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The Somerville

5.0 star property
5-star luxury guest house near Torquay Museum

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Suite, Garden View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Lounge
Reception
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • BarBarBar

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Map
515 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 1HJ
  • Popular LocationInner Harbour9 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrincess Theatre14 min walk
  • Popular LocationMeadfoot Beach17 min walk
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)48 min drive

Room options

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

Deluxe Suite

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Junior Suite

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Meadfoot Suite

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite (1st Floor)

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, Garden View

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Double Room

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Torquay

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Torquay guesthouse, you'll be steps from Torquay Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Inner Harbour. Also, Little Theatre is within half a mile (1 km) and Princess Theatre is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Inner Harbour - 9 min walk
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk
  • Meadfoot Beach - 17 min walk
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 19 min walk
  • Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 8 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yates Torquay - 7 min walk
  • Apple & Parrot - 7 min walk
  • The Hole in the Wall - 8 min walk
  • Prezzo - 11 min walk
  • Amici - 6 min walk

About this property

The Somerville

5-star luxury guest house near Torquay Museum
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Somerville. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Torquay guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1880
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Somerville offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Torquay guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Mini golf

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
Express check-out available

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Barclaycard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Somerville to the airport?

The Somerville is 28 mi (48-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Somerville?

As of May 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Somerville on May 30, 2024 start from $128.43, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Somerville have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Somerville.

How close is The Somerville to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 13-minute walk from Beacon Cove and 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Meadfoot Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Somerville offer free breakfast?

The Somerville offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at The Somerville?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Somerville?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at The Somerville?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Somerville have a pool?

The Somerville does not have a pool.

Does The Somerville have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Somerville to downtown Torquay?

The Somerville is 0.4 mi away from Torquay.

The Somerville Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 322 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay for a theatre show
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem of a place!
Stayed for three nights. Peter is a great host, meeting us on arrival to welcome us in. Two beautiful rooms / a bedroom and small lounge, with a recently refurbished and very stylist shower room. Tasteful decor with a large comfortable bed and good quality bed linen. All very clean. Beautifully prepared breakfast, with plenty of fresh fruit, cereals plus a good choice of cooked too. The Somerville is just a 10 minute walk down to the sea front. Torquay museum is a 5 minute walk. An excellent place to visit. The Hole in the Wall is a lovely old pub serving great food and only 7 minute walk down the hill. I can highly recommend a stay at the Somerville!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel brilliant, Peter and Helen lovely, breakfast excellent . Lovely room. Had a brilliant week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location owners very helpful and very obliging
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcomed on arrival by Peter very nice knowledgeable guy.Rooms spotless and big nothing too much trouble nice breakfast in the morning .Thanks all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay.
Excellent host.Wonderful breakfast. Brilliant on site parking .Lovely,large room and en suite.Convenient position. Maybe needs abit of extra dusting on ornate furniture in bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022