National 9 Motel

2 stars
130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
8.3
Very good
based on 1205 reviews
1,205 reviews
Wed 26/11
-
Thu 27/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$143
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$143
Queen room
$177
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Overview

Situated in Santa Cruz, National 9 Motel is an easy drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and University of California Santa Cruz. It also offers an outdoor pool, a vending machine and free Wi-Fi.

The motel has 25 rooms, all of which are fitted with a refrigerator, a microwave and a hair dryer.

National 9 Motel is within a half-an-hour walk of Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station. There are a range of shopping, dining and nightlife options close by, and the Natural Bridges State Park is a short drive away.

8.3
Very good rating
Based on 1,205 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for National 9 Motel

Wed 26/11
Thu 27/11
Queen room
bed type unknown
$177
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$182
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$205
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 queen bed
$143
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
$143
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
$145
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at National 9 Motel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Physical distancing rules

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Microwave

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Key card access

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

General

  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Outdoor

  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Golf

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of National 9 Motel

8.3
Very good
1205 verified ratings
Wonderful
434
Very good
243
Good
221
Okay
96
Fair
97
Mediocre
35
Poor
79

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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2025
Lovely! I’ll never stay anywhere else in SC.
10
Wonderful
furaha, Jun 2020
Pros (+) Great location near everything
Cons (-) Breakfast and Coffee
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2016
Pros (+) The staff was very helpful. I thought my room was clean and comfortable.
Cons (-) It is easy to miss the turn.

Location

130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Mission Santa Cruz1 km
  • Branciforte Adobe1.1 km
  • Museum of Art and History1.2 km
  • Hinds House1.5 km
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center1.8 km
  • Pasatiempo Golf Course2.1 km
  • Cocoanut Grove2.4 km
  • Undertow Roller Coaster2.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk2.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster2.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach2.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History2.6 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at National 9 Motel

  • Where is National 9 Motel located?

    National 9 Motel is located at 130 Plymouth Street, 1.5 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Mission Santa Cruz is the closest landmark to National 9 Motel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at National 9 Motel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at National 9 Motel.

  • Does National 9 Motel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, National 9 Motel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does National 9 Motel offer free parking?

    Yes, National 9 Motel offers free parking.

  • How far is National 9 Motel from the airport?

    National 9 Motel is 42.6 km from San Jose. National 9 Motel is 47.1 km from Monterey Regional.

  • Does National 9 Motel have a pool?

    Yes, National 9 Motel has a pool on-site.

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