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25 Sept - 27 Sept
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
In two months
13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for National City hostels

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

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (950 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
The price is HK$424
HK$482 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Stay Classy Hostel
Property entrance

2. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (729 reviews)
"Super great value, for people looking to stay for cheap, & for people not from the US who are looking to bond with others that are staying with them"
United States
Andrew
The price is HK$564
HK$643 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

3. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (588 reviews)
"Short walk to beach and anything else you want to do!!!!"
United States
linda
The price is HK$470
HK$531 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Private kitchenette

4. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (66 reviews)
"Restrooms were disgusting, showers were clean they were nice , the room smelled funky a little like urine , had an issue with last min charge the night before from a problem on their end . Overall like a 5 6 out of 10."
United States
Jacquelin
The price is HK$325
HK$807 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
La Ventana
Interior

5. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (690 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is HK$934
HK$1,062 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Gaslamp Hostel
Exterior

6. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (246 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is HK$697
HK$786 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Terrace/patio

7. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (280 reviews)
"Staff is extremely nice, and it’s affordable."
United States
Jama
The price is HK$278
HK$718 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hostel on 3rd
Exterior

8. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (416 reviews)
"The rooms are clean, the staff is helpful, and the place is in the center of downtown, so you can easily access all the major museums and places to visit."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is HK$741
HK$843 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

9. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"Great people"
United States
Jose
The price is HK$864
HK$974 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

10. California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142 reviews)
"I’m in love. Maybe with 100 people but they are all so sweet and pretty. Wish I didn’t have to go but they got all booked up. I highly recommend this property. Good people doing good work"
United States
Antonio
The price is HK$582
HK$657 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Sun deck

11. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (266 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 HK$771
HK$869 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
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Top National City Hotel Reviews

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in/out. Pleasant staff. Buffet breakfast just okay. More options should be offered."
Liza 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Find out more about National City

National City Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,466
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$482
Highest Price
HK$1,062

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. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool 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 Petco Park, San Diego Zoo and Mission Bay. 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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