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National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
National 9 Santa Cruz – Santa Cruz, CA
National 9 Santa Cruz – Santa Cruz, CA
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About National 9 Santa Cruz

This motel is off the Santa Cruz Highway One and is 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The motel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. National 9 Motel rooms include a private bathroom. The rooms are also equipped with cable TV with HBO. The National 9 offers guests daily coffee in the lobby. The motel also offers air conditioning. The Henry Cowell Redwood State Park is 5 miles from the National 9 Motel. The University of California – Santa Cruz is 3 miles from the motel. Please use Google Maps for the directions to the Motel. Your cellphone app may take you to a different location.

Amenities

  • Meeting space
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Pool
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

4.1 / 5
Great 1209 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Only one concern: they might think about putting some hooks in the bathroom for towels, etc.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very friendly staff. Clean and plenty of parking.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff was the best I have encounter over the many years of traveling

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We only stayed one night but would happily stay again! Nice comfy beds, cool rooms in the summer and the owners managed to get us in a little before check in as well which was super nice.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This was a pleasant suprise. Excellent location for a family. McDonalds within walking distance. There is also a nice Salvadorian/Mexican restaurant, Denny's, and local establisthed restaurants that are also good nearby. This location is about 10 minutes from the Mystery Spot, the Beach and Scotts Valley. This place has everything basic you need. It's nice to have a window in the bathroom instead of the vent. We arrived late and they had a spaced set aside for us. This location is close to a residential neighborhood so it tends to get quiet at night. Also, even though it is close to the highway the traffic tends to slows down at night. This place is great for the person who is pragamatic and just wants the basics. There was a fridge and a microwave so you could make your breakfast or warm up food. This place is managed well so there isn't the drama you may get at larger chains. It's a safe place for decent people who don't want to spend a fortune but want the basics covered. You can get a good night sleep, a warm shower, etc without the drama and even a good cup of coffee in your room.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The property is well maintained, easy access to all locations in Santa Cruz, and plenty of parking.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room was clean, the front desk was very helpful.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I loved the location not in the middle of the busy streets and good parking The staff was so so helpful and friendly and the hotel is very very clean and comfy I didn’t like that we only stayed one night ! Wish I could have stayed for longer

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

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  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Friendly staff

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everyone we encountered was incredibly friendly, kind, and accommodating. A special thank you to the housekeeping staff, who went above and beyond to help my elderly mother when she accidentally stained a shirt. Their willingness to help meant so much to us. The owners and management were equally helpful. They provided valuable insight about the local U-Haul location and its track record for having trucks available on time, which helped us plan our move. They even allowed us to park the truck in the back while we loaded it, making a very heavy moving day much more manageable. The location was convenient, with easy freeway access, and the room was equipped with a refrigerator and microwave, which added to our comfort during our stay. Moving a child out after college graduation is a major milestone and an emotional ordeal, but the kindness and hospitality we experienced here made all the difference. We truly appreciated the exceptional customer service and would gladly stay here again.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    everything good experience

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Managers were very kind and demonstrated excellent customer service skills! Everything was outstanding!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very well located and convenient for our stay. Will certainly stay again if we revisit.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room was so clean. But the people were just the nicest most helpful people ever. Would definitely stay again.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Shower rod is a press fit type and it came down on my head when I pulled on the curtain to steady myself. Bad ordinarily, but particularly in a handicapped room where balance is often an issue.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Excellent customer service and kind, cheerful managers! Also, the beds were excellent for easing the pain in sciatica and back! Everything was outstanding!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Superb

Frequently asked questions about National 9 Santa Cruz

Does National 9 Santa Cruz have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, National 9 Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does National 9 Santa Cruz offer parking?
Yes, National 9 Santa Cruz offers free parking on-site.
Does National 9 Santa Cruz have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. National 9 Santa Cruz offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does National 9 Santa Cruz have a fitness center?
National 9 Santa Cruz does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is National 9 Santa Cruz located, and how walkable is the area?
National 9 Santa Cruz is located at 130 Plymouth St, Santa Cruz, CA CA 95060. With a Walk Score of 81, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near National 9 Santa Cruz
  • University of California, Santa Cruz 2.1 mi
  • 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake 8.9 mi

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