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National 9 Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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The National 9 Santa Cruz offers a welcoming atmosphere near the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi to share their day's discoveries, convenient parking that eliminates beach-area hassles, and the fresh environment of smoke-free accommodations.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
130 Plymouth St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mission Santa Cruz - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

National 9 Santa Cruz

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
National 9 Santa Cruz provides a business center and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at National 9 Santa Cruz have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 150.00 per accommodation, per night

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

National 9 Motel
National 9 Motel Santa Cruz
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National 9 Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does National 9 Santa Cruz have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is National 9 Santa Cruz 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 9 Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at National 9 Santa Cruz?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is National 9 Santa Cruz located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is steps from Ocean Street, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Pacific Avenue and Town Clock are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

National 9 Santa Cruz Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 172 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and clean room great value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here, it is in a central location and the room seemed clean to me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Easy to access close to Highway 1. I walked from hotel to the Sa ta Cruz Wharf easily enough. Lots of food options nearby. Room was pretty basc but perfect for a night stop off.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice gentlemen that checked me in. The room was very clean and comfortable. I would recommend this motel and stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Management is super nice, always enthusiastic, and accommodating! I have been to this location many times and it’s the only hotel I stay at in Santa Cruz!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Santa Cruz!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, good stay. Nice dinner down the street too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners, good people.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Nice and easy on and off Hyw 17!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would happily stay here again. The rooms were spotless. I worried a little that because of the location it might be noisy, but it was very quiet. Close to everything, but off the main streets. Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness
Great people running the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Killian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay for the price. friendly staff. quiet. clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was specious and clean, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had two rooms not only did we get rooms right next to each other but the owners are extremely nice people. We absolutely would stay again, by far one of the best places I've stayed in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent breakfast. Good Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the owners
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, i liked that our room was private and behind the main set of rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

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

Ome night stay

Pleasent and great servicd
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Amenities
Nice place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much better than I hoped for, I'll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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