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The Somerville

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse with bar/lounge, near Torquay Museum

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Suite, Garden View | View from room
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Lobby sitting area
Garden
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Located near Inner Harbour, The Somerville offers a luxurious retreat with cooked-to-order breakfast, a charming terrace, and mini golf. Unwind in the garden or enjoy cycling nearby; stay connected with free WiFi and take advantage of bike rentals.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Bar/lounge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Mini golf

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $113
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15

Why we love this property

Victorian luxury escape
Marvel at the Victorian architecture of this luxury hotel in the city center. Its curated decor and beautiful garden create a unique urban oasis.
Breakfast and bar charm
A guesthouse that treats taste buds right. Mornings start with free cooked-to-order breakfast, and evenings wind down at the bar.
Sleep in luxury
Curated, individual decor enhances these luxury guestrooms. Memory foam mattresses with premium, hypo-allergenic bedding ensure serene slumber.

Room options

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Junior Suite (1st Floor) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Junior Suite (1st Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Meadfoot Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Meadfoot Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Garden View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
515 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 1HJ

What's nearby

  • Inner Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Meadfoot Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive
  • Torre Station - 8 min drive
  • Paignton Station - 15 min drive
  • Torquay Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Griffin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burridge's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Apple & Parrot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Hole In The Wall - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Clock Tower - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Somerville

Located near a train station, The Somerville is a great choice for a stay in Torquay. Guests can keep active with onsite mini golf, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this luxurious guest house.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Mini golf

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1880
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Barclaycard

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Somerville Hotel Torquay
Somerville Torquay
The Somerville Hotel Torquay
The Somerville Torquay, Devon
Somerville House Torquay
Somerville Guesthouse Torquay
Somerville Guesthouse
The Somerville Torquay
Somerville Hotel Torquay
The Somerville Torquay
The Somerville Guesthouse
The Somerville Guesthouse Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Somerville offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Somerville does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Somerville?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Somerville?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Somerville?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 25.00 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Somerville and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Somerville also has a garden.

What's the area around The Somerville like?

The Somerville is in the heart of Torquay, a short 14-minute walk from Princess Theatre and 16 minutes' walk from Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves.

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