7.7 / 10 Guest Rating

Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

Name: Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk
Address: 500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, us
Rating: 7.7

500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, us

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from US$137 / night

About the Property

Convenient Beachside Location:
Situated just a short 5-minute stroll away from Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk, and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk offers the perfect coastal getaway.

Comfortable Accommodations:
Each room at the inn features amenities such as Cable TV, free toiletries, and a coffee machine to ensure a pleasant stay. Plus, all rooms are designated as non-smoking for the comfort of all guests.

Convenient Onsite and Nearby Facilities:
Guests can take advantage of the onsite launderette for their convenience, while cycling and kayaking rentals are easily accessible nearby. Additionally, with San Jose International Airport just a 40-minute drive away, traveling to and from the inn is a breeze.

Ready to experience a relaxing beachside retreat? Book your stay at Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk now!

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available

Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Family rooms

Express check-in/check-out

Facilities for disabled guests

Non-smoking throughout

Outdoor furniture

Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

A microwave and a refrigerator are available upon request. Guests under the age of 21 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

4 rates found

1/17

King Room

Offering free Wi-Fi, this air-conditioned room includes a 40-inch LCD TV with HBO film channels, a work desk, a coffee machine and an private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Microwave and refrigerator provided upon request.

27 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

ShowerTVTelephoneAir conditioningRefrigeratorDesk

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

King Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$175.56

$140.45

Includes taxes & fees

1/22

Double Room

The spacious double room features air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. This double room offers heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

28 sqm

Sleeps 4

2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

ShowerTVTelephoneAir conditioningRefrigeratorDesk

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Double Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$191.5

$153.2

Includes taxes & fees

1/15

Signature Room

2 Queen BedsInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 40-inch LCD TV with premium channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea makerSleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phoneComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-Smoking

Sleeps 4

2 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigerator

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Signature Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$185.98

$148.78

Includes taxes & fees

1/13

Deluxe Room

1 King BedInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 40-inch LCD TV with premium channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea makerSleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phoneComfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heatingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-Smoking

Sleeps 2

1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigerator

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Deluxe Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$171.55

$137.24

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

7.7

Very Good1937 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the clean rooms and frequently praise the helpful staff.

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Davies

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 14, 2026

"Good location, great service, beds were very bad."

Good

5.0

The rooms were very clean but the mattress and pillows were so hard. I really wanted to like this place since it was a good value and close to UCSC. The staff were so kind and friendly. We returned to our room late in the evening and unfortunately there was not parking available.

The beds were so uncomfortable and the pillows weee rocks.

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Brian

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Horrible. Location was great"

Good

2.0

It was clean

There was no TV! Cable was supposedly out. The fan in the bathroom also didn’t work and the shampoo and soap that were provided gave me and family a rash.

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Denise

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

The rooms were very comfortable. It was close to the boardwalk , which we wanted. The fridge and the microwave were a plus .

I wish they would have had a pool . I wish they would have had a continental breakfast . But overall it was a great place. We will definitely use it again

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Jessica

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 11, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Location is great

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Ignacio

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 10, 2026

"Good"

Good

1.0

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Ashley

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family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 10, 2026

"Not worth it"

Good

3.0

It was clean, close enough to the beach to walk

Upon arrival we went in to check in, and they let us know that the tv services were not working so we could not watch anything. If it were a smart tv, it would have been okay so we could use our own streaming services however it was an older tv. The outside “courtyard” was fenced off and overgrown with weeds. The whole room smelt of old food, that wasn’t ours. The remote was missing the back and held on by tape, and the beds were extremely uncomfortable.

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Gilberto

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 9, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Adam Madej

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 9, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

Helpful?

Anastasia

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 8, 2026

"Good"

Good

5.0

Helpful?

Pardos

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 6, 2026

"Very Good"

Very Good

7.0

Helpful?

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Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

King Room

Amenities

Double Room

Amenities

Signature Room

Amenities

Deluxe Room

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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"Good location, great service, beds were very bad."

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