Trolley Station to catch the metro.

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