The Somerville - Torquay

$$$$||View on mapTorquay, United Kingdom515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 1HJ|
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The Somerville - Torquay
515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 1HJ·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.7Perfect
Free WiFi10.0
Staff10.0
Cleanliness9.8
Comfort9.8
Location9.8
Who stays here
Couples77%
Families13%
Groups5%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.7Perfect
Free WiFi10.0
Staff10.0
Cleanliness9.8
Comfort9.8
Location9.8
Who stays here
Couples77%
Families13%
Groups5%
Solo5%

Gold Award-winning 5-star boutique B&B in central Torquay

Awards & Recognition

The Somerville Torquay holds the Gold Award from the SouthWest Tourism Award for Bed & Breakfast, Guest Accommodation and Inn of the Year. It is the only 5-star boutique B&B with this Gold Accolade in central Torquay. This recognition places the hotel among the top guest accommodations in the English Riviera.

Accommodations

The Somerville offers recently refurbished rooms with mood lighting, reflecting a seaside chic design. Each room has private outdoor spaces and garden areas for relaxation, plus complimentary designer toiletries and local bottled mineral water. Options range from suites to deluxe rooms, including the Torview Suite, the Garden Suite, and the Meadfoot Suite.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary breakfast is served each morning, offering a buffet with full English and Irish options, champagne, and fresh pastries. Helen, the owner, bakes fresh cakes daily for guests to enjoy in the communal areas. The on-site bar features a wide selection of beverages, with an honesty system when staff are unavailable.

Location & Parking

The Somerville is a 12-minute walk from Beacon Cove Beach and within walking distance to Torquay Harbour and Torre Abbey. Free private parking is provided for all guests, a rare bonus in central Torquay. The hotel also offers car hire, bike hire, and a shuttle service to help guests explore nearby attractions like Paignton Zoo.

Guest Services

The hotel provides express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out for a seamless arrival. A bar, breakfast in the room, and wine/champagne are available on request. The property is a pet-free environment, ensuring tranquility for all guests, and offers allergy-free and soundproof rooms.

  • Award: Gold Award - SouthWest Tourism Award for B&B of the Year
  • Rooms: Recently refurbished with mood lighting and private outdoor spaces
  • Dining: Complimentary breakfast with full English, champagne, and pastries
  • Parking: Free private parking for all guests
  • Location: Walking distance to Torquay Harbour and Torre Abbey
  • Extras: Helen's daily homemade cakes and on-site honesty bar
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-18:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 10.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of rooms:9
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Rooms and availability

King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Shuttle service

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Shuttle service
  • Car hire
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Somerville

💵 Lowest room price 90 £
📏 Distance to centre 700 m
✈️ Distance to airport 43.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Exeter International, EXT

Location

515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 1HJ
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515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 1HJ
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515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 1HJ
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Torquay Musuem
140 m
Museum
Torquay's Dinosaur World
570 m
Church
Riviera Life Church
590 m
6/7 Victoria Parade
Haddon Galleries
590 m
Amusement Park
Rainbow Funhouse
590 m
Restaurant
Old Vienna Restaurant
300 m
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Daisycakes
280 m
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Smokey Joes Torquay
330 m
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The Shack
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Ephesus Torquay
370 m
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Maha - Bharat
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Amici
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Yum Sing
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Phoenix Gold
370 m
Restaurant
Simla Spice
400 m
Restaurant
Kim Viet
400 m
Restaurant
Jun Jaow Thai Restaurant
400 m

Reviews of The Somerville

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FAQ about The Somerville

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the perfect 5-star The Somerville?
Torquay's Dinosaur World, set 600 meters from the perfect 5-star The Somerville, as well as Kents Cavern placed a 16-minute walk away are well worth visiting.
Which landmarks are closest to The Somerville hotel?
Guests of The Somerville hotel can visit the Grand Torquay Musuem Victorian Museum (approximately 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Inner Harbour Marina placed 9 minutes' walk away.
Is there free parking in the perfect 5-star The Somerville hotel?
Yes, the perfect 5-star The Somerville hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property. Visit gastropub The Hole In The Wall for the taste of British cuisine (600 meters from the accommodation) or Jun Jaow Thai Restaurant, which is famous for its Thai dishes (400 meters away).
What is check-in and check-out time at this perfect hotel?
Guests of this perfect hotel can check in from 14:00 to 18:00 and check out from 07:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
What are the booking prices at the 5-star The Somerville?
The prices at the 5-star The Somerville start from $143.
What payment methods are accepted in the perfect 5-star The Somerville?
At the perfect 5-star The Somerville, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the perfect 5-star The Somerville hotel comprise?
The perfect 5-star The Somerville hotel offers such room types as Superior King Room, Deluxe Suite, and Deluxe Queen Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Some suites at the hotel boast sound-proofed windows, a sofa and a work desk as well as private bathrooms which include a hair dryer and a walk-in shower.
Does the staff at the perfect 5-star The Somerville hotel speak any foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the perfect 5-star The Somerville hotel will help you in English, Spanish, and Italian.
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