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Torch Lite Inn

2.5 star property
Art Deco motel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Signature Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk
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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Torch Lite Inn, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offers a relaxed vibe with outdoor furniture and a spacious terrace. Unwind here and enjoy in-room WiFi, free self parking, plus the convenience of 24-hour front desk services. The helpful staff has received rave reviews from past guests.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is £91
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul

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Signature Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Signature Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Deluxe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
500 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 43 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 46 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Torch Lite Inn

At Torch Lite Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. This Art Deco motel is also within a short drive of University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Hardwood flooring in room
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 45 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
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 and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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.

Also known as

Torch Lite Inn
Torch Lite Inn Santa Cruz
Torch Lite Santa Cruz
Torch Lite Hotel Santa Cruz
Torch Lite Motel
Torch Lite Inn Motel
Torch Lite Inn Santa Cruz
Torch Lite Inn Motel Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions

Does Torch Lite Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Torch Lite Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Torch Lite Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Torch Lite Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Torch Lite Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM. There's a charge of USD 45 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Torch Lite Inn and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as hiking, kayaking and mountain biking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course.

What's the area around Torch Lite Inn like?

Torch Lite Inn is a short 7-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5 minutes' walk from Ocean Street. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.

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Torch Lite Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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Location
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Simple spot, does the job if you just need a spot to shower and sleep. Friendly staff
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I felt safe and they were very kind people!
Nicole, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This hotel my family stayed at for a fun trip at Santa Cruz. The hotel was very convenient because of how close it was to the Boardwalk. Overall the hotel room we had was very small but pretty neat, the bathrooms were a little dirty (the shower tiles needed more attention) and the toilet paper was really thin. We did enjoy the stay and the parking was tight, and it took precision driving to get around the area. The front desk worker was quite nice and had the things we need in an instant. I would rate my overall experience a 4/5.
Annette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was wonderful!
Kayla, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family trip

It was very clean inside and outside. Close to things. Good parking. Close to things to walk.
Caren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The host was spectacular and kind. The room was very clean and comfortable. Enjoyed our quick stay in the quaint town.
Julia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay

Great place to stay
Joshua, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

For an airport hotel, you couldn’t ask for more.
Christopher, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Tv was great sizes.

Hotel was nice inside. Great tv size too.
Esau, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are nice, location isn’t too far from the boardwalk or downtown too.
Dylan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for the cost. Nothing fancy, but worked well for our purposes. Husband and I getting away. Great location, except at a very busy intersection that was very loud at times. (loud music from cars). Bring some earplugs if you are sensitive to that. Staff very nice.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place was nice and close to the boardwalk.
Anne, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff way very understanding with check in late..
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not where I normally stay in Santa Cruz but was in town for a night and didn't want to pay $300. Will probably stay here again, the room was nice, the location excellent, with lots of parking. Easy walk to the beach, boardwalk, wharf, and downtown, what else do you need?
Mitch, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Cheap toilet paper

Pillows too thin. Cheap toilet paper.
Rose, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Santa Cruz is a vibe

It was a good stay. The room was clean. Stayed for one night. I would stay here again. Decent amount of parking. Good spot to rest your head.
Bryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay and i highly recommend!
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

definitely recommend!!

great customer service check in was fast and easy, very clean & walking distance to the boardwalk definitely recommend!!
Consuelo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Torch stayed lit up!

This hotel is a hidden gem and very conveniant as far as bars and restaurants. The rooms were very clean and the manager of the hotel was very professional. The price of the room wasvery affordable and right by the wharf.
Jame, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to the boardwalk and beaches
Cherelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay they require a 100 deposit and will return after they check out room
Ulises, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not so impressed. The pictures are far nicer than what's presented, inside and outside especially. The bathroom didn't seem very clean, I could see that the shower hadn't been wiped down well if at all. There were cop cars present almost the entire time, at one point, several of them - some sort of incident seemed to be happening. The walls were paper-thin and I could clearly hear people talking, snoring, and moving around. It was very expensive and there was no mention of an additional $100 'incidental' deposit until we got there.
Lindsay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good enough
Nichola, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was great for the price, and the staff was supportive. Made small talk, and the process was smooth, definitely give it a solid 8/10. The only suggestion I have is cleaning the rooms a little more through.
Eileen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were very clean, with everything you need and the host provided excellent service.
Francisco, 1-night trip