We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Torquay, UK. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, villas, historic buildings, residences and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Guest House.Popular among women. Set in a detached Victorian villa within beautiful gardens, Villa Marina is an adults-only bed and breakfast. Free private parking is provided at Villa Marina, which is just 15 minutes’ walk from Torquay’s lovely beachfront. With large windows, each light filled room has a comfy bed, contemporary decor and furnishings, a smart TV with Netflix and UK on demand TV services, Nespresso coffee machine with biodegradable coffee pods (not in the smallest, compact double room), kettle/tea making facilities, and a silent fridge with fresh milk (or milk alternative). Each en-suite shower room has complementary luxury toiletries." Torre Rail Station is 400 metres away and Torre’s historic abbey, now an art gallery, is within 15 minutes’ walk of this bed and breakfast. Local, organic and fair trade produce is used in the award-winning breakfasts. Guests can enjoy garden views whilst eating breakfast in the spacious dining room. The restaurants, bars and shops around Torquay’s harbour are just a 5-minute drive away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Great interior design. Popular among women. Adults-only, award-winning Tyndale B&B Torquay is located just 1 mile from Torquay City Centre and Harbour and 10 minutes’ walk from the sea. It features full cooked breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Tyndale is a Victorian house built around 1900 offering 4 individually designed boutique double rooms. The bright rooms at Tyndale B&B Torquay feature a modern décor with colourful finishes. A flat-screen TV, fridge, fresh milk, bottled water, and tea/coffee making facilities are also available. The bathrooms have complimentary The White Company toiletries. Free TV on demand. The Tyndale is 7 minutes' walk from the medieval Torre Abbey and 12 minutes from Torre Abbey Sands beach. Torre and Torquay railway stations are within 15 minutes’ walk of the B&B. Tyndale B&B offers easy access to the English Riviera, which features scenic coastal walks.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. An Edwardian villa, just 10 minutes’ walk from Torquay’s beach, and 20 minutes from the stunning harbour area, The 25 Boutique B&B offers free parking, a patio and bright rooms with free WiFi. It provides freshly cooked, award-winning breakfasts each morning prepared with locally sourced produce. This 5-star B&B has a Gold Award from the AA and beautifully furnished modern rooms, each featuring a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities with fresh milk. All rooms have an en suite shower room with quality toiletries, whilst Luxury rooms also feature an iPad, mood lighting, free movies on demand and bathroom TVs. The 25 Boutique B&B is a 10-minute walk from the local train station and historic Torre Abbey. Torquay’s main shopping area, Torquay town centre, is a 15-20 minute walk.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Great location. Offering free WiFi and luxury accommodation, the Somerville is a 5-star boutique B&B set in the centre of Torquay. Antiques sit alongside modern amenities in the hotel’s light, bright, fresh decor. Rooms have flat-screen TVs and goose feather duvets. Deluxe rooms and suites have king-sized beds and iPod docks. An extensive award-winning continental buffet and a cooked breakfast menu is served daily. For those wishing to eat breakfast in bed, there is a separate continental room service menu, and breakfast times are extended at weekends. The town centre has many attractions including the Princess Theatre, Torquay Museum and Torre Abbey. The harbour is within walking distance and Paignton Zoo is just a short car journey away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most beautiful bed and breakfast in Torquay.
Guest House.Highly elegant. Popular among couples. Unsurprisingly, Kingston House is One of the Most Popular Gold 5 Star AA Authorised Bed & Breakfasts in Torquay. Designed for Adults only, our Elegant and Spacious Rooms are all individually decorated and Furnished to the Highest Standards for Comfort, Luxury and Relaxation. Your Room has a Supremely comfortable and Enjoyable ‘Harrison Spinks’ Handmade Bed, Air Conditioning and Naturally your very own En-Suite. Your Room will also provide you with Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi, a Flat Screen TV with Netflix, Mini Bar/Silent Fridge with Snacks and Drinks, Complimentary Still & Sparkling Bottled Water along with Fresh Milk and a Selection of Teas and Coffee. We also provide White Company Toiletries, Luxury Towels and a Hairdryer. The En-Suites have Showers, Underfloor Heating and LED-Lit mirrors. Kingston House is Fully Licensed to serve Alcoholic Beverages and Proudly Boasts a Residents Only Lounge and Bar, along with a 55-inch TV for your enjoyment. An Assortment of Breakfast Options are available and served in the Breakfast Room. All Food is Freshly Cooked using High Quality Delicious Local Devon Products. Free Parking is on Site an Ironing Board along with Bathrobes and Slippers are available upon request. Kingston House is only a short walk from Torre Abbey, its gardens and Torre Railway Station. You can stroll into the Town Centre in 20-minutes and Torre Abbey Sands Beach in just 15-minutes.Show full description
Kingston House in Torquay is a highly elegant and luxurious bed and breakfast. It has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating, making it one of the best luxury B&Bs in the area. The house is a beautiful Victorian villa, offering stylish rooms and excellent service.
Guest House.Lovely property. Nice surroundings. Bentley Lodge is extremely well positioned as it is a short level walk from the sea front, the English Riviera Centre, the theatre and shops, bars and restaurants. A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at Bentley Lodge, where excellent quality and service is assured. You can relax in comfortable surroundings and enjoy the beautiful garden on warmer days. Five delightful en suite bedrooms (one on the ground floor) are all of superior standard, and offer a host of facilities including smart TV's with NETFLlX and wireless internet access. A bright and sunny room with a large bay window overlooks the garden, and here you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast served at individual tables from 7.30am to 9.30am. We have free on site parking and an EV charger for guests to use during their stay . Show full description
Guest House.Creative. Just 4 minutes’ drive from Torquay Train Station and the seafront, The Cleveland offers a high standard of bed and breakfast accommodation. This guest house has been awarded an AA Four Star Gold award and provides a bar, free parking and WiFi. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with shower and complementary toiletries. All rooms at The Cleveland have a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. Breakfast is served in the dining room with views over the garden. There is a buffet selection with cereals and fresh fruit, as well as a full English breakfast and other cooked options. The property also includes a licensed lounge bar and outdoor terrace. Torquay has miles of beaches, a mini-golf course and a wide choice of restaurants. The nearby resort of Paignton is just 12 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Guest House.Historic property. Great location. Popular among couples. Just 300 metres from the seafront and sandy beach, Elmdene offers spacious rooms with parkland views. With a Gold Award from Visit Britain, the hotel serves fresh cooked breakfasts. All rooms are elegantly decorated, and some feature sloping ceilings and wonderful scenic views. The rooms have modern en suite bathrooms, a flat-screen TV and radio, and some have comfortable seating areas. Some rooms also offer bathrobes or leather sofas or chairs. The family-run Elmdene Guest House serves a full English breakfast in the traditional dining room, which overlooks the parkland of Torre Abbey. The property also features a licensed bar. The Elmdene has a cosy guest lounge with ample seating, and there is also a private garden with benches and parasols. Free on-site parking is available for guests, and free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the hotel. Just 400 metres from Torquay Railway Station, Elmdene Hotel is 10 minutes' walk from the popular harbour side. Babbacombe Model Village is 1.5 miles away, and Living Coasts coastal zoo is just 20 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
This is likely the most HISTORIC guest house in Torquay. It also has a great location.
Guest House.Elegant. This charming, detached Victorian villa offers 4-star guest accommodation in a peaceful setting. It has free Wi-Fi and free parking. The award-winning Southbourne Villa is in a pretty conservation area, away from the busy main roads. Torre Abbey and the Riviera International Conference and Leisure Centre are a short walk away. On a warm day or evening, you can relax on the south-facing sun terrace, which is accessed via the lounge.Show full description
Guest House.Great value. Popular among couples. The Baytree is a well-maintained Victorian property located in a quiet, tree-lined road only 5 minutes’ walk from the seafront, shops, restaurants and English Riviera Conference Centre. The Baytree is 'Highly Commended' in the English Riviera Quality Awards for Best Bed & Breakfast. It has been awarded 4 Star with Silver Accolade by the VisitEngland Quality Assessment Scheme from 2008 to 2014, and the coverted Breakfast Award also from 2012 to 2014. The Baytree has a Food Hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The family-run Baytree has refurbished rooms with new furniture, carpets, beds, decoration and en suite bathrooms. If you are arriving in Torquay by train or coach, The Baytree offers a free pick-up and drop-off service (Torquay train and coach stations only). Early and later check-in/check-out by arrangement.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Cosy. Great value. Resting on a quiet tree-lined road, this small and friendly B&B is conveniently located within walking distance of all the sights of Torquay, but far enough for you to feel relaxed. Just a short stroll away from the seafront, with its safe, sandy beach and harbour, the Crowndale presents itself as the ideal base from which to explore Torquay and its surroundings. It is just minutes away from the Riviera Leisure and Conference Centre, Torre Abbey and Gardens, the theatre, shops and sports facilities.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Very stylish. Great bar. Popular among women. An elegant Victorian villa set in its own grounds with delightful garden and ample parking. The Torcroft Boutique B&B offers free WiFi throughout. There is also a dining room and a bar in the lounge. The Torcroft Boutique B&B is situated just off the main Torquay seafront. It is conveniently located for the seafront, town, the Princess Theatre and many other attractions. The property is a 10-minute walk from The Riviera Centre, which holds events, trade fairs and conferences.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most STYLISH bed and breakfasts in Torquay. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
Bed and Breakfast. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Blenheim House offers accommodation in Torquay, 400 metres from Torre Abbey. Free private parking is available on site. Every room includes a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Riviera International Conference Centre is 320 metres from Blenheim House, while Cockington is 1 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 31 km from Blenheim House.Show full description
Guest House.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Only 400 metres from Torquay harbour, in a quiet conservation area, this elegant Victorian hotel is set in its own gardens near the award-winning Meadfoot Beach. Each room at Haytor Hotel features a flat-screen digital TV and free Wi-Fi. The room rate includes a full English breakfast with gluten free, Soya milk, Vegetarian and continental options available, as well as a room service breakfast menu. With welcoming hosts, The Haytor has a bar lounge, a terrace and free parking. The centre of Torquay is a 3-minute walk away.Show full description
Guest House.Charming. Superb interior design. In a tranquil location, The Hillcroft provides stunning, themed boutique accommodation and free WiFi and parking. Torquay town centre and the Promenade are a short walk away. Each unique, individually designed room has a widescreen TV, a DVD player, complimentary mineral water and coffee and tea making facilities. Some rooms have an indulgent four-poster bed. The rooms come with a ensuite bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The varied breakfast menu includes vegetarian and vegan options. The Hillcroft is close to beaches, shops, restaurants and nightlife.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most charming, cool and creative guest house in Torquay. WOW!
Guest House.Popular among couples. Just a mile from Torquay's North Quay and Marina, The Briarfields offers boutique-style 5-star gold award luxury accommodation. With award-winning full English Breakfasts, free Wi-Fi, and free parking, the property is just a short walk from the beach. The elegant rooms are bright and airy, and have an en suite bathroom and tea and coffee facilities. Rooms also offer luxury memory-foam mattresses, DVDs players and radios. Delicious cooked breakfasts are served daily in the spacious dining room, with vegetarian and continental options also available. There is a selection of restaurants just a short walk away. Just a 10-minute walk from the picturesque coast, The Briarfields is 20 minutes’ walk from The Princess Theatre. The sandy beaches at Paignton can be reached in 10 minutes’ drive and Living Coasts is a 25-minute walk away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. This charming, award-winning, family-run Edwardian residence has an idyllic location just 100 metres away from the seafront, the sandy Livermead beach and the quiet, tree-lined meadows of Cockington Valley Country Park. The Charterhouse is in mature gardens with a patio, large lawn and a small seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool. The delightful Edwardian building contains light, airy rooms and offers charming, comfortable bed-and-breakfast accommodation. The centre of Torquay is within walking distance. Some rooms have sea view. Breakfast consists of a continental option, a delicious full English, home made breads and jams, and a vegetarian alternative. Family rooms are available. Pets can also stay, providing you are booking either of the 2 'pet friendly' garden rooms. There is a large, free private car park and free Wi-Fi internet access is available.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most relaxing and romantic bed and breakfast in Torquay. It also has OUTSTANDING VIEWS.
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Located in Torquay with Corbyn Beach and Torre Abbey Sands Beach nearby, Arran Lodge B&B provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring a housekeeping service, this property also provides guests with DVD player. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers private entrance. At the bed and breakfast, all units include a wardrobe, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units include a seating area and/or a balcony with outdoor furniture. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. A selection of options including warm dishes, fresh pastries and fruits is served for breakfast. Livermead Beach is 2 km from the bed and breakfast, while Newton Abbot Racecourse is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 39 km from Arran Lodge B&B.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Romantic. Lovely surroundings. A beautiful environment, Trafalgar House is an elegant Victorian villa with sub-tropical gardens and a free car park. It has a quiet setting 700 metres from the sea. Bookings for stag/hen parties are not accepted. Trafalgar House has a chic yet comfortable style. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout. All bedrooms are en suite and have quality furnishings and a variety of refreshments. Excellent English and continental breakfasts are freshly prepared with the best local produce where possible. You can choose from fresh fruit salads, yogurts and cereals. Trafalgar House is 700 metres from Torre Train Station and well located for exploring South Devon. A bus stop is just 400 metres away. Children over 8 years old are welcome.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Just a 12-minute walk from the sea and around a 5-minute walk to Torre Abbey, Marmalade Bed & Breakfast is located in an historic part of Torquay. Free WiFi access is available. Marmalade Bed & Breakfast is an ideal base from which to explore the historical town of Torquay, as well as the beautiful surrounding countryside. Each room has a king size bed with Egyptian cotton bedding and a spacious en-suite bathroom with shower. Also Featured is a seating area, a work place, TV, hairdryer, bathrobes and tea/coffee making facilities. Breakfast and parking are included in the room rate.Show full description
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