"An excellent pool and a location, this immaculately clean and welcoming Motel met my expectations."
Rita from United States
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"The room was quiet. Once the door is closed, you hear nothing outside."
Joe from United States
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"Bonus was the pool which my son and I had to ourselves."
Lisa from United Kingdom
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"Conveniently located on Ocean Street at the end of the freeway from San Jose."
Peter from United States
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"The location was a busy street corner, but inside the room, you could not hear the noise."
Trigg from United States
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2-star family-operated motel with outdoor pool near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Amenities
The National 9 Motel offers an outdoor swimming pool and free on-site parking. The property is equipped with CCTV outside and key card access for security. A vending machine is available on-site, and daily housekeeping is provided.
Rooms
Each room includes a private bathroom with a large bathtub as noted by guests. Rooms come with cable TV including HBO, along with air conditioning and heating. The motel provides non-smoking rooms throughout the property.
Location
The motel is located off Highway 1, 2 miles from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Henry Cowell Redwood State Park is 5 miles away, and the University of California - Santa Cruz is 3 miles from the motel. Nearby restaurants include Denny's and other local eateries within walking distance.
Family-Friendly
The motel is family-operated and provides a welcoming atmosphere for families with children. An outdoor pool is available for guest use, and rooms with two queen beds can accommodate families. The fenced parking lot and quiet rooms despite the freeway location add to a safe stay.
Safety & Security
Security features include CCTV outside the property and key card access to rooms. Smoke alarms are installed in all rooms, and the parking lot is fully lighted at night. The motel also has a gated parking area for added safety.
Highlights
Location: 2 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Rooms: Non-smoking rooms with HBO and large bathtubs
Amenities: Outdoor pool, free parking, vending machine