From £ 128 night

The Downs, Babbacombe Hotel Torquay

Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay

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The Downs, Babbacombe Hotel Torquay

Type: Guest house

Check-in: 15:30-21:00

Check-out: 10:00

Overview

Beach access

Beachfront

Terrace

Golf centre

Golf course

Situated in Babbacombe, which is a place of hidden coves and secret hideaways, around 25 minutes' walk from English Riviera Visitor Information Centre, the comfortable The Downs, Babbacombe Hotel Torquay boasts a shared lounge and a golf course. Featuring views of the sea, the 4-star hotel includes a restaurant with British cuisine and a lounge bar.

Location

The hotel is notable for its scenic location, just 0.7 km from the life-sized Victorian Bygones Shopping Street and 3.1 km from Torquay train station. Guests can visit Babbacombe & Oddicombe, which is nearly a 5-minute walk away, and Cockington Country Park which is within 10 minutes' drive of The Downs Torquay.

Transport

Sefton Hotel bus stop is situated near the property.

Nearby Attractions

The prehistoric caves "Kents Cavern" lies merely 1.8 km away.

Rooms

A balcony and a sitting area are included in the rooms for guests' convenience. In-room entertainment includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the rooms also have coffee and tea makers for self-catering.

Dining

There is an à la carte restaurant on the site The Downs. Offering British dishes, Angels Tea Rooms lies in close proximity to this Torquay hotel.

Rooms & Availability

Our pick

The curator's pick

Compact Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 2nd Floor

1/3

Compact Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 2nd Floor

2 max
1 Double bed
7 m² / 75 ft²

Sea view

From £114 / night

1/6

Small Double Room

2 max
1 King-size bed
7 m² / 75 ft²

Sea view

From £120 / night

1/5

Small Double Room

2 max
1 King-size bed
7 m² / 75 ft²

Sea view

From £126 / night

Standard Double Room with Balcony and Sea View

1/7

Standard Double Room with Balcony and Sea View

2 max
1 King-size bed
12 m² / 129 ft²

Sea view

Compact Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 1st Floor

1/6

Compact Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 1st Floor

2 max
1 King-size bed
7 m² / 75 ft²

Sea view

1/5

Double Room with Rear View 2nd Floor

2 max
1 King-size bed
13 m² / 140 ft²

Quiet street view

Amenities

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Electric kettle
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Aqua park
Leisure/ TV room

Tourist attractions in Torquay

Local sights

547 m 1795 ft Babbacombe Model Village, Babbacombe
774 m 2541 ft Bygones Museum
1.9 km 1.2 mi Torquay Museum
2.3 km 1.4 mi Harbour Amusements
2.2 km 1.4 mi K's Amusements
1.9 km 1.2 mi Living Coasts

Getting around

62.4 km 38.8 mi Bradford Airport
29.2 km 18.1 mi Exeter International
54.9 km 34.1 mi Kelly Bar Airport
42.7 km 26.5 mi Plymouth Airport
85.2 km 53 mi Yeovilton Airport
62.4 km 38.8 mi Bus Station Airport

Dining options

20 m 66 ft The Buccaneer Inn
40 m 131 ft The Babbacombe Bay Cafe
40 m 131 ft Angels Tea Rooms
50 m 164 ft Royal Carvery
140 m 459 ft Hanbury's Licensed Fish Restaurant
150 m 492 ft Mirch Masala

Frequently Asked Questions

"Does The Downs, Babbacombe have a private beach?"

The property is located 300 yards from Oddicombe Beach, accessible via a flat walk of approximately 300 meters. Evening walks can be taken along nearby beaches with pedestrian access.

"What dining options does the restaurant offer?"

The on-site restaurant offers Chinese, Asian, and Thai dishes with menus that include items like boiled eggs, pancakes, and a variety of local and international cuisine.

"Can I bring my pet to The Downs, Babbacombe?"

Pets are allowed upon request at an additional charge of £10 per dog per night; not all rooms are suitable for larger dogs.

"What services do the staff provide?"

Staff provide services such as luggage storage and can assist with general inquiries about facilities and local attractions.

"How far is Babbacombe Theatre from the hotel?"

The theatre is approximately a 10-minute walk of about 300 meters from the property.

"Is parking available nearby?"

Public parking is possible at a nearby location with no reservation needed, costing £10 per day, or permits can be purchased in advance from Torbay Council for longer stays.

"What breakfast options are available and how much do they cost?"

Breakfast costs £10 per person and includes a menu with options such as boiled eggs, pancakes, and local produce, available in the on-site lounge bar which is dog-friendly.