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Our top choices for National City hostels

A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a bed, a chair, and curtains with room numbers.

1. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (970 reviews)
"A place to sleep with a nice bathing facility. All I needed while exploring the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥10,258
￥11,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Stay Classy Hostel
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave.

2. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Arthur
The price is ￥6,269
￥15,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
La Ventana
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

3. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (603 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is ￥8,822
￥9,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
The storefront of Hostelling International 521 Market with a clear view of the entrance and a person inside.

4. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (748 reviews)
"Fantastic , friendly and beautiful atmosphere."
United States
Majid
The price is ￥13,358
￥15,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden doors, and a balcony with plants.

5. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (710 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
The price is ￥14,583
￥16,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Gaslamp Hostel
A sandy beach with palm trees and a bridge in the background.

6. California Dreams Hostel - Downtown

California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (430 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 ￥14,960
￥17,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
California Dreams Hostel - Downtown
An outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a potted plant, and a brick wall.

7. Hostel on 3rd

Hostel on 3rd
1.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.4 out of 10, (283 reviews)
"My service dog got bit by the front desk workers’ dog. Barking uncontrollably all vicious like. I will not go back."
United States
Antonio
The price is ￥5,611
￥14,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hostel on 3rd
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, featuring a sign for 'Ocean's Ice Cream'.

8. ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (269 reviews)
"Amazing staff great vibes great place"
United States
Luke
The price is ￥13,301
￥14,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
A group of people sitting outdoors at a table with a drink and a book.

9. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (249 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
The price is ￥14,850
￥16,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
A coastal cityscape with buildings along the beach, waves in the foreground, and a clear sky.

10. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (234 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was really friendly and welcoming. Also, really close to the beach and places where to eat."
United States
Fernando
The price is ￥13,371
￥15,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

11. 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 ￥14,802
￥16,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
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Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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National City Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,693
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥9,964
Highest Price
￥17,016

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 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'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 Petco Park. Get out into nature with places like San Diego Bay, Las Palmas Dog Park, and Balboa Park. Cultural attractions include The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, San Diego Civic Theatre, and Old Globe Theater.
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.