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Our top choices for National City hostels

Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (895 reviews)
"Nice stay in budget."
United States
Nitin
The price is ₩95,794
₩108,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Stay Classy Hostel
Terrace/patio

Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (265 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Taylor
The price is ₩41,577
₩122,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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, (708 reviews)
"great place, quick stay!"
United States
LaQuetta
The price is ₩125,064
₩142,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (542 reviews)
"Busy and fun place to stay"
United States
Samantha
The price is ₩111,427
₩125,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (640 reviews)
"Great place, wonderful people"
United States
Craig
The price is ₩169,768
₩193,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Gaslamp Hostel
Lobby

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (93 reviews)
"Great location. No AC and very dusty"
United States
Ty
The price is ₩93,133
₩105,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Exterior

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (399 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is ₩186,266
₩211,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
Exterior

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (228 reviews)
"The staff was great. The setup was nice and I love the organization of everything there. Also, clean bathrooms!"
United States
Daniel
The price is ₩182,940
₩206,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Sundeck

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (264 reviews)
"Great stay! Front desk guy was a little eccentric but very down to earth. Excellent area, with pacific beach a few steps away or take a bike or walk to mission beach. Amazing stay!"
United States
angelea
The price is ₩194,952
₩219,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"amazing vibe at this hostel."
Canada
Julien
The price is ₩273,012
₩307,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker 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
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (139 reviews)
"I had a fabulous time! Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and HELPFUL! I will be back!"
United States
Melanie
The price is ₩245,475
₩276,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
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Top National City Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean. Rooms are big. Views are great as well. You can lounge around walk down to the bar. They even have a small area where you can buy some snacks. :) very convenient."
alex 1-night trip
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

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National City Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,364
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩105,935
Highest Price
₩307,821

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in National City?
Our guests like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable prices: Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel - 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the heart of National City. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City - 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the heart of National City. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Paradise Point Resort & Spa - 10.5 mi (17 km) from the heart of National City. Located within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Circle. 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 Petco Park, San Diego Zoo, and Mission Bay. 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.