National 9 Santa Cruz

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
Pool
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At National 9 Santa Cruz you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz motel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mystery Spot - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

National 9 Santa Cruz

Motel with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. 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 a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Microwaves, fridges and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at National 9 Santa Cruz.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at National 9 Santa Cruz?

National 9 Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at National 9 Santa Cruz?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at National 9 Santa Cruz on 5 Oct 2025 start from AU$121.94, including 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.

Is parking available at National 9 Santa Cruz?

Yep, National 9 Santa Cruz has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to National 9 Santa Cruz?

The closest beach to National 9 Santa Cruz is Capitola Beach (6.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at National 9 Santa Cruz?

No, National 9 Santa Cruz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at National 9 Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at National 9 Santa Cruz?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

National 9 Santa Cruz Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 148 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Chris

Business traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Iliana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone that works here are so kind and thoughtful 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes, the property is older. The couple that runs the place have done a great job of making sure it is comfortable and clean. The flowers everywhere are wonderful. So, don't expect Marriott, however, for the convenience and price, you can't go wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Allyson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It did it's job

Hotel was just average. The room was clean, but way too much pine sol on floor, gave a headache. But told owner and she was very nice about it. The people above were super loud, but not hotels fault.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

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

8/10 Good

PERCIVAL, San Clarita

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean. Staff very personable Because of traffic patterns, it's kind of hard to get in and out of, no fault of the owner or staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a good price. Close to beach, redwoods and shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

nadine

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

***
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Clinton

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully clean as always, excellent location, convenient parking, extremely friendly, kind managers.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent as always.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy reservations. Good prices . Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent no-frills motel, very clean, very friendly service, excellent value for money. Always happy to stay here when in Santa Cruz on business or holiday, and always happy to recommend the motel to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room had a comfy bed and nice extras such as a fridge and microwave. The owners were very friendly and helpful. The motel is an easy 30 minute walk from the Boardwalk and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024