Title: National 9 Santa Cruz Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # National 9 Santa Cruz Travelers find comfort and connectivity at this peaceful retreat just steps from the beach, with WiFi to stay in touch after boardwalk adventures ## Photo gallery for National 9 Santa Cruz ![Reception - National 9 Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1370800/1370763/1c136041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - National 9 Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1370800/1370763/b3284a88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks - National 9 Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1370800/1370763/81ccf885.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool - National 9 Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1370800/1370763/b0e51bfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks - National 9 Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1370800/1370763/e152bd04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The National 9 Santa Cruz offers a welcoming atmosphere near the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi to share their day's discoveries, convenient parking that eliminates beach-area hassles, and the fresh environment of smoke-free accommodations. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Business services - Housekeeping £59 includes taxes & fees 3 Feb - 4 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=1370763&PinnedHotelID=1370763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1370800/1370763/3f172bad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed 9.6 Exceptional 16 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 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Mineta San Jose Intl.) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 4 min walk - Taqueria Los Pericos 14 min walk - Jack in the Box 11 min walk - Chipotle Mexican Grill 10 min walk - Denny's 2 min walk ## About this property ### National 9 Santa Cruz Motel near Monterey Bay National 9 Santa Cruz provides a business centre and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 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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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The seasonal pool will be open from April to October Alcohol is not served at this property ### Property is also known as National 9 Motel National 9 Motel Santa Cruz National 9 Santa Cruz National 9 Santa Cruz Motel National 9 Santa Cruz Motel National 9 Santa Cruz Santa Cruz National 9 Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Does National 9 Santa Cruz have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at National 9 Santa Cruz? ### Is National 9 Santa Cruz pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at National 9 Santa Cruz? ### What time is check-in at National 9 Santa Cruz? ### What time is check-out at National 9 Santa Cruz? ### Where is National 9 Santa Cruz located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## National 9 Santa Cruz Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 6.4 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 92 8 - Good 33 6 - Okay 31 4 - Poor 12 2 - Terrible 13 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose 18 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities This is consistently the best motel experience I’ve ever had. Third time staying here. The owners are wonderful and warm and the rooms are spotless and comfortable. A hidden gem. Easy to bike into downtown Santa Cruz from the location. I’ll never stay anywhere else. ##### Rose Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay here, it is in a central location and the room seemed clean to me. ##### William Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 17 Nov 2025 Easy to access close to Highway 1\. I walked from hotel to the Sa ta Cruz Wharf easily enough. Lots of food options nearby. Room was pretty basc but perfect for a night stop off. ##### James Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alec 23 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We have stayed at this location many times and we will always come back to this hotel when we stay in Santa Cruz. The owners are amazing! They are always polite and always have a smile on their face. The customer service is top tier! I have asked for a late check out a few time with no hesitation to accommodate! It’s always an amazing stay at National 9! ##### Alec Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 1 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Clean room and the location. It was close to every place I needed to go. And Marianne's Ice Cream was a short walk up the street! ##### Michael Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice staff, good stay. Nice dinner down the street too. ##### Troy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice gentlemen that checked me in. The room was very clean and comfortable. I would recommend this motel and stay there again. ##### Kimberly Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alec 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Management is super nice, always enthusiastic, and accommodating! I have been to this location many times and it’s the only hotel I stay at in Santa Cruz! ##### Alec Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly owners, good people. ##### James Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marc 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Everything was fine. Clean room, friendly staff. ##### Marc Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duc 7 Jul 2025 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 ##### Duc Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 15 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place for a good price. Close to beach, redwoods and shopping. ##### John Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernest 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Highly recommend ##### Ernest Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Aaron 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great location, super close to Hwy 1, and within walking distance of Pacific Ave area. Simple amenities, everything was clean, appliances worked, mini fridge was cold, shower got hot quickly, parking lot was close (only allowed 1 car due to limited parking, plenty of street parking nearby), etc. Office staff was polite/courteous. I always stay in this area for occasional work (cluster of 5-6 hotels), this was a great price - will come back! ##### Aaron Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### claudia 19 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean and the maid was wonderful. Great housekeeping. ##### claudia Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Reynalda 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great room, for the price Room was nice for the price, bed comfortable. Parking crowded. ##### Reynalda Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 14 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautifully clean as always, excellent location, convenient parking, extremely friendly, kind managers. ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Pleasantly surprised. The room was a little worn and the bed a little too hard for my liking but it was clean, the shower was hot and the pillows were comfortable. It was a little loud from street traffic at times but is gated so we felt safe. Would stay here again. ##### Beth Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane 13 Jul 2025 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. ##### Diane Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean and comfortable. ##### Russell Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 3 Feb 2025 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. ##### Helen Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Carlos 25 Jul 2025 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. ##### Carlos Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tasha 29 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice staff. I would stay here again. ##### Tasha Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean. Quiet ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Theresa 9 Jun 2025 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. ##### Theresa Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Lemon Tree Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Lemon-Tree-Inn.h966170.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Escondido-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-The-Welk.h59916.Hotel-Information) > > [Wine Valley Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Wine-Valley-Inn.h41236.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Delfina-Santa-Monica.h12942.Hotel-Information) > > [Pixar Place Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneys-Paradise-Pier-Hotel.h9503.Hotel-Information) > > [Palihouse West Hollywood at Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Palihouse-West-Hollywood.h13072.Hotel-Information) > > [FOUND Hotels, Santa Monica, Series by Marriott](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-FOUND-Los-Angeles-Santa-Monica.h41510539.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Kimpton-Alton-Hotel-Fishermans-Wharf.h1047.Hotel-Information) > > [Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Sir-Francis-Drake-Hotel.h15254.Hotel-Information) > > [The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-London-West-Hollywood-At-Beverly-Hills.h21097.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Loma Beach Hotel (formerly The Inn at Laguna Beach)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Laguna-Beach-Hotels-Inn-At-Laguna-Beach.h7446.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hoxton Downtown LA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-THE-Hoxton-Downtown-LA.h36712437.Hotel-Information) > > [The Commerce Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Hotel-Los-Angeles-Commerce-Casino.h533227.Hotel-Information) > > [ The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Adler-A-Hollywood-Hills-Hotel.h9761.Hotel-Information) > > [Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Alma-San-Diego-Downtown.h2133509.Hotel-Information) > > [Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Hotel-Corque.h67460.Hotel-Information) > > [CCBC Resort Hotel - A Gay Men's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-CCBC-Resort-Hotel-A-Gay-Mens-Resort.h1654482.Hotel-Information) > > [Magic Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Magic-Castle-Hotel.h27297.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pierside Santa Monica](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Pierside-Santa-Monica.h2094.Hotel-Information) > > [Basecamp South Lake Tahoe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tahoe-Hotels-Basecamp-South-Lake-Tahoe.h1086847.Hotel-Information) > > [Disneyland Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneyland-Hotel.h15276.Hotel-Information) > > [Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneys-Grand-Californian-Hotel-And-Spa.h692655.Hotel-Information) > > [The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-The-Viv-Hotel.h50907370.Hotel-Information) > > [Bide-A-Wee Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Hotels-Bide-A-Wee-Inn.h3520260.Hotel-Information) > > [The Prospect Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Whitley-Hollywood.h42644328.Hotel-Information) > > [The Beverly Hills Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Beverly-Hills-Hotel-Dorchester-Collection.h12057.Hotel-Information) > > [Premier Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Premier-Inn-Suites.h98374288.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Petit Pali Brentwood West Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Le-Petit-Pali-Brentwood.h893085.Hotel-Information) ---