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National City Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in National City with free parking

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Near Petco Park, National City Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
510 National City Blvd, National City, CA, 91950

What's nearby

  • San Diego Bay - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Naval Base San Diego - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ginecologa Del Rosario - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Prime Health Care - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Paradise Valley Medical Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • 8th St Trolley Station - 12 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 15 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aunt Emma's Pancakes - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Friends Of Friends - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Villa Manila Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Niederfrank's Ice Cream - ‬4 min walk

About this property

National City Motel

Motel near Petco Park
Close to San Diego Convention Center, National City Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at National City Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 100 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is National City Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at National City Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at National City Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is National City Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from San Diego Bay and within 3 mi (5 km) of Chicano Park and San Diego-Coronado Bridge. Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). 8th St Trolley Station is 12 minutes by foot and 24th St Trolley Station is 27 minutes.

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National City Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 161 out of 1003 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Afiya

Real pleasant staff ease of check in. Great restaurants in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A convenient place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was real nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elybeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes everything works fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very good ,rooms basic but clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff ,older style rooms but clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

Everything was great service and the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Rafael

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Smoking room and ask for non smoking To much noise
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easily accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Room smelled like cigarettes Stains on the bed sheets
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near good foods
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirtha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Balboa Park. Lots of parking space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed extremely comfortable. Clean also. Housekeeping staff fantastic. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did not have a smoking room. Every time we go there there is a smoking room. We loved it when they had one smoking room available. I still do not know if the owner changed the rules or if the smoking room not available. This place has always been pleasant. Having to go outside every 15 minutes is not my idea of a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Preciosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convince to our meeting location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to visit

Great rooms, close to fwy. Wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Giancarlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was clean and well kept. The surrounding areas were on the sketchy side. This hotel is a decent budget option for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Roel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No clean room enough. We found hairs on the pillow and the bed sheets too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hongyong

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn had a really gloomy atmosphere, and the person in the next room, who seemed to have schizophrenia, was yelling all night without anyone trying to stop them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was better than what I expected
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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