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Featured Hostels in National City

Bed In 8-Bed Dorm
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (363)
"My stay was awesome"
United States
Fred
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (534)
"Never had this much fun in time of a simple night stay! Great accessibility as well. "
United States
Dulce de la
Gaslamp Hostel
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (780)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
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, (643)
"Lots of value for the price, and a great Gaslamp District location "
United States
John
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (2 Beds) | Shared kitchen
Lucky D's Hostel

Lucky D's Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (369)
"Great location in the middle of the chaotic Gaslamp district "
United States
Rasa
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Lucky D's Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (201)
"The house is very Nice & relaxing - location's Amazingly quiet, perfect for a relaxing getaway - the volunteer staff are Wonderfully accommodating - make you feel at home 🙂"
United States
Edward
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Living area
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (201)
"great location and free parking available across the street. "
United States
Saquib
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
View from property
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (121)
"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$215
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Terrace/patio
Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.2 out of 10, (230)
"It is a great spot the location couldn’t have been better. Staff were helpful and I had no issues with the room. It was quiet enough with the other guests present. Awesome bang for your buck!"
Canada
Scott
Hostel on 3rd
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, (254)
"Everyone was so cool and welcoming"
United States
noah
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite | View from room
La Ventana

La Ventana

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.8 out of 10, (35)
"Great place for short stays "
United States
Askar
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
La Ventana
Lobby sitting area
PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.0 out of 10, Good, (85)
"Good place to stay at"
United States
Jose
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Courtyard
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (396)
"It was a nice stay. Comfortable room"
United States
Ivan
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Exterior
RK Hostel San Diego

RK Hostel San Diego

1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.4 out of 10, (289)
"Everything was great."
United States
Carol
The price is NZ$69
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
RK Hostel San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top National City Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room "
Lina 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

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National City Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,495
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$69
Highest Price
NZ$218

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in National City?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets good reviews from our travellers: Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel - 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the heart of National City. Located within a 20-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.
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, Petco Park and Port of San Diego. Get out into nature with places such as San Diego Bay, Las Palmas Dog Park and Balboa Park. Cultural attractions include The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, San Diego Civic Theatre and San Diego Air and Space Museum.
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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