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Our top choices for National City vacation rentals

1. Hidden Cozy bungalow close to DT, beaches, & base // pet-friendly //

Hidden Cozy bungalow close to DT, beaches, & base // pet-friendly //
National City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Very nice stay with great amenities. Great location to get around San Diego. I hope to stay here again."
United States
Inez D.
The price is CA $168
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Hidden Cozy bungalow close to DT, beaches, & base // pet-friendly //

2. Rosy Casita with A/C near Base & Downtown with easy access to freeway

Rosy Casita with A/C near Base & Downtown with easy access to freeway
National City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Its always a great stay. "
United States
Delvon S.
The price is CA $122
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rosy Casita with A/C near Base & Downtown with easy access to freeway

3. Contemporary 2 BR House w/ Yard, near Balboa & DT.

Contemporary 2 BR House w/ Yard, near Balboa & DT.
National City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very clean and comfortable with all the amenities you need to feel at home."
United States
TERRI L.
The price is CA $198
CA $396 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Contemporary 2 BR House w/ Yard, near Balboa & DT.

4. 1 Queen Bed | Non-Smoking, Kitchen

1 Queen Bed | Non-Smoking, Kitchen
National City
The price is CA $112
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
1 Queen Bed | Non-Smoking, Kitchen

5. Stylish 2BR Near Naval Base & Downtown San Diego

Stylish 2BR Near Naval Base & Downtown San Diego
National City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"We enjoyed our time there! Is was comfortable, clean and everything worked as it should. We were visiting our son who is a sailor stationed at Navy Base San Diego and his quarters were a 5-6 minutes drive from the house which was perfect. "
United States
Ron T.
The price is CA $204
CA $713 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Stylish 2BR Near Naval Base & Downtown San Diego

6. Charming 2-bedroom house in National City with fitness room

Charming 2-bedroom house in National City with fitness room
National City
The price is CA $204
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Charming 2-bedroom house in National City with fitness room

7. Entire Private House with 3BR, 3 Bath, 2 Parking near San Diego Downtown & Beach

Entire Private House with 3BR, 3 Bath, 2 Parking near San Diego Downtown & Beach
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The home was well stocked, comfortable and perfect for our trip."
United States
Rebecca C.
The price is CA $213
CA $531 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Entire Private House with 3BR, 3 Bath, 2 Parking near San Diego Downtown & Beach

8. Entire Private House with 3BR 3Bath, 2 Parking near SD Downtown, Gaslamp, Beach,

Entire Private House with 3BR 3Bath, 2 Parking near SD Downtown, Gaslamp, Beach,
National City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"It was nice"
United States
Laura R.
Entire Private House with 3BR 3Bath, 2 Parking near SD Downtown, Gaslamp, Beach,

9. Entire Private House w/ 4BR 2Bath, Garage, Gated Yard, near SD Gaslamp, Downtown

Entire Private House w/ 4BR 2Bath, Garage, Gated Yard, near SD Gaslamp, Downtown
National City
The price is CA $244
CA $593 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Entire Private House w/ 4BR 2Bath, Garage, Gated Yard, near SD Gaslamp, Downtown

10. 1 Queen Bed | Mobil Access Tub Nsmk Kitchen

1 Queen Bed | Mobil Access Tub Nsmk Kitchen
National City
The price is CA $112
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
1 Queen Bed | Mobil Access Tub Nsmk Kitchen

11. 2 Queen Beds | Non-Smoking, Kitchen

2 Queen Beds | Non-Smoking, Kitchen
National City
The price is CA $120
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
2 Queen Beds | Non-Smoking, Kitchen

12. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,237 reviews)
"Great for traveling families."
United States
Veronica Dangerfield
The price is CA $265
CA $307 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

13. Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Coronado
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (826 reviews)
"Great area and everyone was gracious"
United States
Berniece
The price is CA $290
CA $319 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Coronado Beach Resort

14. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
Middletown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"Amazing property spacious and perfect location with the option of parking garage!"
United States
Mike
The price is CA $165
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

15. Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (332 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
alex
The price is CA $139
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

16. Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
2.5 star property
Hillcrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (479 reviews)
"We had a great stay! The room had a charming Parisian feel—compact and studio-style, but completely modern and spotlessly clean."
United States
Josh
The price is CA $133
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

17. Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.8 out of 10, Good, (233 reviews)
"Wonderful place!"
Canada
Eric
The price is CA $173
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

18. 'Ted' 2-bedroom cozy house in central location! 10 minutes to Balboa!

'Ted' 2-bedroom cozy house in central location! 10 minutes to Balboa!
Encanto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Beds were very comfortable."
United States
Paula
The price is CA $118
CA $357 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
'Ted' 2-bedroom cozy house in central location! 10 minutes to Balboa!

19. Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park
Mid-City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Overall it was a great place to stay."
United States
Cristal M.
The price is CA $184
CA $428 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

20. Sunkissed home in Golden Hill San Diego

Sunkissed home in Golden Hill San Diego
Golden Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"We were not at the house very much during our stay in San Diego, but it was perfect for we needed. "
United States
Mark J.
The price is CA $322
CA $675 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Sunkissed home in Golden Hill San Diego
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Find out more about National City

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with National City. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in National City?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals where you'll be only 5 mi (8 km) from San Diego Zoo, providing a more remote option to escape the hustle and bustle. Visitors like the top-notch restaurants and zoo in National City. Leave some time to check out the shops and marina during your trip.

What's the top vacation rental that National City has to offer?

Spacious 6 Bedroom Vacation Home with Waterslide & Heated Saltwater Pool: This vacation home rental near National City is located near the beach and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, a selection of games, and a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation.

How many vacation rentals are there in National City?

With 16 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your National City stay.

What’s there to see and do in National City?

San Diego Bay and Las Palmas Dog Park are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. You’ll find favorite places to visit like San Diego Zoo and Mission Bay in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in National City like?

A vacation rental is a private property you can book for a few weeks or just a few days in National City. Vacation rentals provide amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll have all the comforts of home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of seclusion away from public hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you to travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a popular option for family trips or small group gatherings.