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Beachfront hotels in Torquay

A curated list of beach hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Torquay. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 The Headland Hotel & Spa Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Headland Hotel & Spa

    *** Hotel. Set in Torquay, 800 metres from Beacon Cove Beach, The Headland Hotel & Spa offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar. Show full description Guest review score 7.9

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  • 2 The Heritage Hotel Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Heritage Hotel

    *** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Overlooking the bay just 200 yards from Torre Abbey beach, The Heritage Hotel Complex boasts a prime south facing location in the heart of Torquay. The hotel has 24 bedrooms of which the majority of rooms have sea views. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 44 GBP.

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  • 3 The Hotel Balmoral Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Hotel Balmoral

    *** Hotel. With beautiful landscaped gardens and a terrace overlooking the sea, The Hotel Balmoral is a 15-minute walk from Torquay’s harbour. There is free WiFi throughout the building, and free private parking on site. Rooms have simple, elegant décor with traditional furnishings. Each benefits from a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a bathroom with free toiletries. The fine dining restaurant serves Italian, french and English inspired dishes, with fresh fish supplied from Brixham fish market. The menu changes each day. The Hotel Balmoral is surrounded by restaurants and bars, and the beach is just a few minutes’ walk away. The town’s main shopping area can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 62 GBP.

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  • 4 The Osborne Hotel Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Osborne Hotel

    **** Hotel. With views across the English Riviera, The Osborne Hotel overlooks six acres of landscaped grounds stretching down to Meadfoot Beach. The elegant bedrooms are individually decorated, all en suite with free Wi-Fi access, tea/coffee making facilities and free mineral water. Hesketh’s Health and Fitness Centre features an indoor swimming pool, fully equipped gym and tennis courts. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 62 GBP.

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  • 5 Livermead Cliff Hotel Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: Livermead Cliff Hotel

    *** Hotel. With a cliff-top location, and private access to the secluded Livermead Sands Beach, the family-run Livermead Cliff Hotel offers far-reaching sea views from its mood lit terrace seating area. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking with 7kWh podpoint chargers are also available. A selection of fresh, Italian coffee is available from the Riveria Terrace which overlooks the landscaped gardens and the sea. Show full description Guest review score 6.9, rooms from around 50 GBP.

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  • 6 Cary Arms & Spa Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: Cary Arms & Spa

    ***** Hotel. Cary Arms & Spa offers accommodation in Torquay. The hotel has a barbecue and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 140 GBP.

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  • 7 The Grand Hotel Torquay, United Kingdom

    The Grand Hotel

    **** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Attractively set in the centre of Torquay, The Grand Hotel features 4-star accommodation close to Riviera International Centre and Torre Abbey. The rooms come with a TV with satellite channels. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.0, rooms from around 61 GBP.

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  • 8 Livermead House Hotel Torquay, United Kingdom

    Livermead House Hotel

    *** Hotel. With a picturesque seafront location, Livermead House Hotel is a short walk from Torquay town centre, with its many shops and restaurants. Built in 1820, it offers 3-star accommodation and free parking. The hotel’s leisure facilities include 1 outdoor swimming pools and a squash court on site. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around 50 GBP.

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  • 9 The Cimon Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Cimon

    **** Guest house. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Set in an 1850’s detached Victorian building, The Cimon features a large patio garden, and a 30-foot outdoor swimming pool. Located in the heart of Torquay, the guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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  • 10 The Downs, Babbacombe Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Downs, Babbacombe

    **** Bed and Breakfast. Boasting spectacular views over Babbacombe Downs and Lyme Bay, all the way to Portland Bill, this family-run residence is set in Babbacombe, a small village within the town of Torquay. There is no parking at the property but free parking is available nearby or at the Pay and Display at the rear of the property. Awarded 4 stars Gold by the AA, The Downs, Babbacombe have also received breakfast and dinner awards. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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  • 11 South Sands Beach House Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: South Sands Beach House

    ***** Holiday home. Boasting sea views, South Sands Beach House features accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 100 metres from Institute Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with city views. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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  • 12 The Bonting beautiful three bed townhouse near harbour and beach Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Bonting beautiful three bed townhouse near harbour and beach

    **** Holiday home. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Attractively situated right in the heart of Torquay, The Bonting beautiful three bed townhouse near harbour and beach offers city views and a garden, as well as a terrace. Featuring a patio, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, diving and fishing. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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  • 13 Panoramic sea views, sleeps 4, Torquay Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: Panoramic sea views, sleeps 4, Torquay

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Ideally located in the heart of Torquay, Panoramic sea views, sleeps 4, Torquay offers sea views and a terrace. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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  • 14 The Osborne Apartments Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Osborne Apartments

    **** Apartment. Situated in Torquay, 300 metres from Meadfoot Beach and 1.6 km from Beacon Cove Beach, The Osborne Apartments features accommodation with free WiFi, a garden with an outdoor swimming pool, sea views, and access to an indoor swimming pool and a fitness room. The units all have a seating area with a sofa bed, a flat-screen TV, DVD player, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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  • 15 Hesketh Crescent Apartments Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: Hesketh Crescent Apartments

    ***** Apartment. Located in the leafy Meadfoot Bay area of Torquay, this apartment is situated at the rear of a fine Regency crescent. Around 300 metres from Meadfoot Beach, it is a 5-minute drive from Torquay town centre and harbour. The apartment maintains many original architectural features and is bright throughout. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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  • 16 Astor House Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: Astor House

    **** Apartment. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Set in Torquay, Astor House offers sea views from most apartments and free WiFi, less than 1 km from Beacon Cove Beach and 700 metres from Riviera International Centre. Offering a south facing garden with sea views, each unit comes with a kitchen, living area with flat-screen TV, wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 149 GBP.

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  • 17 Sandybanks - Stylish apartment on Torquay promenade Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: Sandybanks - Stylish apartment on Torquay promenade

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Offering free WiFi and sea views, Sandybanks - Stylish apartment on Torquay promenade is an accommodation set in a central area of Torquay, just a few steps from Torre Abbey Sands Beach and 700 metres from Corbyn Beach. Housed in a building dating from 2018, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, windsurfing and fishing. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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  • 18 English Riviera Sunrise Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: English Riviera Sunrise

    Holiday home. Stay in the heart of Torquay. In a prime location in the centre of Torquay, English Riviera Sunrise offers a patio. Located on the beachfront, this property features free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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  • 19 The Manor Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: The Manor

    ***** Holiday home. Featuring sea views, The Manor features accommodation with a terrace and a patio, around 2 km from Corbyn Beach. This holiday home has a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting a DVD player, the holiday home has a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a bath. Show full description Guest review score 7.7

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  • 20 Bayfort Sea Studio - Comfortable Couples Retreat with Stunning Coastal Views Torquay, United Kingdom

    Beach: Bayfort Sea Studio - Comfortable Couples Retreat with Stunning Coastal Views

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Located in the centre of Torquay, 600 metres from Torre Abbey Sands Beach and less than 1 km from Corbyn Beach, Bayfort Sea Studio - Comfortable Couples Retreat with Stunning Coastal Views offers free WiFi. Featuring a balcony, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and snorkelling. Show full description Guest review score 7.4

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  • 21 Seaford Sands holiday home with Sea view Torquay, United Kingdom

    Seaford Sands holiday home with Sea view

    Apartment. Offering sea views, Seaford Sands holiday home with Sea view is an accommodation situated in Torquay, less than 1 km from Paignton Beach and 1.7 km from Preston Sands Beach. Set 400 metres from Goodrington Sands Beach, the property offers a garden and free private parking. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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  • 22 A7 Masts - Striking beach bolthole apartment with beautiful sea views private balcony & parking Torquay, United Kingdom

    A7 Masts - Striking beach bolthole apartment with beautiful sea views private balcony & parking

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Set in Torquay, 600 metres from Torre Abbey Sands Beach, A7 Masts - Striking beach bolthole apartment with beautiful sea views private balcony & parking offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a concierge service. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and cycling. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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  • 23 Bed& Boujee with sea views Torquay, United Kingdom

    Bed& Boujee with sea views

    Apartment. Located in Torquay and only 400 metres from Institute Beach, Bed& Boujee with sea views features accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 400 metres from Livermead Beach. The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 107 GBP.

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  • 24 Wellswood Apartment - Sunny apartment with stunning sea views and private balcony Torquay, United Kingdom

    Wellswood Apartment - Sunny apartment with stunning sea views and private balcony

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Located in Torquay, 1 km from Torre Abbey Sands Beach, Wellswood Apartment - Sunny apartment with stunning sea views and private balcony provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a concierge service. Featuring a balcony, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and cycling. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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  • 25 Meadfoot Bay Apartment at Hesketh Crescent Torquay, United Kingdom

    Meadfoot Bay Apartment at Hesketh Crescent

    Apartment. Meadfoot Bay Apartment at Hesketh Crescent is set in Torquay, 300 metres from Meadfoot Beach, 1.6 km from Beacon Cove Beach, as well as 2 km from Torre Abbey Sands Beach. This beachfront property offers access to mini-golf, free private parking and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 9.9

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  • 26 The Buccaneer Inn Torquay, United Kingdom

    The Buccaneer Inn

    Inn. Set in Torquay, within less than 1 km of Oddicombe Beach and a 14-minute walk of Anstey's Cove, The Buccaneer Inn offers accommodation with free WiFi. The property is around 13 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse, 37 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium and 3.5 km from Riviera International Centre. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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  • 27 Cliff Cottage Babbacombe Torquay, United Kingdom

    Cliff Cottage Babbacombe

    Holiday home. Boasting sea views, Cliff Cottage Babbacombe features accommodation with a patio and a kettle, around 1 km from Oddicombe Beach. Situated on the beachfront, this property has a garden and a terrace. This holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a bidet. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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  • 28 Sandybanks Loft - Penthouse Seaview Apartment on Promenade, Torquay Torquay, United Kingdom

    Sandybanks Loft - Penthouse Seaview Apartment on Promenade, Torquay

    Apartment. Stay in the heart of Torquay. Set in the centre of Torquay, just a few steps from Torre Abbey Sands Beach and 700 metres from Corbyn Beach, Sandybanks Loft - Penthouse Seaview Apartment on Promenade, Torquay offers accommodation with sea views and free WiFi. The apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and snorkelling. Show full description Guest review score 8.1

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  • 29 Hesketh Crescent Period Apartment Torquay, United Kingdom

    Hesketh Crescent Period Apartment

    Apartment. Situated in Torquay, just 300 metres from Meadfoot Beach, Hesketh Crescent Period Apartment features beachfront accommodation with a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and free WiFi. Set 1.6 km from Beacon Cove Beach, the property offers a bar and free private parking. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 130 GBP.

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