Title: Torch Lite Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Torch Lite Inn Art Deco motel in Santa Cruz with free parking ![Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/3b41d9f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/ebaa0b54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/27defc83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/b31f8f9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/ac28bd3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Torch Lite Inn, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offers a relaxed vibe with outdoor furniture and a spacious terrace. Unwind here and enjoy in-room WiFi, free self parking, plus the convenience of 24-hour front desk services. The helpful staff has received rave reviews from past guests. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Parking included - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £56 includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 26 - Oct 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 27 - Oct 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5864&PinnedHotelID=5864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/085114c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 8.4 Very good 54 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge LCD TV Blackout curtains Pillow-top bed Premium bedding Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5864/e69e5f01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Room 8.2 Very good 70 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge LCD TV Blackout curtains Pillow-top bed Premium bedding Private bathroom - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Torch-Lite-Inn.h5864.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Torch-Lite-Inn.h5864.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, Torch Lite Inn is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) [View more Motels in Santa Cruz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Motels.d6666-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.96905%2C-122.01917&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6q8tzV4vWt6X4lFyX7fT7jszTes=) 500 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 ### What's nearby - Ocean Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Santa Cruz Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Santa Cruz Wharf - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Cowell's Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬8 min walk - ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬8 min walk - ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk - ‪Los Viejones - ‬5 min walk - ‪Coaster's Lounge - ‬9 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 such as: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine - Outdoor furniture - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location Room features All guest rooms at Torch Lite Inn boast thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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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 This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection. ### 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. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## 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. This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection. ### 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 on-site parking This property accepts credit cards and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### 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 does it cost to stay at Torch Lite Inn? > As of 26 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Torch Lite Inn on 10 Nov 2025 start from £56.09, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Torch-Lite-Inn.h5864.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### 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? > Checkout 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Torch Lite Inn Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 414 8 - Good 249 6 - Okay 166 4 - Poor 81 2 - Terrible 104 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Staff & service ### 6.8/10 Amenities ### 7.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk ##### Maria Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damian 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice hotel& always comfortable! ##### Damian Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harun 24 Oct 2025 Clean, convenient, close to downtown ##### Harun Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The customer service was exceptional. The cleaniness of the room and location were great! I enjoyed my stay! ##### Edward Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kirsten 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Our family enjoyed our quick stay here! ##### Kirsten Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oved 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very accessible to walk to the beach restaurants a d friendly owner or manager!! ##### Oved Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The rooms are very clean and updated. For the price point we were very happy and would fine you stay here again. Perfect to just walk to the boardwalk or downtown for a meal. The room was very quiet we didn’t hear any other guests or street noise. Beds were comfortable and staff was friendly ##### Stacey Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry 6 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice, clean, large room. Excellent staff who gave us good suggestions on restaurants, etc. Very walkable to The Boardwalk. Only suggestions: Grounds could use some sprucing and room could use a place to hang clothes. ##### Sherry Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brett 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness It was good ##### Brett Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Erika 6 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Rooms were good but could use a little bit of an update on the shower/tub and linen. Overall it served it's purpose and I wouldn't mind staying her again. ##### Erika Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Daniel 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities There are images of a pool and jacuzzi, but that isn't on the property, and whoever is above me, sounds like a herd of water buffalo's making all kinds of noise. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ashley 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Best property within walking distance of the boardwalk. I have had an exceptional time every time with the clean rooms. ##### ashley Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice, helpful front desk. This hotel is in the perfect location to avoid the expensive parking at the nearby locations. Our room was comfortable. There is a nice view from the shared outdoor patio. ##### Christine Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 29 Jul 2025 Very nice reception ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arron 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It’s not fancy but quiet, very clean, affordable and the owner couldn’t have been more hospitable. My brief interaction with him and his young son at check out started my day with a smile on my face. What’s better than that? ##### Arron Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elsa 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Rooms updated like pix, very clean, parking is good, extremely walkable to all the main Santa Cruz attractions beach, boardwalk, warf, West Cliff Drive, Pacific Garden Mall, Warrior area. Great value, this place has location and the rooms are clean. It's a safe area. The grounds needs some sprucing up and the pool has been removed. ##### Elsa Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Simple spot, does the job if you just need a spot to shower and sleep. Friendly staff ##### David Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel is a surprise. While it is a basic hotel it offers a clean room with laminate floors. The rooms do not flare up my asthma to which can be a major issue for me when staying at other cheap hotels. The front desk staff is incredibly nice! We have stayed at the hotel quite a few times and will return when we are in need of an affordable and clean night’s stay in Santa Cruz. ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Makenna 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff super friendly and was a very easy stay overall. Definitely alleviated travel stress! ##### Makenna Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bernabe 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Nice staff ##### bernabe Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Nathan 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Nice room but pictures can be misleading. Floors and walls are paper thin. And somewhat of a sketchy area. ##### Nathan Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The couple running(owners?) property were the nicest people. We will definitely be staying with them again soon. Everything was very clean. ##### Kathy Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mindie 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Needs a little help on the outside - but overall a VERY convenient location nice staff and owners! Should make big dirt pile a garden with palm trees- improve the outside paint touch up- great parking clean updated rooms - perfect surfer town stop - I would stay again ##### Mindie Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I felt safe and they were very kind people! ##### Nicole Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Kimpton-Everly-Hotel-Hollywood.h17524828.Hotel-Information) > > [Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Manchester-Grand-Hyatt-San-Diego.h12073.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Ocean-View-Hotel.h19135.Hotel-Information) > > [The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Godfrey-Hotel-Hollywood.h32945867.Hotel-Information) > > [Biltmore Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Millennium-Biltmore-Los-Angeles.h25715.Hotel-Information) > > [Silver Lake Pool & Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Silver-Lake-Pool-Inn.h34504058.Hotel-Information) > > [Level Los Angeles Downtown - South Olive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Level-Los-Angeles-Downtown-South-Olive.h10649672.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Los Angeles Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-CitizenM-Los-Angeles-Downtown.h65299564.Hotel-Information) > > [Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coronado-Hotels-Coronado-Island-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h25270.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Figueroa, an Unbound Collection by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Hotel-Figueroa.h8805682.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollywood Roosevelt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Hollywood-Roosevelt.h34142.Hotel-Information) > > [W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-W-Los-Angeles-West-Beverly-Hills.h25974.Hotel-Information) > > [Mondrian Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Mondrian-Los-Angeles.h4798.Hotel-Information) > > [W Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-W-Hollywood.h3084874.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton La Peer Hotel West Hollywood by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Kimpton-La-Peer-Hotel.h18156733.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wayfarer San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-The-Wayfarer-San-Diego.h15555.Hotel-Information) > > [The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-London-West-Hollywood-At-Beverly-Hills.h21097.Hotel-Information) > > [Cornell Hotel de France](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Cornell-Hotel-De-France.h1222727.Hotel-Information) > > [Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Clarion-Hotel-Anaheim-Resort.h3893.Hotel-Information) > > [Disneyland Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneyland-Hotel.h15276.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Adler-A-Hollywood-Hills-Hotel.h9761.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun Rose West Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Sun-Rose-West-Hollywood.h57961536.Hotel-Information) > > [The Barnes San Francisco, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Villa-Florence-San-Francisco-On-Union-Square.h5425.Hotel-Information) > > [HOLLYWOOD VOLUME, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-HOLLYWOOD-VOLUME.h62585670.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton San Francisco Union Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Union-Square.h25622.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-San-Diego-DowntownBayside.h13155016.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)