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Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk
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Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
Very good
7.8
7.7
/10
2.4
2.7
/5
“The hotel's location is perfect, just a quick stroll to the beach and vibrant nightlife.”view full review

Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk, rated 7.6/10, offers comfortable accommodations with essential amenities in Santa Cruz. This 2-star motel features a seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi throughout the property.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Torch Lite Inn come equipped with air conditioning, premium bedding, and complimentary toiletries. Each room includes a 40-inch LCD TV, work desk, coffee machine, and a private bathroom.

Dining & Nearby Options

Nearby dining options include Saturn Cafe, Taco Bell, and Surf Dog Santa Cruz, each located within 0.5 miles. A complimentary breakfast is served daily from 7 AM.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure activities available include kayaking and water skiing, with Cowell's Beach just a short distance away. The motel also features a terrace for guest use.

Location & Transportation

With key landmarks like Santa Cruz Wharf and the Museum of History & Art within 1 miles, Torch Lite Inn provides convenient access to local attractions. Public transport options include multiple bus stops and a cable car within walking distance.

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Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
Double Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
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King Room
King Room
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
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Facilities

Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk Location

500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
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500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
City landmarks
Mall
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4900 ft
Harbour
Santa Cruz Wharf
4900 ft
Museum
Museum of Art and History
3900 ft
Museum
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
3800 ft
Landmark
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
4900 ft
Shopping Area
Pacific Garden Mall
3900 ft
Museum
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
1.3 mi
Landmark
Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
1.1 mi
Park
Neary Lagoon Park
1.1 mi
Spa Centre
Tea House Spa
2100 ft
Spa Centre
Well Within Spa
2300 ft
Landmark
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
1.2 mi
Beach
Seabright State Beach
3800 ft
Landmark
Sky Glider
4900 ft
Landmark
Cave Train
2200 ft
Store
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop
2500 ft
Landmark
To Honor Surfing Monument
1.0 mi
Store
Shopper's Corner
3000 ft
Park
Abbott Square
3000 ft
Landmark
The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio
2100 ft
Landmark
Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf
4900 ft
Landmark
Santa Cruz Holiday Train
2300 ft
Store
Whole Foods Market
3900 ft
Store
Cowell Beach
4900 ft
Landmark
Giant Dipper
4900 ft
Landmark
Undertow
4900 ft
Landmark
Ocean View Park
4100 ft
Beach
Main Beach
4900 ft
Nearby
Raymond St
Beach Flats Community Garden
600 ft
299 San Lorenzo Boulevard
Mike Fox Skate Park
600 ft
Restaurants
Firefly Coffee House
2300 ft
131 Front St # A # A
Fire Fly Cafe
1900 ft
131 Front St # A # A
India Joze
2300 ft
418 Front Street
Yan Flower
2800 ft
617 Pacific Ave
El Hermoso Mar
2300 ft
313 Beach St
Falafel Hut
2400 ft
309 Beach St
Loard's Ice Cream
2500 ft
307 Beach St
Tacos Moreno
2500 ft
303 Beach St
Pizza My Heart
2800 ft
1116 Pacific Ave Ste B
The Sandwich Spot
2500 ft
1010 Pacific Ave
Getting around
City Centre
Santa Cruz10 min  ·  2700 ft
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC)81 min  ·  33.4 mi
Monterey Peninsula (MRY)102 min  ·  42.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
38

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Torch Lite Inn At The Beach Boardwalk from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 623 verified reviews
7.6/10
Very good
72%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Comfort
8.0/10
Facilities
7.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Location
8.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 118 reviews
3/5
based on 1300 reviews
7.8/10
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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