Torch Lite Inn | Hotel in Santa Cruz

7.8 (1004 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Westside Santa Cruz Hotel | Torch Lite Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Art Deco motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
A 24-hour front desk, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free motel. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Torch Lite Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.


The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Toiletries
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
Breakfast
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
Parking
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • This property does not have elevators
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
Activities
  • Kayaking
  • Theme parks
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Beach access
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Sailing
  • Water skiing
  • Golfing
  • Scooter/moped rentals
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Premium channels
General
  • Vending machine
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: 6:00 am early check-in fee: usd 45 early check-in subject to availability late check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. kids stay free! up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
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.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property safety features at this property include a smoke detector 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 this property accepts credit cards and cash this property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Reviews

Mayumi
Jan 13, 2026 12:37:10 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Friendly staff clean room
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Signature Room
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Signature Room

General

Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Deluxe Room
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Deluxe Room

General

Outdoor spaces not available, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
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