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Compare 14 Hostels in National City with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Stay Classy Hostel
Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (418)
"The facility is very convenient. Bathrooms were clean"
The price is $66
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay Classy Hostel
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Bed In 8-Bed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
1.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"Great price"
The price is $146
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Property entrance
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (460)
"My stay was excellent, the staff was friendly. The bathroom by my room had a sewerage smell, other than that excellent place for a business trip "
The price is $85
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
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Gaslamp Hostel
Interior
Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (345)
"The Gaslamp Hostel is a great place to stay in Gaslamp. Amazing location, service and staff! Kate, Shannon, Pedro, Madison, Meg, Erika, Isadora, just to name a few, are legends and will make your day and your stay. Totally recommend staying here!"
The price is $135
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Gaslamp 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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (299)
"Great service & the price is unreal for the area as well as the services & quality of stay. Would do this again"
The price is $83
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Lucky D's Hostel
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Living area
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52)
"Everyone was very friendly "
The price is $142
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Hostel on 3rd
Terrace/patio
Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (151)
"It was nice to stay there for 3 nights I really enjoyed my stay"
The price is $31
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Hostel on 3rd
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Beach/ocean view
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (189)
"The staff is very kind & helpful. "
The price is $145
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf 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, (117)
"Very friendly! Clean . Loved it here!"
The price is $95
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
International Travelers House Adventure Hostel
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing
International Travelers House Adventure Hostel
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (349)
"Comfy and great atmosphere~"
The price is $97
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
International Travelers House Adventure Hostel
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
Lobby sitting area
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (55)
" Very nice people and everything just like in the description."
The price is $60
$66 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
PodShare San Diego - Hostel
RK Hostel San Diego
Exterior
RK Hostel San Diego
1.5 star property
5.2 out of 10, (236)
"The place is pretty run down. I'm glad my wife was not with me. She would not have stayed. I did not notice on the website there are no towels in the room and you have to bring your own or ask for them at $10/each. "
The price is $91
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
RK Hostel San Diego
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
View from property
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (89)
"We stayed during 4 days in a private room! Nothing bad to say, very clean, closed of lot bars, restaurants and shops! And 30 seconds walk to the beach "
The price is $121
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
ITH CoLive Little Italy
Terrace/patio
ITH CoLive Little Italy
1.0 star property
ITH CoLive Little Italy
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Other property types in National City

Coronado Beach Resort
Beach nearby
Coronado Beach Resort
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (603)
"From the second I walked in and was greeted by Eric after a long drive, the day turned beautiful! I felt at home. Across the street from the most beautiful beach, all the bars and restaurants you can possibly imagine, and the jacuzzi on the third floor overlooking the Coronado beach is a huge plus to your stay! "
The price is $245
$313 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Coronado Beach Resort
Sonder The Bungalows
Microwave, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Sonder The Bungalows
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (50)
"I booked this trip last minute and was excited to find this cute place in Little Italy. It exceeded my expectations and I look forward to going back, I highly recommend this property. It's a small, boutique style property. The app was super easy to use and the directions to the property were spot on. The app had all the information I needed as well as recommendations and points of interest. Everything inside and out was clean, well presented and comfortable. The bed was so comfortable and I...
The price is $213
$236 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Sonder The Bungalows
La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
Property grounds
La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Such a cute space. Perfect cartoon for our wedding event. Host left us a nice bottle of wine. It was perfect. Thank you. "
La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

National City Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,903
Accommodation
14 Hostels
Lowest Price
$31
Highest Price
$146

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. Located within a 20-minute walk of Old Town San Diego State Park. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk.
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 Mission Beach. Get out into nature with places like San Diego Bay, Balboa Park, and Coronado Beach. 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.

Recent reviews of National City hotels
Expedia verified reviews

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

5/5 Excellent
"Great stay! Very friendly staff. Clean, comfortable room. Only thing that wasn't great was parking lot was full and difficult to find spot in the evening. "
A verified traveler stayed at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Posted 10 hours ago
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel