Convenience and value meet the Pacific coast. The Torch Lite Inn is your gateway to the Santa Cruz lifestyle, offering prime location and the free amenities that make your stay stress-free.
📍 Unbeatable Location & Access
- Short stroll to the **Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk** (Your closest option!).
- Walkable distance to the lively shopping district and wharf.
- **Free** on-site parking for all guests.
- Easy access to Highway 1 and surrounding areas.
🛏️ Essential Comfort & Value
- **Complimentary breakfast** served daily in our welcoming eatery.
- **Free high-speed Wi-Fi** and toiletries provided.
- Cozy guestrooms with air conditioning and blackout curtains.
- Seasonal outdoor pool and lovely patio area for relaxing.
📺 Room Features & Details
- LCD TV with premium satellite channels in every room.
- Microwaves and refrigerators available upon request.
- Well-maintained laundry facilities (handy for extended stays).
- Suitable for both business and vacation travelers.
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California, is a must-visit destination on the Central Coast of California. With stunning beaches like the famous Main Beach and the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf, this spot combines nature and fun. Perfect for surfers, families, and nature lovers, Santa Cruz is also home to the mysterious Enchanted Forest and the historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park. Explore the vibrant local culture, enjoy scenic hiking trails, and unwind in this coastal paradise. Santa Cruz, California, awaits you for an unforgettable experience!
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Facilities of Torch Lite Inn
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathtub
- Shower
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Bathtub
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
Internet
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
- Accessible parking
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Services
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Wake-up service
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
General
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
Area info
What’s nearby
- Riverside Gardens Park: 250 m
- Poets Park: 350 m
- Ocean View Park: 650 m
- Department of Parks & Recreation: 1.5 km
- Scope Park: 1.5 km
- Dutra Overlook Park: 1.6 km
- Mission Plaza Park: 1.8 km
- Lighthouse Ave Park: 2 km
- Trescony Park: 2.2 km
- Its Beach: 2.6 km
Restaurants & cafes
- Restaurant: Little Caesars 400 m
- Restaurant: Los Primos 400 m
- Restaurant: Taqueria Apatzingan 400 m
Top attractions
- Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center: 1.1 km
- Museum of Art and History: 1.1 km
- Santa Cruz City Museum of Natural History: 1.2 km
- Santa Cruz Surfing Museum: 2.5 km
- Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse: 2.5 km
- Seymour Marine Discovery Center: 5 km
Natural beauty
- PeakBolcoff Hill (26m): 2.1 km
- LakeSchwan Lake Park: 2.4 km
Beaches in the Neighborhood
- Santa Cruz Beach: 600 m
- Seabright State Beach: 1.1 km
- Cowell’s Beach: 1.1 km
- Santa Cruz Harbor Beach: 2.4 km
- Lighthouse Field State Beach: 2.6 km
Public transit
- Train: Swift Halt 3.5 km
- Train: Felton Roaring Camp 11 km
Closest Airports
- Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport: 50 km
- Reid-Hillview Airport: 59 km
- Monterey Regional Airport: 66 km
House rules
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type.
Check what conditions might apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.