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Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk
2 stars

Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
+1 831 426 7575
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7.2
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based on 1,625 reviews

Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk
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About Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

  • Motel Room
    You’ll have direct access to the parking lot
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free

This modern Santa Cruz motel is situated within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station. It is located a short stroll from Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk offers an all-hours reception, plus laundry facilities and an outdoor pool. For added convenience, it features a wake-up service and a vending machine.

All the rooms at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk include a refrigerator, a coffee maker and a private bathroom. They all offer heating, a telephone and ironing facilities.

The area near the motel has a range of cafés and restaurants. The Natural Bridges State Park and University of California Santa Cruz are easily reached by car.

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Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Microwave

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Hardwood or parquet floors

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled access

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Golf

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

7.2
GoodBased on 1,625 verified guest reviews
7.5Solo
7.5Friends
7.3Couples
6.8Families

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2.0 Poor
Pros:Nothing, ok maybe the location
Cons:We found five cockroaches in the room in about 30 minutes, including one on the headboard. There was pubic hair in the bathroom. We were on the second floor, but we could see their open, festering dumpster not 50 feet away. It looked like they had not even put fresh sheets on the bed. We were tired. We had to get up early, but we could NOT stay in this dump. The pics online made it look cute. The rating was not great, but it was good. I travel enough to know when people clean a room properly. This room had the appearance of not having been cleaned well in some time. There is no way you should even have this on your list of options, especially with a good rating! The place is a health hazard. We ended up at the Parralax which was a very nice place and worth the reviews and the money even though we only got five hours of sleep. I do not need to stay there or at The Ritz, but when you rate a place "good" it should be clean, devoid of cockroaches and pubic hair. Disgusting is mild when it comes to our reaction. I hope you will do something about it. I run my own business or I would start by calling the health officers in the city of Santa Cruz, but this your business and you should investigate for YOUR sake.
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5.1 Fair
Pros:It was fairly clean, room was pretty
Cons:There was no soap! Had to go downstairs and ask for it. The guy on the reception was not nice at all. In the morning, when I went for continental breakfast, mykey wouldn't open the room, when I finally got in, same guy showed up and demanded to tell my room number to make sure I'm staying there. Ummmm.... He only saw me six hours ago to check me in and give me soap 10 min later. Btw, neighborhood is skatchy, but I don't look like a homeless.
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:So close to Santa Cruz. Also near food which is a plus. Quiet and relaxing and you get the HBO channel! reasonable price also. Provides a mini fridge and that's awesome.
Cons:Towels are too small
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8.5 Very Good
Pros:On a family trip down to Southern California we were looking for a inexpensive motel to stay one night in. We found that in this motel. It looks a little rough on the outside but we were pleasantly surprised by how clean our room was. The room looked to be recently refurbished. The staff was friendly and helpful. The complimentary breakfast was simple, but good. If you're looking for a cheap room for a night of just passing through town, then this is perfect.
Cons:The only downside to this motel was that our neighbors were coming and going all night. Luckily my kids are sound sleepers. Our bathtub was missing a drain plug. I was hoping to give my daughter a bath. When I called the front desk the man didn't seem too worried. He said he would bring one, but never showed. Also the beds were pretty firm, but for the price it overall was good.
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5.1 Fair
Pros:Free breakfast
Cons:Baby cockroach and ants inside room... YUCK!
T
8.8 Very Good
Pros:Good beds.
Cons:Bath room sink did not drain, couldn't use.
K
6.0 Okay
Pros:We were here for a wedding, we had 5 rooms in this hotel alone. Two were really nice. Two of the rooms were large. The handicap room was awesome, plenty of space for grandpa to get around. Online prices were great. Pool was warm and clean. I would stay here again, but recommended booking online to avoid dealing with the staff. Overall was a decent place compared to others that I have stayed in, in Santa Cruz.
Cons:Staff was unfriendly, the woman was better than the man however. the man kept interrupting the woman while she was helping us. When we needed an extra night on one room, they wouldn't match internet pricing for same room. When booked online, it let me add a rollaway bed to my room, but when I got there it was an additional $35 charge. One of our rooms had hair in the shower, and algae growing in it.

Location

500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Cocoanut Grove0.3 mi
  • Main Beach0.4 mi
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.6 mi
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.7 mi
  • Town Clock0.7 mi
  • Santa Cruz Wharf0.8 mi
  • Mission Santa Cruz0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Harbor1.1 mi
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.3 mi
  • State Lighthouse Museum1.3 mi
  • University of Santa Cruz Arboretum1.9 mi
  • DeLaveaga Golf Course2.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

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Essential information about Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

Low season

April

High season

April

Average price (weekend night)

£135
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Top tips for your stay at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

  • The cheapest price a room at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £135, while the most expensive was £135.
  • How long should you stay at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

  • Where is Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk located?

    Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk is located at 500 Riverside Avenue, 0.7 miles from the centre of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk.

  • Does Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk offer free parking?

    Yes, Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk offers free parking.

  • How far is Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk from the airport?

    Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk is 27.2 miles from San Jose. Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk is 28.4 miles from Monterey Regional.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.5

Distance to city centre

0.7 mi

Nearest airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

27.6 mi