National 9 Inn Sand Canyon

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Cortez

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Restaurant
TV
Interior
TV
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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301 W Main St, Cortez, CO, 81321
  • Cortez Cultural Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Cortez

City center stay.Your stay at this motel will put you steps from Notah Dineh Trading Company and Museum and a 5-minute walk from Cultural Park. Cortez Cultural Center and Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cortez Cultural Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cultural Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 17 min drive - 12.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maverik - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪WildEdge Brewing Collective - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬15 min walk

About this property

National 9 Inn Sand Canyon

Motel perfectly located for exploring Cortez
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at National 9 Inn Sand Canyon. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cortez motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
National 9 Inn Sand Canyon offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include single sofa beds. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 10 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals 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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is National 9 Inn Sand Canyon to the airport?

National 9 Inn Sand Canyon is 4.5 mi (7-min drive) away from the Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at National 9 Inn Sand Canyon?

As of Sep 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at National 9 Inn Sand Canyon on Sep 6, 2025 start from $59.99, 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 National 9 Inn Sand Canyon have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at National 9 Inn Sand Canyon.

Does National 9 Inn Sand Canyon offer free breakfast?

National 9 Inn Sand Canyon does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at National 9 Inn Sand Canyon?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Ute Mountain Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at National 9 Inn Sand Canyon?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM.

Is there free parking at National 9 Inn Sand Canyon?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does National 9 Inn Sand Canyon have a pool?

National 9 Inn Sand Canyon does not have a pool.

Does National 9 Inn Sand Canyon have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does National 9 Inn Sand Canyon have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is National 9 Inn Sand Canyon to downtown Cortez?

National 9 Inn Sand Canyon is 0.3 mi away from Cortez.

National 9 Inn Sand Canyon Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 94 out of 322 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hubert

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wish it could be better

The front desk was very helpful with everything! Location was ok but the bed was very uncomfortable. And we had someone try to open our door twice during our stay. Parking was difficult as the markings were very hard to see. However, the staff was fabulous, helping with all our concerns and needs. The hotel just needs some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Motel was in town, easy to find, quiet, comfortable, and clean. Managers were very friendly. Restaurants were nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Duwayne

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Millie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower had someone else’s hair in it, there was a 1/4 roll of toilet paper, no coffee maker, and bikers rumbled thru the parking lot all evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jose

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just trashy no parking space lot of beer cans in laundry room
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good place to stay near Mesa Verde

Well located in Cortez, about a 30 minute drive from Mesa Verde National Park. Room was spacious and I was always able to park outside. WiFi worked well during my stay and check in and check out process was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Pearl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For a budget motel very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

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

Bach Again

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We could not get the TV to turn on. There was no microwave or coffee maker in the room. We needed to take the back off the toilet tank after flushing it to push the piece down so the tank could fill back up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEAN PHILIPPE

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons aimé l'accueil très sympathique, le confort de la chambre qui mériterait quand-même un petit rajeunissement. Bon rapport qualité prix
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Corinn

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Slawomir

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run-down and in need of fixing and sprucing up!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

VERY disappointed

The check in staff was nice, but everything beyond that was disappointing. Not well maintained, very old, sketchy hotel. Bed was comfortable, a fair amount of space in room but low quality on everything else. Breakfast consisted of coffee, cheerios and white bread for toasting. Did not feel safe all night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gwendal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed two nights. Old and dirty suite, smelled bad. We kept the reservation as we were visiting Mesa Verde and were too tired to change it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Patrick

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Janice

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Knew better as we walked in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024