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Hostels in National City

Stay Classy Hostel
1 bedroom, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (666)
"The staff are very friendly and helpful. The property was very clean and easy to stay in."
Stay Classy Hostel
Gaslamp Hostel
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (485)
"Good location excellent staff everything in area is walkable"
Gaslamp Hostel
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (606)
"Love this place super convenient and Great staff"
The price is AED 311
AED 354 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Bed In 8-Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (288)
"Thank you George For Having Coffee and Breakfast ready in the Morning - The place is Great for a short stay. Pretty center to restaurants shops and the Beach. "
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lucky D's Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (2 Beds) | Shared kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

Lucky D's Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (356)
"It’s a good spot "
The price is AED 361
AED 411 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Lucky D's Hostel
Hostel on 3rd
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

1.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (215)
"Only option if you staying for one night and you don’t have other place to go."
Hostel on 3rd
RK Hostel San Diego
Exterior

RK Hostel San Diego

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (280)
"Good location"
RK Hostel San Diego
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Living area

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179)
"Great"
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
View from property

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (119)
"Love it, when I'm 58 years old.. and the stuff very nice all young girls but they very nice."
The price is AED 525
AED 592 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Sundeck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (236)
"The beach is amazing location is amazing building is super old and and falling apart. a dog lives on the property so be careful where you step not cool! Pee and poop the guests we're amazing. made some good friends employees we cool "
The price is AED 555
AED 626 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
Courtyard

ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (390)
"Another great stay."
The price is AED 339
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
ITH San Diego Adventure Hostel
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (81)
"It was really chill, pillows need some love"
The price is AED 264
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (188)
"Good place to stay 🙌, breakfast was really good."
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
La Ventana
Ecotours

La Ventana

2.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (14)
"Highly recommend! Staff was very kind and able to accommodate us at an earlier time, very easy check in and check out, very comfortable and quiet"
La Ventana
ITH CoLive Little Italy
Terrace/patio

ITH CoLive Little Italy

1.0 star property
ITH CoLive Little Italy
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Top National City Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent
"Great spot right on water location is perfect. "
Jon-Paul 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in National City?
You may like the nightly rates at this top lodging option in the area, which has good reviews from our customers: Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel - 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the heart of National City. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool.
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's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 58°F. Average annual precipitation for National City is 13 inches.
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 like San Diego Bay, Las Palmas Dog Park, and Balboa Park. Cultural attractions include USS Midway Museum, 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 Intl. Airport (SAN), located 6.8 mi (11 km) from the city center. An alternative is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. Make your way to 24th St Trolley Station to catch metro.