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Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South
2.0 star property
National City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Great Hotel. Close to freeway.❤️"
United States
Teresa
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City
3.0 star property
National City
5.8 out of 10, (702)
"No breakfast bar anymore 2nd time staying here Very good management"
United States
david
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG
2.5 star property
National City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Fine place "
United States
andrew
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great deal. Wonderful for the price."
United States
Travis
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3540)
"Very friendly staff "
United States
Robert
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Super 8 by Wyndham National City Chula Vista

Super 8 by Wyndham National City Chula Vista
2.0 star property
National City
7.0 out of 10, Good, (969)
"Outside was noisy and smelly. "
United States
Maria
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham National City Chula Vista

National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Real pleasant staff ease of check in. Great restaurants in the area!"
United States
Afiya
The price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
National City Motel

Rodeway Inn National City San Diego South

Rodeway Inn National City San Diego South
2.0 star property
National City
6.6 out of 10, (224)
"staff was kind, free parking, only thing was the room I got smelled really bad "
United States
Sofia
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Rodeway Inn National City San Diego South

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1339)
"My wife loved everything about this vintage hotel."
United States
Eddie
The price is AU$396
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Comfort Inn Sea World Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3143)
"good hotel "
United States
Lala
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area
2.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2313)
"It was a good family hotel. "
United States
Jurida
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (742)
"Friendly staff and clean rooms. "
Canada
Justine
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
4.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3158)
"Great stay"
United States
Laurence
The price is AU$367
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
2.5 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1866)
"Courteous staff and clean room. "
United States
Rachel
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
Mid-City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1328)
"Beautiful peaceful stay"
United States
Erika
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6030)
"Always an amazing stay"
United States
Jana
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
Clairemont
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1281)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gene
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Pleasant Inn

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort
4.0 star property
Harbor Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3159)
"Great stay! "
United States
Melissa
The price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1546)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great property. "
United States
MIGUEL
The price is AU$351
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4116)
"Room was very clean and staff very pleasant "
Canada
Brian
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
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Learn more about National City

Close to the Mexican border, National City is 14 miles from Tijuana. Brick Row Museum, set in an elegant Victoria building, will take you back in time. Experience the city's natural beauty and community vibe at Pepper Park. Take advantage of the city's proximity to San Diego and enjoy visiting attractions like Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, and Cabrillo National Monument.

Aerial view of National City in San Diego

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in National City?
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers a golf course and a restaurant. Reviews from our site also recommend Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG and Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South as top choices for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in National City.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that National City has to offer?
Ocean Breeze Heaven Pool House in La Jolla: This holiday home rental outside of National City is located next to a golf course, and has an outdoor pool, a balcony and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and 1 hot tub. See all vacation rentals in National City.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in National City, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in National City.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in National City?
Based on reviews, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Another top option for your stay on the cheap is Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City. View all budget hotels in National City.
What's the best family accommodation in National City?
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your stay with the children include Super 8 by Wyndham National City Chula Vista and Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City. Also, attractions in the area such as San Diego Zoo and San Diego Air and Space Museum are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in National City.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in National City?
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features a golf course and free Wi-Fi. Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City by IHG is another good option for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in National City.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in National City?
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a golf course along with free WiFi for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego and Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in National City.
What are some accommodation options with pools in National City?
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free WiFi and a snack bar. View all hotels with pools in National City.
What is staying in National City like?
Families will find child-friendly activities in National City, and visitors give high marks for the top-notch restaurants. Tourists who journey to this welcoming city can discover its beaches, zoo and shopping. San Diego Zoo, Petco Park and Port of San Diego are some of the top sights around the area. In National City, there are 58 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about National City.
What should I see while I'm in National City?
A favourite place to visit is San Diego Bay. Additionally, you'll find San Diego Zoo and Petco Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's National City guide.
How can I get around National City?
Head to 24th St Trolley Station for metro travel. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in National City for your journey.
What's the weather like in National City?
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.

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