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Our top choices for National City hostels

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1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (911 reviews)
"Staff was super kind and helpful process was simple and a lot of privacy compared to most hostels."
United States
Ayden
The price is CA $91
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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, (714 reviews)
"I love this place."
United States
John
The price is CA $119
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Interior

3. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (658 reviews)
"Great for solo travelers, great overall"
United States
Anthony
The price is CA $144
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Gaslamp Hostel
Lobby sitting area

4. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (556 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
The price is CA $98
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Exterior

5. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (404 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
United States
Robert
The price is CA $147
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
Terrace/patio

6. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (273 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Taylor
The price is CA $68
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Hostel on 3rd
Exterior

7. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (236 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 CA $132
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Beach nearby, 5 beach bars

8. 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 CA $218
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Sundeck

9. 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 CA $177
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf 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, (139 reviews)
"I had a fabulous time! Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and HELPFUL! I will be back!"
United States
Melanie
The price is CA $193
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
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Top National City Hotel Reviews

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great place to stay and about 10-15 minutes from everything. Pool was absolutely amazing and a fun atmosphere. There were some ants crawling from our drain but they took care of it once we called."
Kasey 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Handlery Hotel

Find out more about National City

National City Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,078
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $103
Highest Price
CA $246

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. 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 Mission Beach. 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 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.

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