National 9 Motel

2 stars
8.4
Very good
based on 1219 reviews
1,219 reviews
130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA
+1 831 426 4515
Wed 21/10
-
Thu 22/10
2 guests, 1 room
Other
Bathroom
Room amenity
Other
Bathroom
Other
Other
Other
Room amenity
Bathroom
Other
Room amenity
Overview
Prices
Amenities
Reviews
Location
When to book
Tips & FAQs
Nearby stays

Overview

This comfortable motel in Santa Cruz offers free wireless internet, as well as an outdoor pool and a vending machine. It is ideally located for those wanting to visit local attractions.

National 9 Motel offers 25 rooms, all of which are equipped with a hair dryer, a refrigerator and a microwave.

National 9 Motel provides a convenient place to explore nearby University of California Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, as well as everything the local area has to offer. Guests can also find multiple shops and restaurants close by.

8.4
Very good
1219 reviews

Latest deals for National 9 Motel

Wed 21/10
-
Thu 22/10
Deals from
C$ 115
•Cheapest rate per night
Compare prices for Queen room, Standard Room and 7 more National 9 Motel deals.
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Standard Room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

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

Reviews of National 9 Motel

8.4
Very good
1219 verified ratings
Wonderful
462
Very good
245
Good
216
Okay
86
Fair
95
Mediocre
35
Poor
80

Summary of reviews

Pros (+)
Cons (-)
Sort by:Most recent

Show reviews that mention

Filters

All filters

Filters

Review rating
Traveller type
Time of year

Score by provider

All reviews

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 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about National 9 Motel

Low season

High season

Average price (weekend night)

November
October
C$ 147
Cheapest month to stay with an average 0% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 0% rise in price.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

National 9 Motel

Which month has the cheapest rates at National 9 Motel?

The cheapest month to stay at National 9 Motel is January, with an average nightly rate of C$ 115. The most expensive month is August at C$ 324 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book National 9 Motel?

The cheapest day to book National 9 Motel is Monday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 115. The most expensive day is Friday at C$ 195 per night.

How far in advance should you book National 9 Motel?

To get the best price at National 9 Motel, book around 3 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 50% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at National 9 Motel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at National 9 Motel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and October.
  • The cheapest price a room at National 9 Motel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 147, while the most expensive was C$ 147.
  • How long should you stay at National 9 Motel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

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 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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.

  • How does KAYAK find such great National 9 Motel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at National 9 Motel in Santa Cruz and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at National 9 Motel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for National 9 Motel.

Nearby hotels and places to stay

Closest

See more nearby stays
3-star hotel
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz8.6 Excellent (270 reviews)0.12 kmIndoor pool, Free Wi-Fi, Tea/coffee makerC$ 188+
3-star hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG8 Excellent (954 reviews)0.14 kmOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, Free Wi-FiC$ 188+
Vacation rental
Quiet family home Santa Cruz
9.7 Excellent (81 reviews)0.49 kmAir-conditioned, Coffee machine, linensC$ 457+
2-star hotel
SureStay by Best Western Santa Cruz6.7 Good (1,182 reviews)0.67 kmOutdoor pool, Free Wi-Fi, Coffee machineC$ 126+

Cheapest

See cheapest stays in Santa Cruz
2-star hotel
15% cheaper
Seaside Inn & Suites
7.6 Good (680 reviews)1.16 kmWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machineC$ 99+
2-star hotel
7% cheaperContinental Inn7.4 Good (1,117 reviews)1.34 kmOutdoor pool, Free Wi-Fi, Coffee machineC$ 107+
2-star hotel
5% cheaperOcean Gate Inn7.6 Good (812 reviews)1.91 kmWi-Fi, Coffee machine, Free parkingC$ 110+
2-star hotel
2% cheaperThe Islander Motel8.2 Excellent (797 reviews)1.17 kmOutdoor pool, Free Wi-Fi, Free parkingC$ 114+

Most recommended

See most recommended stays in Santa Cruz
Vacation rental
Sea La Vie
10 Excellent (2 reviews)1.47 kmWi-Fi, Balcony, Coffee machineC$ 793+
Vacation rental
Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
10 Excellent (1 review)1.75 kmWi-Fi, Coffee machine, linensC$ 754+
Vacation rental
Vacation Home Seabrightwith Sauna, Santa Cruz
10 Excellent (1 review)1.82 kmGame room, Outdoor fireplace, BalconyC$ 699+
Vacation rental
Sunlit Surf Guest House - Downtown -2bd/1ba
10 Excellent (4 reviews)1.96 kmOutdoor fireplace, wifi, Coffee machineC$ 685+

Good to know

Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

1.5 km
San Jose
42.6 km

More options for your stay in Santa Cruz