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National 9 Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Seasonal outdoor pool
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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130 Plymouth St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Also, Ocean Street is within half a mile (1 km) and Pacific Avenue is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Mystery Spot - 6 min drive - 3.4 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 in Santa Cruz
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. A seasonal outdoor pool and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly National 9 Santa Cruz. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
National 9 Santa Cruz offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Microwaves, refrigerators, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

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

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per night

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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. 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Alcohol isn't served at National 9 Santa Cruz.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is National 9 Santa Cruz to the airport?

National 9 Santa Cruz is 15.1 mi (17-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does National 9 Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at National 9 Santa Cruz.

How close is National 9 Santa Cruz to the beach?

This motel is 4.9 mi (11-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 1.8 mi (7-min drive) from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does National 9 Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

National 9 Santa Cruz does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at National 9 Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at National 9 Santa Cruz?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does National 9 Santa Cruz have a pool?

National 9 Santa Cruz features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does National 9 Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is National 9 Santa Cruz to downtown Santa Cruz?

National 9 Santa Cruz is 0.5 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Reviews

National 9 Santa Cruz Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Alejandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Liwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous central location and friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What we didn’t like was the parking and staff complaining about space for parking. What we liked about the facility. The rooms were very clean and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Everyone working there was very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melkin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was basic, but very clean and comfortable. My only complaint is that the odorizer they use when cleaning the rooms is overpowering. Way too overdone and the smell never goes away. It was bad enough that I might not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious and looked like it had been recently updated. The bed was comfortable and the cable TV offered many channel selections.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Lorien

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From start to finish, everything was awesome. Walking in the door was greeted with some warm welcoming. Our place was clean employees are sweet and nice and asked how our day is Mahalo
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

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Amenities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Reynalda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great room, for the price

Room was nice for the price, bed comfortable. Parking crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

4/10 Poor

Chris

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
So I’m being sour grapes probably because I drive a big truck for work and they shoved me in a corner in the back I could barely fit so I took up two parking spaces only to get woke up at 10 o’clock at night to be asked to scoot my truck over to one spot against a fence wich I could barely get out of in the morning at 6:30 when I had to leave
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the maid was wonderful. Great housekeeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

miguel

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

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