The Babbacombe Hotel (Torquay, GB) from 101 £/night

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The Babbacombe Hotel - Torquay

The Sea Front, Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LH·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.2Great

Location9.6

Free WiFi9.5

Staff9.2

Comfort8.6

Cleanliness8.4

Who stays here

Couples57%

Solo16%

Groups15%

Families11%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.2Great

Location9.6

Free WiFi9.5

Staff9.2

Comfort8.6

Cleanliness8.4

Who stays here

Couples57%

Solo16%

Groups15%

Families11%

3-star sea view hotel on Babbacombe Downs with accessible rooms and nightly entertainment

Rooms and Accommodations

The Babbacombe Hotel Torquay offers 82 en-suite bedrooms, with many providing stunning sea views over Lyme Bay. Guests can choose rooms with private balconies, walk-in showers, and spacious wet rooms for those with mobility needs. All rooms include a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and daily housekeeping.

Dining Options

The on-site restaurant serves a buffet breakfast with cooked options, cereals, and porridge each morning. Dinners are three-course carvery-style meals, featuring a choice of meats, fish, and vegetarian options like nutroast. The chef cuts and serves the main courses, while salads and desserts are self-service.

Entertainment and Social Activities

The hotel provides daily evening entertainment, including live singers and bingo sessions that run until 10:30 pm. A half-price bar operates after 7:30 pm, offering discounted drinks during the shows. The shared lounge and sun terrace overlook the bay, providing additional spaces for relaxation.

Accessibility and Facilities

The Babbacombe Hotel is equipped with a modern passenger lift providing step-free access to most bedrooms. Dedicated rooms for disabled guests include walk-in showers, emergency cords in bathrooms, and ground-floor French doors. The hotel also offers reserved paid parking and a 24-hour front desk for assistance.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Situated on the flat Babbacombe Downs, The Babbacombe Hotel offers direct access to panoramic sea views along the South West Coastal Path. The Babbacombe Theatre is a 3-minute walk away, and the Cliff Railway to Oddicombe Beach is just 4 minutes on foot. Torquay Marina is 4 km away, and Dartmouth Steam Railway is within easy reach.

Location: On flat Babbacombe Downs with panoramic sea views
Rooms: 82 en-suite bedrooms, many with sea views and balconies
Dining: On-site restaurant with buffet breakfast and three-course carvery
Entertainment: Daily evening entertainment and bingo until 10:30 pm
Accessibility: Dedicated rooms and services for disabled guests with walk-in showers
Nearby Attractions: 3-minute walk to Babbacombe Theatre and 4-minute walk to Cliff Railway

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:72

Former name

Sefton Hotel

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Rooms and availability

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Single Room

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view
Smoking
Heating

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 Double bed

Sea view
Smoking
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room view

Sea view

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture

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 Babbacombe Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	101 £
📏 Distance to centre	2.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport	41.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Exeter International, EXT

Location

The Sea Front, Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LH

Address

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The Sea Front, Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LH

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The Sea Front, Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LH

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Stadium

Torquay United FC

1.1 km

Beach

Oddicombe Beach

760 m

Garden

Tessier Gardens

620 m

Beach

Babbacombe Beach

720 m

Landmark

Riviera International Centre

2.4 km

Church

Riviera Life Church

1.9 km

Beach

Anstey's Cove

1.1 km

Zoo

Living Coasts

2.5 km

Museum

Torquay's Dinosaur World

2.2 km

Museum

Torquay Musuem

2.5 km

Gallery

Artizan Gallery

2.1 km

Park

Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens

2.5 km

Landmark

Long Quarry Point

1.2 km

Beach

Meadfoot Beach

2.5 km

Landmark

Inner Harbour

2.2 km

Landmark

Haddon Galleries

2.2 km

Hampton Avenue Babbacombe

Babbacombe Model Village

450 m

Fore Street St Marychurch

Bygones

550 m

TorquayEngland

Babbacombe

320 m

Walls Hill Road Babbacombe

Babbacombe & Oddicombe

500 m

Train Station

Babbacombe Cliff Railway

220 m

Restaurant

The Britannia Trecarn Hotel Restaurant

320 m

Restaurant

Torquay Yummies

380 m

Restaurant

The Bay Tree Cafe

490 m

Restaurant

Bamboo Sandwich and Coffee Bar

650 m

Restaurant

Cafe Babbs

700 m

Restaurant

Plainmoor Fish Bar

1.1 km

Reviews of The Babbacombe Hotel

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Guests say: solid choice

rated 8+

4.3/ 5

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8.9/ 10

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FAQ about The Babbacombe Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the The Babbacombe Hotel hotel?

You can always visit St Marychurch, placed 1 km from the The Babbacombe Hotel hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is Cockington Country Park located 3.4 km away.

Which landmarks are closest to The Babbacombe Hotel hotel?

Guests of The Babbacombe Hotel hotel can visit Babbacombe & Oddicombe (within 500 metres of the accommodation), or Babbacombe Model Village placed 6 minutes' walk away.

Can we park our car at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel provides parking spaces on site.

Are there any dining facilities close to the hotel?

Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel guests can find restaurant The Britannia Trecarn Hotel Restaurant featuring cheap prices.

Can I eat breakfast at the The Babbacombe Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the The Babbacombe Hotel.

What is check-in and check-out time at The Babbacombe Hotel?

Guests of The Babbacombe Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 07:00.

What are the booking prices at the 3-star The Babbacombe Hotel hotel?

The prices at the 3-star The Babbacombe Hotel hotel start from $137.

What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?

Payment methods in the hotel include:

Visa
Mastercard
Maestro
Solo

What kinds of rooms does the 3-star The Babbacombe Hotel hotel offer?

The 3-star The Babbacombe Hotel hotel offers such room types as Standard Twin Room, Superior Double Room, and Guest Room.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star The Babbacombe Hotel?

Most rooms of the 3-star The Babbacombe Hotel include a balcony and a seating area as well as wireless internet and a satellite TV.

Is the hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?

Yes, the hotel provides accessible bathrooms, rooms with accessible facilities, and wheelchair access to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.