Hotels on the beach in Torquay, United Kingdom
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 beach hotels and resorts in Torquay. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 10 Amazing Beach Hotels in Torquay
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1 Cary Arms & Spa
Torquay
Cary Arms & Spa offers accommodations 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. A flat-screen TV, as well as an iPod docking station are featured. Certain rooms include a seating area where you can relax. Enjoy a cup of coffee from your terrace or balcony. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Bike hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for fishing. The hotel also offers car hire. Torquay United FC is 0.6 mi from Cary Arms & Spa, while Torquay Library is 1.2 mi away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 18 mi from Cary Arms & Spa.
Address Beach Road Show on map- Heated pool
- Pool tables
- Ping pong tables
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
- Pets are welcome
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2 Hotel Indigo Torquay by IHG
Torquay
Situated in Torquay, 100 metres from Livermead Beach, Hotel Indigo Torquay, By IHG features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a sea view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms include a wardrobe. A buffet, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property. Newton Abbot Racecourse is 13 km from Hotel Indigo Torquay, By IHG, while Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 37 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 41 km away.
Address Torbay Road Show on map- Gym / fitness center
- Pets are welcome
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3 The Buccaneer Inn Babbacombe
Located in Torquay, The Buccaneer Inn offers beachfront accommodations a 11-minute walk from Oddicombe Beach and provides facilities like a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 7.8 miles from Newton Abbot Racecourse, the inn with free WiFi is also 23 miles away from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. Riviera International Centre is 2 miles away and Brixham Harbour is 10 miles from the inn. At the inn, all rooms are equipped with a closet and a flat-screen TV. All rooms come with an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette equipped with a fridge. All guest rooms at The Buccaneer Inn are equipped with a seating area. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Torquay, like hiking, windsurfing and fishing. Totnes Castle is 11 miles from The Buccaneer Inn, while Berry Head is 11 miles away. Exeter International Airport is 25 miles from the property.
Address 43 Babbacombe Downs Rd Show on map -
4 The Osborne Hotel
Torquay
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 Center features an indoor swimming pool, fully equipped gym and tennis court. Guests can relax on the spacious poolside terraces. The Crescent Restaurant has impressive bay views and offers regional specialties. Osborne Hotel is a 15-minute stroll from the picturesque Torquay Marina. Free on-site parking is available, and Torquay Railway Station is just 1 and a half miles away.
Address Hesketh Crescent, Meadfoot Show on map- Swimming pool
- Tennis court
- Gym / fitness center
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5 The Downs, Babbacombe
Babbacombe
The Downs, Babbacombe in Torquay provides accommodations with a terrace, a bar, and a shared lounge. This 4-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a concierge service. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house. At the guest house, the units include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Rooms include a kettle, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while selected rooms also boast a balcony and some have sea views. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. At the property, there is an traditional restaurant serving British cuisine as well as vegetarian options. Activities such as snorkeling, fishing, and hiking can be enjoyed in the area, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Oddicombe Beach is a 11-minute walk from The Downs, Babbacombe, while Newton Abbot Racecourse is 7.8 miles from the property. Exeter International Airport is 25 miles away.
Address Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay Show on map- Tennis court
- Pets are welcome
- Water park
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6 Waters Edge Hotel Torquay
Torquay
Set back from Livermead Beach, the Waters Edge Hotel Torquay offers limited on-site parking. Torquay Railway Station is just 1640 feet away, while the coach station is 1.2 mi away. WiFi is available in the reception area. The bedrooms have an private bathroom. All rooms feature a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There are a selection of cafes and restaurants within a 10-minute walk from the property. Located just outside Torquay center, Waters Edge is a 10-minute drive from Torquay Harbor and the Princess Theater is a 15-minute walk away. Exeter International Airport is 20 mi away.
Address Seafront Show on map -
7 The Heritage Hotel
Torquay City Centre
Overlooking the bay just 200 yards from Torre Abbey beach, The Heritage Hotel Complex features a prime south facing location in the heart of Torquay. The hotel has 24 bedrooms of which the majority of rooms have sea views. All rooms have private bathrooms with either a shower or a bath. All rooms have hairdryers, toiletries and tea and coffee making facilities. There is free wifi throughout the hotel. Sky TV features in all rooms except the 3 garden rooms which are Freeview. There is also an indoor pool which guests have access to for a small charge. The Heritage Hotel complex also features Appleby's, the adjoining bar and restaurant, which is one of Torquay's best-known destination venues featuring bay views, a spacious bar and lounge area with large-screen HD TVs showing live sports. The bar also has a large sun terrace which you can relax on and soak up the sun. The restaurant offers a variety of breakfast options to include continental and cooked options. Delicious lunch and evening meals are also served seven days a week. The Heritage Hotel is just a short walk from Torquay harbor, the Riviera Conference Center, Princess Theater and town center shops. The hotel has its own car park and is next to a large public car park. The car park is free and is on a first come first serve basis.
Address Shedden Hill Show on map- Swimming pool
- Pets are welcome
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8 The Grand Hotel
Torquay City Centre
Attractively set in the center of Torquay, The Grand Hotel features 4-star accommodations close to Riviera International Center and Torre Abbey. The rooms come with a TV with satellite channels. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, rooms at the hotel also boast free WiFi. The Grand Hotel offers a continental or buffet breakfast. There is an in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of British dishes. Staff at the reception can assist guests at any time of the day. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 20 mi from the property.
Address Sea Front Show on map- Heated pool
- Gym / fitness center
- Pets are welcome
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9 Livermead Cliff Hotel
Torquay
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 High Speed Wi-Fi is provided. The hotel has onsite parking at a rate of £12 per day per vehicle for overnight parking. This will be charged on check in. Car parking spaces are available on a first come first serve basis and cannot be reserved in advance. 7 kWh Pod Point Fast Car charging is also available onsite in 2 bays, rates for these are charged at 0.59 pence per kWh. Parking in these bays will also incur an overnight parking fee on top of the charging fee of £12 per day for overnight parking. A selection of fresh, Italian coffee is available from the Riveria Terrace which overlooks the landscaped gardens and the sea. Guests can choose from a varied lunch menu which specializes in locally caught fish, or enjoy a casual evening drink on the terrace. All rooms at the Livermead Cliff Hotel are traditionally decorated and have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Tea and coffee facilities are also provided. Torre Abbey Sands beach and Torquay Rail Station are both a 15-minute walk away. Torbay town center is less than a 15-minute journey on foot and Torquay town center is a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Address Seafront Show on map- Pets are welcome
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10 Livermead House Hotel
Torquay
Facing the beachfront, Livermead House Hotel offers 3-star accommodations in Torquay and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge. Offering a restaurant, the property also features a terrace, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The property has evening entertainment and room service. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an electric tea pot, a hot tub, a hairdryer and a closet. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at the hotel also feature a sea view. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. Speaking Bulgarian, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always at hand to help. Livermead Beach is a few steps from Livermead House Hotel, while Newton Abbot Racecourse is 7.8 miles from the property. Exeter International Airport is 25 miles away.
Address Sea Front Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
- Pets are welcome
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