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National City Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in National City with free parking

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Reception
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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510 National City Blvd, National City, CA, 91950
  • Place, Naval Base San Diego
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

National City

Located within a leisurely stroll of San Diego Bay, National City Motel is within a few miles (5 km) of Chicano Park. This 24-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Naval Base San Diego - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Petco Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Balboa Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 7 min drive - 6.3 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 in National City with free parking
Guests of National City Motel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include microwaves, free local calls, and ironing boards.

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

These are all of the 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-1:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at National City Motel?

National City Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at National City Motel?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at National City Motel on Nov 23, 2025 start from $60.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around National City Motel?

This motel is located in National City within a short 13-minute walk of San Diego Bay. You'll also find Petco Park and Balboa Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at National City Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does National City Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, National City Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at National City Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does National City Motel have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does National City Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, National City Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does National City Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at National City Motel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at National City Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to National City Motel?

The closest major airport to National City Motel is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 7.8 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 10.8 mi away (13-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at National City Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at National City Motel.

Reviews

National City Motel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 161 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teodoro

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Esperanza

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Preciosa

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

2/10 Terrible

Alexis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very unsafe, we had a crackhead stay next to us and screamed at the top of his lungs from 2am til 8am. Extremely dirty, didn’t even want to know all the body fluids and filth that were on the comforter. Room reeked of cigarettes and like it hadn’t been cleaned
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

2/10 Terrible

katherine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome staff!!
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

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Baked in hair on the sheets. Slept on the covers with a hoodie on. Pictures of property on Expedia don't match up with reality. Probably old file photo's from 20 years ago. Surrounding area feels unsafe. Afraid to walk to nearby eatery. Had to drive a block away to grab food in fear of getting mugged or stabbed. Would not stay hear again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was baked in hair on the sheets and this made us sleep on the covers and wear a hoodie to isolate from the ickiness. Pictures of the rooms condition don't match up. Probably a file photo from when it was new. Real condition is like 20 years later of the same and now frazzled on the edges. Would not stay here again. Surrounding area does not inspire confidence. Would not walk out to neighboring eaterys without feeling like you'd get mugged or stabbed, took car to go a block away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Gabriel, Lathrop

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms smell tobacco it was hard to sleep at night was difficult to get the smell out of the room
Stayed 2 nights 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

Michelle, Chula Vista

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

LARRY

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super small shower head. Tub spout not working properly. EtcSLIPPERY bath tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josef

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

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

10/10 Excellent

Mirtha

Traveled with family
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

Alfredo

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