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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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Marina
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.4 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 price is $75
includes taxes & fees
$64 per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2025

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Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Signature Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
500 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 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 Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. 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. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)

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

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

Optional extras

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

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
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.
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.

Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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
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8/10 Very Good

Veronica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Jose, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Ayanna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very excellent n family oriented..customer service
Oswaldo, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Gabriela, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

nena, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Stephanie, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Denise, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Terrible stay. Dirty.
I had the worst experience with the manager, he was rude and didn’t validate my requests that were sent to the hotel 2 weeks before my arrival. The hotel is dirty, homeless people around. The beds are super uncomfortable. Reception smelled. The shoes of the people at the reception were all around the floor and made it just not welcoming from the beginning. Just terrible experience.
1-night business trip
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2/10 Poor

Guss, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

The room was basic and dark, but clean and great for the one night that we stayed. Note: the listing is incorrect and there is no pool.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Luis, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

SEOKHUN, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Aleia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Was a decent night stay
Was a one night stop on a longer roadtrip. The stay was fine, location was convenient.
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff and clean rooms 👍 Everything looked like recently renovated !
Jouko, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

I give this review a 1star because the management was RUDE and so disrespectful. I have a mental illness and I require emotional support animal. I called the property numerous of times before my check in date. NO ONE answers the phone. When I do arrive, the male behind the counter tells me that they are not pet friendly. I explain to him that they are registered. He than became argumentative and said that people that are blind and deaf or who have surgery should only be allowed to have services dogs and that my illness isn’t relevant. I than explained while controlling myself from having a mental breakdown, that he needs more education and he has no right questioning me about my illness or my service dogs. He than requested that I pay a deposit fee of 100. Without hesitation I paid. I will see if I get back my deposit.
Ruby, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The owner was very kind and accommodating to us. Thank you!
Jack, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jardof, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, excellent customer service
Pleasant hotel right next to the boardwalk and beach. Short walk to downtown also where you will find many of the best restaurants and bars. Customer service was also excellent. They allowed me to check in hours early and let me keep my car at the hotel after check out for an entire day.
vikas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 1-night trip
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