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Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this National City hotel

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast
Hair dryer, towels
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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521 Roosevelt Ave, National City, CA, 91950
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Naval Base San Diego
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Nu-Way Christian Ministries
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(61 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

National City

In National City .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this National City hotel, you'll find San Diego Bay and Chicano Park. Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • San Diego Bay - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Naval Base San Diego - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Nu-Way Christian Ministries - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 7 min drive - 6.3 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

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

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

Enjoy the free WiFi at this National City hotel
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this National City hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South offers 65 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium digital channels. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per stay

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Express Inn National City San Diego South
Howard Johnson Express National City San Diego South
Howard Johnson Express Inn National City/San Diego South
Howard Johnson Express Inn City/San Diego South
Howard Johnson Express National City/San Diego South
Howard Johnson Express City/San Diego South
National City Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson National City
Howard Johnson Wyndham National City/San Diego South Hotel
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South to the airport?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South is 8.3 mi (18-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South?

As of Jan 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South on Feb 3, 2026 start from $63.75, 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.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South to the beach?

This hotel is 12.6 mi (22-min drive) from Mission Beach and 6.6 mi (10-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South offer free breakfast?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South have a pool?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South does not have a pool.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South to downtown National City?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South is 0.5 mi away from National City.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 369 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 118 out of 1002 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tanika Nakeya

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Reyna

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Regina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Elverta

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at this property and both times we were left without hot water
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean, and quiet. Close to the freeway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good. Clean and comfortable. Nice and friendly staff. Liked that you couldn’t hear outside noise. Bathroom could use some upgrades on the extras like the toilet paper holder. But overall was worth it. This is our second time staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Olivia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good, the breakfast was 2 Cereal options, Oatmeal packets, Activia, oranges, cereal bars, packaged muffins... The room could have been cleaner but the beds were always made. I could hear the highway sometimes over my sound machine. The black out curtains were nice. It's convenient being near the highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaime

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aroldo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Esmeralda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Izelice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The neighbors next door were yelling and you can hear everything through the window
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jelisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay, close to the train and bus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the worst hotel ever booked please dont be fool by pictures. This looks like a motel with horrible cigarettes smells . It also doesn’t seem safe in the area would not recommend we left after the first night.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Room was decent and service was good. Breakfast could have been more to offer. Parking was reasonable. Area around the property had transients and prostitutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

April

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin David, Des Moines

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing flashy, but a clean room at a reasonable price. Several good restaurants within walking distance, but I wouldn’t leave the property after dark. Neighborhood was a little sketch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025