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Torch Lite Inn

500 Riverside AveSee map

NZ$ 173.02per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 12 Oct

Top reasons for booking
With a stay at Torch Lite Inn in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This motel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Mystery Spot.
Popular facilities
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
3.7/5Good 969 reviews
Exploring the area
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 700m, About 11 mins from hotel by foot
Main Beach, 800m, About 13 mins from hotel by foot
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, 800m, About 14 mins from hotel by foot
38
Deluxe Room
1 double bed or bigger
29
Signature Room
2 beds

27 m²

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Reviews

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3.7/5.0

Good

969 reviews
Location
0.0
Services offered
3.9
Cleanliness
3.6
Atmosphere & facilities
3.3
All
4.5+
3.0+
Laarni
Reviewed: 25 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Room was spacious and clean!
ariana
Reviewed: 18 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

I always stay here when I stay in Santa Cruz and it’s always the most convenient. A little more of a walk to the beach but definitely doable. All the workers are super nice as well!
Maria
Reviewed: 15 Jun 2026

3.0/5.0

Good

Stayed with family

The room smell and look clean. The restroom vent was not working. The pillows and bed were alittle too hard. No trashcan in the restroom. I think the worst was the window shade. We couldn't have any lights on because people could see through and in the morning the sunrise was going in trhough the shade eventhough it was down. It was close to the beach. Overall it was ok.
Anne
Reviewed: 13 Jun 2026

3.0/5.0

Good
Room was clean and staff friendly but the images look way nicer than the room actually is. It says “signature room” and “premium bedding” in the description but the pillows are flat and the blanket in our room had holes in it. This room is fine for a quick crash for young people, but we didn’t find the bed very comfortable. We stayed with our two teens who also slept poorly and by the way, they also charged $20 more for our kids to stay. This motel does have microwave and mini fridge plus coffee machine, which some motels don’t offer. AC worked well. Pool was filled in a few years ago even though it appears in the photo (not in description I’m aware but still in photos.) There is a dirt lot full of weeds where pool was. Should probably throw some wildflower seeds out there to make it look nicer. Free parking is also a benefit but overall be aware it’s an underwhelming property. I would have paid more to stay at a chain up the street.
Derrick
Reviewed: 10 Jun 2026

3.0/5.0

Good

Stayed with family · For friends and family

Yes room was cool but no tv or coffee
Elizabeth
Reviewed: 4 Jun 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with friends

Great price and location...Two blocks from the Boardwalk. Room included microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator.
Andre
Reviewed: 3 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Absolutely lovely
Dorothy
Reviewed: 1 Jun 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with kids

When I first checked in owner/staff tried to charge me again for the room. When he say I called my own expeidia number not the one they provided he said that payment was there. Seemed a little shysty to me.
virginia
Reviewed: 28 May 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Nice room, a block away from the boardwalk. great price and friendly staff no hassle when asked for extras.. great parking around close to room. Trader Joe’s and downtown 6 min away!
Seferina
Reviewed: 25 May 2026

1.0/5.0

Below average

Stayed with family · For friends and family

Very disappointed in the property and Hotels.com . This property looks nothing like the online pictures. You advertise that Torch light inn has a pool and hot tub, that’s the main reason I booked with you. We planned a family trip with my grandchildren we booked a couple of rooms . It was an all time fail the pool area is completely filled with dirt I asked the staff and she said it was not pool season so do you dig it out during pool season. The rooms had mold in the bathrooms and the heater had a weird smell that made us nauseas . I do not recommend Torch light inn

Overview

Torch Lite Inn

Rooms:38
Floors:2
Star rating:

With a stay at Torch Lite Inn in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This motel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Mystery Spot.

Description

With a stay at Torch Lite Inn in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This motel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Mystery Spot.

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Exploring the area

Attractions

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

700m

Main Beach

800m

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

800m

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

900m

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

1.0km

Pacific Avenue

1.1km

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.3km

Santa Cruz Wharf

1.4km
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
General
Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 15:00 - Before 06:00

Latest check-out time:Before 11:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-in descriptions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

This property accepts credit cards and cash

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Mandatory 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.

Other fees

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.

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