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National 9 Motel

2.0 of 5
130 Plymouth St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Orange Cpunty
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 1, 2008

Asked for a room to be held saying would arrive in 5-10 minutes. Had an accident enroute and called to say we were unable to stay in Santa Cruz. Even though it was a holiday weekend and the property coul easily have sold the room to another traveler, they refused saying "it was in the computer and they could do... More

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September 21, 2008

Reservations booked online through a travel agent cannot be cancelled on the day of arrival at the motel.Customer has to cancel with the booking travel agency as the rese rvation is subject to a commission payable to the travel agency.If the travel agency agrees to cancel the reservation and we can sell the room we will not charge the customer.We... More

Santa Cruz
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed August 13, 2007

The National 9 Motel is quite possibly the worst place on Earth. I was eaten alive by bedbugs at the National 9 Motel. I woke up with over a dozen welts between 1 and 3 inches long after I spent the night at the National 9 Motel. The room at the National 9 Motel looked clean but had a very... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2007

Here is what happened: My son and I flew into San Jose from Portland, Oregon with the plan of staying one night in Santa Cruz...then driving Big Sur.... and staying in Santa Barbara for a few nights. My son is 8 years old and thinks every motel room is the most exciting thing ever..but even he was ready to get... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 16, 2006

The National 9 Santa Cruz is a great place to lay your head.Great value,and beautiful rooms.I would definatly stay again.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2006

My wife and I stayed at this hotel for a weekend getaway. We were extremely pleased. It's location is perfect and the staff was wonderful.The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The price was reasonable as well. We would definately recommend this hotel and come back to stay here again!

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Also Known As:
National 9 Hotel Santa Cruz
National 9 Hotel
Address: 130 Plymouth St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Region: United States > California > Santa Cruz
Amenities:
Business Center Swimming Pool
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Ranked #31 of 51 hotels in Santa Cruz
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Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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