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Torch Lite Inn

2.5 star property
Art Deco Santa Cruz motel in Westside Santa Cruz with free parking

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Marina
Signature Room
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Explore the area

Map
500 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Signature Room

Signature Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

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  • Air conditioning
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Torch Lite Inn you'll be 0.6 km (0.3 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this Art Deco motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Added amenities include a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz motel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk
  • Main Beach - 8 min walk
  • Pacific Avenue - 9 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 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

Art Deco Santa Cruz motel in Westside Santa Cruz with free parking
As a guest of Torch Lite Inn, you'll find a terrace and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Art Deco Santa Cruz motel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Torch Lite Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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-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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Torch Lite Inn?

Torch Lite Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Torch Lite Inn?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Torch Lite Inn on 2 Mar 2025 start from NZ$136.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Torch Lite Inn?

Yep, Torch Lite Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Torch Lite Inn?

Yep, Torch Lite Inn is a short 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, body boarding and kayaking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Torch Lite Inn?

No, Torch Lite Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Torch Lite Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Torch Lite Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Torch Lite Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 112 out of 1003 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are nice, location isn’t too far from the boardwalk or downtown too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anita

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was traveling with a 6 year old. Staff was gracious and accommodating. We enjoyed the easy walk to the Boardwalk and all the entertainment there. Additionally, we were close to the downtown area. Overall, great location and kind service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ayanna

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ofelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oswaldo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very excellent n family oriented..customer service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were a couple of hiccups at check-in. The room I was initially given hadn't been cleaned yet and the ice machine was broken. But the desk clerk was very apologetic and responsive, moving me to a new room immediately and helping me get ice elsewhere. Once in my room, I found it to be excellent. It had everything I needed, was very clean, the bed was very comfortable and the room appeared to have maybe been renovated recently. It's not "high end" but it worked well for me.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kama

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk guy was very friendly and courteous. Pictures and description need to be updated qs far as no pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the boardwalk and beaches
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was fairly friendly. I thought the room was very clean. The accomodations seemed basic but adequate. The bed was firm but I found it very comfortable. I think the location was good. Some driving may be necessary to find the restaurant that you'd like. There was some noise outside but inside the room I didn't notice anything. The landscaping needs improvement. A person needs to be very careful entering the street because there is some traffic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

nena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

CHONA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, decent size. The only hassle is the parking space for cars.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

NORAINE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and only 5 minutes walk to boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Guss

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, riverside

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Close to the Boardwalk and downtown. Walkable. Owner was very accommodating and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024