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The Somerville, Torquay

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  • 515 Babbacombe Rd, TQ1 1HJ Torquay, United Kingdom - View on map
9.8 /10
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Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Bed and breakfast
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The property features fresh, bright decor. Antiques sit alongside modern amenities. Rooms have flat-screen TVs. Goose feather duvets provide comfort. Deluxe rooms come with king-sized beds. There are iPod docks in the rooms. What parking options are available? Private parking is offered. Parking on site is accessible. Is WiFi provided? Yes, WiFi is available in all areas. How is cleanliness maintained? We use cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus. Linens and towels are washed according to local authority guidelines. Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays. What about housekeeping services? Guests can opt to cancel any cleaning services during their stay. What culinary delights await? An extensive continental buffet and a cooked breakfast menu is served daily. Is there a room service option for meals? A separate continental room service menu is available for those wishing to eat breakfast in bed. What are the breakfast hours? Breakfast times are extended at weekends. What attractions are nearby? The town center has many attractions. The Princess Theatre is a popular spot. The Torquay Museum is also worth visiting. Torre Abbey attracts tourists. The harbour is within walking distance. Paignton Zoo is just a short car journey away.
Facilities

Attain optimal warmth with our elite heating system, finely tuned to respond to diverse weather fluctuations. Your safety is our priority, so we provide easy access to fire extinguishers. Every room has a TV for effortless viewing of shows and movies. For your complete comfort, we offer free parking spaces right on-site. Access complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi anywhere on our property. Find your romantic retreat in our double rooms, designed for love. Plan your dream escape using our user-friendly reservation interface, complete with comprehensive user feedback, an extensive gallery of pictures, straightforward navigation, and tips from previous travelers to assist with your travel planning.

Rooms: 9
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Room Types

Deluxe Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • waste bin,
  • iron,
  • heating,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • clothes rack,
  • fan,
  • carpeted floor,
  • bedside socket,
  • hypoallergenic room
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • hairdryer,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • shower,
  • body soap,
  • conditioner,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • bathrobe,
  • shower cap,
  • private bathroom,
  • toilet paper,
  • shampoo
Property technology & media
  • flat-screen tv,
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • ipod docking station,
  • satellite tv channels,
  • radio,
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • refrigerator,
  • electric kettle,
  • wine glasses,
  • bottled water,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply)
Paid extra services
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • towels,
  • key access,
  • bed linen,
  • alarm clock
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Individually decorated in Art Deco style rooms with brand new bathrooms with modern lighting , fridge & tea/coffee making facilities

Deluxe Twin Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • hypoallergenic room,
  • waste bin,
  • work desk,
  • fan,
  • bedside socket,
  • heating,
  • clothes rack,
  • iron,
  • carpeted floor,
  • soundproofed rooms
Sanitary facilities
  • shower cap,
  • hairdryer,
  • shampoo,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • toilet,
  • conditioner,
  • private bathroom,
  • shower,
  • body soap,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • bathrobe
Property technology & media
  • radio,
  • ipod docking station,
  • flat-screen tv,
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • satellite tv channels,
  • television (tv)
Dining & bars
  • electric kettle,
  • wine glasses,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • refrigerator,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • bottled water
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • alarm clock,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

These quiet rooms are beautifully furnished with French style white painted furniture.

Junior Suite (2 Adults) Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Junior Suite (2 Adults)
Room standards
  • seating area,
  • heating,
  • carpeted floor,
  • sofa bed,
  • bedside socket,
  • iron,
  • fan,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • sofa,
  • soundproofed rooms
Sanitary facilities
  • private bathroom,
  • conditioner,
  • shower,
  • shampoo,
  • shower cap,
  • hairdryer,
  • toilet,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • toilet paper,
  • body soap,
  • bathrobe
Property technology & media
  • television (tv),
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • flat-screen tv
Dining & bars
  • electric kettle,
  • refrigerator,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • wine glasses,
  • bottled water
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • alarm clock,
  • key access
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

This junior suite is located on the ground floor and is an exceptionally quiet and private room. It features a courtyard garden, which is accessed through French doors and contains a fountain. The room has the benefit of a king-size bed, a sofa, and an en-suite with a large shower. There are tea and coffee making facilities and there is a mini fridge and private Outdoor seating area.

Superior King Suite Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • iron,
  • carpeted floor,
  • bedside socket,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • heating,
  • seating area,
  • fan,
  • sofa
Sanitary facilities
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • conditioner,
  • shampoo,
  • private bathroom,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • bathrobe,
  • shower cap,
  • body soap,
  • toilet,
  • hairdryer,
  • bathtub or shower
Property technology & media
  • flat-screen tv,
  • television (tv),
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix)
Dining & bars
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • wine glasses,
  • refrigerator,
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply)
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • alarm clock
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • shower chair
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

This King suite is located on the ground floor with walk in shower, beautiful Art Deco geometric wallpaper. It features a view over our gardens with separate sofa, king-size bed, smart TV , fridge & Tea and tea and coffee making facilities.

Deluxe Suite Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Deluxe Suite
Room standards
  • bedside socket,
  • carpeted floor,
  • sofa,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • iron,
  • fan,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • seating area,
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • bathrobe,
  • toilet paper,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • hairdryer,
  • shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • shampoo,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • shower cap,
  • toilet,
  • conditioner,
  • body soap,
  • bathtub
Property technology & media
  • television (tv),
  • flat-screen tv,
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix)
Dining & bars
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • refrigerator,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • wine glasses,
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • bed linen,
  • alarm clock,
  • towels,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

This spacious and luxurious suite has a king-size bed and separate lounge with sofa and chairs. It includes a mini-fridge stocked with Devon mineral water. The en suite bathrooms is fitted to a high standard and comes with a roll top bath, separate shower, a TV and free toiletries.

Junior Suite Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Junior Suite
Room standards
  • bedside socket,
  • fan,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • iron,
  • carpeted floor,
  • heating,
  • sofa
Sanitary facilities
  • shower,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • hairdryer,
  • conditioner,
  • toilet paper,
  • private bathroom,
  • shower cap,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • toilet,
  • body soap,
  • shampoo,
  • bathrobe
Property technology & media
  • television (tv),
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • flat-screen tv
Dining & bars
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle,
  • wine glasses,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • refrigerator,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply)
Paid extra services
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • alarm clock,
  • bed linen,
  • key access,
  • towels
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

This spacious and luxurious, refurbished suite is has a dual aspect over the front and side of the property and enjoys far reaching views over the Torwood area of Torquay. It features a bedroom with a luxury king-size bed and a separate lounge with sofa bed, mini-fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. The Art Deco Tiles in suite bathroom has a spacious shower.

Suite with Garden View Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Suite with Garden View
Room standards
  • iron,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • carpeted floor,
  • bedside socket,
  • heating,
  • fan,
  • seating area,
  • private entrance,
  • sofa
Sanitary facilities
  • conditioner,
  • body soap,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • shower cap,
  • toilet,
  • shower,
  • shampoo,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathtub,
  • private bathroom,
  • hairdryer,
  • bathrobe
Property technology & media
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix),
  • television (tv),
  • flat-screen tv
Dining & bars
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • wine glasses,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • refrigerator
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • key access,
  • alarm clock,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

This self-contained suite is set at the back of the property. It is made up of a spacious bedroom with an en suite bathroom, and a sitting room with French doors opening onto a terrace and garden.

Superior King Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Superior King Room
Room standards
  • bedside socket,
  • sofa
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • shower,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • shower cap,
  • bathrobe,
  • shampoo,
  • private bathroom,
  • toilet paper,
  • hairdryer
Property technology & media
  • flat-screen tv,
  • television (tv),
  • streaming services (e.g., netflix)
Dining & bars
  • electric kettle,
  • bottled water,
  • refrigerator,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • wine glasses,
  • tea and coffee making facilities
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels,
  • key access,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • alarm clock
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a sofa, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.

Choose your ideal room at The Somerville

Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:

  • Deluxe Double Room
  • Deluxe Twin Room
  • Deluxe Suite
  • Junior Suite
  • Junior Suite (2 Adults)
  • Suite with Garden View
  • Superior King Suite
  • Superior King Room

Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.

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Facilities and services

General property information General property information

parking available, complimentary parking, on-site parking, private parking area, wi-fi throughout the property

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

nearby golf course (within 3 km), fishing opportunities, hiking trails accessible, cycling routes, scuba diving, horseback riding, miniature golf, beach access

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

hotel bar, breakfast served in room, selection of wine/champagne

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

on-site car rental, local public transport passes, general shuttle transport

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

quick check-in/check-out, baggage hold, individual check-in/check-out, invoices available

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

access to hotel garden, outdoor terrace area, rooftop sun deck

Business & conference facilities Business & conference facilities

fax and photocopying services

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, spacious family rooms, noise-reducing/soundproofed rooms, in-room heating, hypoallergenic room options, entirely non-smoking property

Property safety & security Property safety & security

strategically placed smoke detectors, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers

Security systems Security systems

staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, removal of shared non-essential items (menus, magazines, etc.), hand sanitiser readily available in rooms and key areas, guest health screening procedures in place, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible

Social distancing guidelines Social distancing guidelines

seamless contactless check-in/check-out process, secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines

Disinfection & cleaning procedures Disinfection & cleaning procedures

use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, guest rooms sealed post-cleaning for safety, option to decline room cleaning services during stay

Food & drink safety Food & drink safety

safe physical distancing in dining spaces, in-room food delivery option available, all dining ware (plates, cutlery, glasses) fully sanitised

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Guest parking

Complimentary guest parking! The property offers free on-site parking, including a dedicated private parking area.

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Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 14:00 Until 18:00 hours

Check-out

From 07:30 Until 10:30 hours

Children and extra beds

Children from 0 to 12 years old pay 10.00 GBP per night using extra bed. Children from 0 to 2 years old pay 10.00 GBP per night using cot. Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

Languages spoken
   
Contact methods
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Important information
Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag parties.

The hotel will make additional charges if the non-smoking policy is broken.

The property cannot accept American Express cards.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At The Somerville, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
At The Somerville, payment by bank transfer prior to arrival is mandatory. After booking at The Somerville, the property will contact you with further instructions.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Check-in starts at 18:00 and check-out is by 10:30.
Use the GPS coordinates: 50.463255, -3.517033 to reach the destination.
No, The Somerville does not offer airport transportation.
The property is not fully adapted for children, but is welcoming to all.
Yes, the property offers various dining options. See the Amenities tab.
Yes, we provide on-site parking for our guests.
Of course, for our guests' safety, all rooms are equipped with smoke alarms.
Yes, for everyone's safety, the common areas are monitored by CCTV.
Yes, we use professional-grade cleaning chemicals that are effective against viruses, including coronavirus.
Yes, hand sanitizer is available in guest accommodations and in key common areas throughout the property.

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