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

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is AED 250
AED 285 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Room options

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

Signature Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
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
  • Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

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

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Torch Lite Inn provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Torch Lite Inn feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping

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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • 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 available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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-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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is Torch Lite Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Torch Lite Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Torch Lite Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 45 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Torch Lite Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Torch Lite Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Ocean Street and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Torch Lite Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 1001 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 116 out of 1001 reviews" "

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 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Ofelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Joel

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, riverside

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

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

6/10 Okay

Pilikahakuimipono

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Franco A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Aleia

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

10/10 Excellent

Jouko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff and clean rooms 👍 Everything looked like recently renovated !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ruby

Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very kind and accommodating to us. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean & quiet. Also walking distance to the boardwalk!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to the boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daisy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024