When you stay at National City Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Balboa Park and Port of San Diego are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: 8th St Trolley Station is just 12 minutes by foot.
San Diego Convention Center - 5 min drive - 7.1 km
Balboa Park - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
San Diego Zoo - 7 min drive - 10.1 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 13 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 20 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 33 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 15 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 20 min drive
8th St Trolley Station - 12 min walk
24th St Trolley Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
Jack in the Box - 5 min walk
Aunt Emma's Pancakes - 5 min walk
Burger King - 15 min walk
Friends Of Friends - 6 min walk
664 Tj Birrieria - 11 min walk
About this property
National City Motel
When you stay at National City Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Balboa Park and Port of San Diego are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: 8th St Trolley Station is just 12 minutes by foot.
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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Frequently asked questions
Does National City Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, National City Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at National City Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at National City Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at National City Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What's the area around National City Motel like?
National City Motel is located a short 13-minute walk from San Diego Bay.
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National City Motel Reviews
Reviews
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jul 31, 2025
Staff very good ,rooms basic but clean and comfortable
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2025
Great staff ,older style rooms but clean and tidy
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Awesome staff!!
Nickie
Nickie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
Todo muy bueno
CORAL
CORAL, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Nice place to visit
Great rooms, close to fwy. Wonderful staff
Alicia
Alicia, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 8, 2025
Hell motel
There were prostitution in the rooms, there was a guy trying to con people, room wasn’t clean daily when I brought to the attention of the management they said don’t worry they’re harmless and they didn’t even apologize . It was scary!!!!
Esperanza
Esperanza, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Todo estuvo vien creo q no uvo nada malo todo edtubo perfecto
Miguel
Miguel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Clean room with comfortable bed, fridge & good shower. Good free TV channels for sports & movies. Close to freeway but no traffic noise. Large mall with good restaurants, movies, etc 2 miles down road. Bsasic family owned, updated motel. Reasonably priced and staff was very friendly and accommodating. I’ve stayed twice and will return because location is close to hospitals.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Unique
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Peaceful
Rhajamien
Rhajamien, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Staff is super friendly and accommodating hotel is charming quaint and quiet
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2025
It was quiet
Salvador
Salvador, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Unique
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
it clean, man who checked me in was really nice. it is a older property but seems well maintained but the room did have a old closet smell, nothing a few blasts of fabreeze could not clear up. it is a economy hotel so must put things in perspective.
j kenneth
j kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
Good
Miguel
Miguel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
I like everything
Marisela
Marisela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Great staff
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 19, 2024
Good hotel for 2 days.
Basar
Basar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Unique
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Unique
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2024
Great customer service and good location. The motel is reasonably priced and decent. We have stayed here before and we have had no problems.
Alejandra
Alejandra, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 30, 2025
Not going back
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2024
Decent for the price and location.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2024
Was great.
Mitchel
Mitchel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
Nice!
I had a wonderful stay. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff were warm and welcoming from the moment I arrived. My room was clean, and comfortable. The location was great! with plenty of stuff just a short walk away. Overall, I had a fantastic experience and would happily recommend this hotel to anyone.