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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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Lobby
Front of property
Signature Room
Terrace/patio
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
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • 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 CA $129
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5

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Signature Room

Signature Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Terrace/patio

Seaside Inn & Suites

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 752 reviews
The price is CA $130
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
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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
  • Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz 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
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 46 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 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 just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out 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 travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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 available
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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.
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Required at check-in

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

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

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay 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 rentals 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 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 drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

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 onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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-authorize 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.

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

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 to 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 spots 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 like hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking, and practice 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. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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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

Popular mentions

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Christina, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dominique, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Cheap toilet paper

Pillows too thin. Cheap toilet paper.
Rose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night family trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

I felt safe and they were very kind people!
Nicole, 1-night trip
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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 family trip
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4/10 Fair

Le, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nashua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Catherine, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Raquel, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair

Property looks nothing like the pictures. It's on a big, ugly lot with a big dirt patch in the middle. Linens were not pressed and neat. Hair dryer didn't work, and we were only given ONE packet of a 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner. Again, PACKETS!! Not even the small bottles. The tub looked like it needed a deep cleaning. There was dirt all in the cracks of the tub and the drain was disgusting. Hair dryer also didn't work. Would not advise anyone to stay here even for the price.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Erlinda, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Horrible

horrible! loud walls are thin and i got my car broken into no broken windows but they had some key to open newer model cars
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sergio, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Cheryl, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff way very understanding with check in late..
Maria, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
dylan, 2-night romance trip
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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
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8/10 Very good

Nicole, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

CheyAnn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Marisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Manon, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Sofia, 2-night trip
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