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Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

2.0 star property
Travelers find a convenient base near Petco Park with thoughtful amenities including in-room WiFi, helpful concierge services, and coffee/tea options

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South is in the heart of San Diego South. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, to-go breakfast, and on-site laundry. Multilingual staff assist travelers, while free self-parking and daily newspapers add practical comforts.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a door.

1 King Bed Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a door.

1 King Bed, Mobility/Hearing Impaired Accessible Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Impaired) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Impaired)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in National City, Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South is near a metro station. Chula Vista Center and Seaport Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Waterfront Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our National City travel guide
Map
521 Roosevelt Ave, National City, CA, 91950

What's nearby

  • A coastal city with a large naval base, including multiple ships and aircraft carriers.
    Naval Base San Diego
    2 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • A riverboat with an American flag, passengers, and a city skyline in the background.
    San Diego Bay
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • A modern building with a curved glass facade and a pedestrian walkway.
    San Diego Convention Center
    6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • A zoo entrance with a panda sculpture, ticket booth, and people.
    San Diego Zoo
    9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Kimball Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • 8th St Trolley Station
    10 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center
    14 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Balboa Kitchen
    16 min walk
  • Burger King
    16 min walk
  • Aunt Emma's Pancakes
    6 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    4 min walk
  • Friends of Friends
    7 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South located?

Situated in National City, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from San Diego Bay and 3 mi (4.8 km) from San Diego-Coronado Bridge. Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). 8th St Trolley Station is 10 minutes by foot and 24th St Trolley Station is 27 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 1065 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1065 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1065 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1065 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 1065 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great for the price and good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great especially Martha and all front desk sysff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

orlandos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and area outside was clean and the staff were nice. The room was clean, and received clean towels when asked, they didn't count them. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Raghavendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking with clean room , breakfast is not much attractive and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Loyandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms were clean staff was friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an affordable place to stay and close to the places we wanted to visit. The room was clean and the staff was pretty friendly. Not much options for breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reynaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, clean, good for the money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall our stay was good. Cozy and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yumi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stuff is friendly. It is OK for just only for sleep and go but not for stay and enjoy surroundings area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Staff & service
The room was a decent size. Staff was nice and friendly. They don’t have much for breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rocky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Edgar m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent place for Decent money. Only thing i will complain is the location breakfast but nothing else.. very friendly place .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GOOD STAFF IM DISABLED AND THEY ARE SUPER FRIENDLY ALWAYS LOVE IT HERE
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Parking was good, staff was friendly. Room was ok. No hot water in the sink. Shower tub didn't drain for half an hour after i got out. Like showering in a bath. Didnt try the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rudolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean. Staff was very polite and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, allowed early check in, clean room, came equipped with fridge and microwave. Local to gas stations & food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was very nice. There was cereal, coffee/juice, and some muffins/yogurt by the front desk. Just be careful booking your room. I accidently booked a smoking room, and it smelled very strong of cigarettes'.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, bathroom. Comfy bed and pillows. Quiet. Staff accommodated floor needs. Easy in and out check out.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff during check in was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025