Torch Lite Inn

500 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 US
View Map Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
2.5 Star Property Near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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07/27/2026 - 07/28/2026
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Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Verified Reviews of Torch Lite Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Nice Stay at Torch Lite Inn"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I was impressed with cleanliness of rooms and the hotel. Nice balcony to enjoy a late night spirit with friend or family. Close proximity to everything. Front desk clerk very accommodating and friendly. All in all would stay again!
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
08-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 03 to Thu Jul 04 2024 at a $129.99 average nightly rate.
"Good experience, quiet surroundings."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Desk clerk very nice and accommodating. Within good walking distance to wharf and boardwalk. Clean rooms.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 03 to Thu Jul 04 2024 at a $171.99 average nightly rate.
"Hotel room was updated and very comfortable."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Front office staff was so friendly and helpful. My hotel room was very clean and modern. I recommend this hotel 100%.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
18-Jul-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jul 15 to Sat Jul 16 2022 at a $228.60 average nightly rate.
"Clean, neat, comfortable & near the boardwalk!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Very satisfactory to be near the boardwalk; facility was clean and comfortable.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Jun-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 28 to Wed Jun 29 2022 at a $188.99 average nightly rate.

Property 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 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Capitola Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Ocean Street - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Sky Glider - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Pacific Avenue - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Pacific Garden Mall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Seabright Beach - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Wharf - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Twin Lakes State Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25.6 km / 15.9 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 66.9 km / 41.5 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 56.2 km / 34.9 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 62.7 km / 39 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Vending machine
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Total number of rooms - 38
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Beach nearby
  • No elevators
  • Free WiFi
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Terrace

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Pets not allowed

Misc Fees / Policies

  • 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'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.

This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection.
  • Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO