Welcome to Torquay – a beautiful seaside town on the English Riviera in South Devon. With a Mediterranean climate, calm blue seas and spectacular coastline views, it’s no surprise that many people come here for a holiday. If you’re planning a trip to Torquay, you might want to consider beach hotels as your accommodation option. In this blog, we’ll explore the advantages of staying in a hotel on the beach in Torquay.
First, beach hotels have an unbeatable location – right on the edge of the water. Whether you’re in your room or enjoying a meal or a drink at the beach bar, you’ll be able to enjoy the view of the beach and ocean all around you. Plus, as you’re so close to the beach, you can simply walk out of your hotel and onto the sand, making it easy to enjoy your days off relaxing by the sea.
Another benefit of booking a beach hotel is the convenience. From shops and supermarkets to pubs and cafes, you’ll find a range of amenities nearby – perfect for topping up the essentials or getting a bite to eat. Plus, some beach hotels even offer beachfront restaurants and bars of their own, so you don’t have to leave the comfort of the resort to enjoy a meal.
Finally, beach hotels tend to offer more features than your average hotel. From outdoor swimming pools to state-of-the-art gyms and spas, beach hotels often come with plenty of ways to enjoy yourself. Some hotels may even provide seasonal activities like yoga on the beach or watersports, allowing you to add an extra dose of adventure to your stay.
In conclusion, beach hotels offer plenty of advantages when visiting Torquay that other accommodation options simply can’t match. From the unbeatable location to the convenience and extra features, choosing a beach hotel could be the ideal way to make your holiday memorable.
Best Torquay Hotels On The Beach
Riviera Hotel
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Staying in this Torquay property, you are invited to discover Cockington Country Park, located a 5-minute drive away, or visit sports venues like Torquay United FC Stadium, set a 5-minute ride away. Standing within a 6-minute walk of Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens, the Riviera Torquay is not very far from Inner Harbour Marina.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Torre Abbey Sands, which is 650 metres away. Entertainment options in the area feature the pleasure Paignton Pier at a 3.5 km distance from Riviera Hotel.
There are 187 rooms with a patio and a balcony. Some of them offer complimentary WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels together with an electric kettle. You'll find nice touches like a separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets to enhance your stay.
Abbey Sands Hotel
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The family-friendly property benefits from an ideal setting within a 6-minute stroll of Riviera International Centre. Featuring the best options for rejuvenation, Babbacombe Beach lies within 10 minutes' drive of the Abbey Sands Torquay.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Torre Abbey Sands, which is only 500 metres away. One of the most important attractions in Torquay is Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens and it is located only minutes from Abbey Sands Hotel.
Some rooms provide coffee and tea making facilities as well as free wireless internet and a TV set to help you enjoy your stay. They are outfitted with spacious decor. A bathtub and a shower are available in some of the private bathrooms.
Abbey Lawn Hotel
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Mint Casino is located within a 5-minute walk of the accommodation, and such natural sites as Preston Sands Sandy Beach is approximately 2.9 km away. The 3-star hotel gives access to Riviera International Centre, which is nearly a 6-minute stroll away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Torre Abbey Sands, which is merely 800 metres away. Abbey Lawn Hotel is situated within a minutes' drive from Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens.
Some units at the property are fitted with an ironing set and air conditioning, and such self-catering options as an electric kettle. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as hair dryers.
Best Beach hotels in Torquay
Anchorage Hotel & Spa
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The family-friendly accommodation is set in the heart of Torquay not far from Parish Church Of All Saints. Standing 9 minutes on foot from the outdoor miniature Babbacombe Model Village, the hotel is 25 minutes on foot from Mint Casino.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Oddicombe Beach, which is a 14-minute walk away. The nearby notable religious buildings include Torre Abbey, within 2.2 km of Anchorage Hotel.
Some rooms provide coffee and tea making facilities as well as free wireless internet to help you enjoy your stay. They come with a bath, together with amenities such as complimentary toiletries and bath sheets. The units of this Torquay hotel look out over Dorset Coast.
The Morley Villa
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English Riviera Centre lies approximately 5 minutes on foot from this accommodation. The family owned establishment is about 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Torquay. Café Bayview Restaurant is 5 minutes' walk away.
The Morley Villa is near Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens in Torquay.
There are 6 rooms and 1 bathroom. Guests can make use of private bathrooms at this Torquay accommodation.
Hotels in Torquay
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Exeter International |
| Average Price 💰 | 209$ |
| Hotels in Torquay 🏨 | 596 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 8858 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | Inner Harbour, Shaldon Wildlife Trust, Brixham Heritage Museum, Riviera Life Church, Cary Gardens |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Riviera Hotel |
| Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Abbey Sands Hotel |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Abbey Lawn Hotel |
The Hotel Balmoral - Just For Adults
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The property is in a shopping area of Torquay. Guests can also easily visit the arts theater "Little Theatre" or Babbacombe & Oddicombe, which is approximately a 25-minute stroll away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Meadfoot Beach, which is a 5-minute walk away. Along with other cultural attractions the Grand Torquay Musuem Victorian Museum is nestled within close distance of The Hotel Balmoral.
The rooms feature tea/coffee making equipment, as well as high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. A shower, together with such amenities as a hair dryer and guest toiletries, are also at guests' disposal.
Cheap Beach hotels in Torquay
Orestone Manor
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The property offers a quiet location within 35 minutes' ride of Exeter International airport. Natural attractions in the area include Ness Cove Beach, around a 10-minute drive from the cosy hotel, and a beach is just 700 metres away.
This accommodation is placed relatively close to Lyme Bay. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit Torre Abbey, a popular place of worship set within 4.7 km of the 4-star Oyo Orestone Manor Hotel.
Furnished with a stone fireplace, all rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with an electric kettle. They have comfortable interior. The private bathrooms are appointed with a walk-in shower, and such comforts as a hairdryer and bathrobes.
Diamond Hotel
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The property is set in the very heart of Torquay 400 metres from Torre Abbey Sands Beach. This Torquay hotel places you 0.9 km from Corbyn Beach.
The private beach is located around 0.9 km away. Richmond Hotel is situated just a pleasant stroll away from the coastal Living Coasts Zoo, and Torquay Coach bus station lies about 10 minutes' walk away.
All of the refurbished rooms are complete with a television as well as a coffee maker, and some of them comprise a balcony and a dressing area. A roll in shower and a bath, together with such amenities as hair dryers and bath sheets, are also at guests' disposal. Certain units feature panoramic views of the sea.
Regina Hotel
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This hotel is placed about 45 km from Exeter International airport and not very far from such cultural venues as the Grand Torquay Musuem Victorian Museum. From the Regina it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to the prehistoric caves "Kents Cavern".
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Torre Abbey Sands, which is just a 9-minute walk away. The 3-star Regina Hotel is located a mere 250 metres from Torquay's Dinosaur World.
Some rooms provide tea/coffee making facilities as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as hairdryers and towels. The units also face the sea.
Luxury Beach hotels in Torquay
The Buccaneer Inn
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Located within a 5-minute stroll of Babbacombe & Oddicombe, the accommodation is set within walking distance from Oddicombe Shingle Beach. From this Torquay hotel it will take 25 minutes to walk to Riviera International Centre.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Babbacombe Beach, which is 0.7 km away. The area also includes natural sights like the pocket-sized beach "Anstey's Cove" within 1.1 km of The Buccaneer Inn.
Certain units at the property comprise a kitchenette and a seating area, and offer central heating and an iron/ironing board for your convenience. They come equipped with an electric kettle for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for business and leisure. Bathrooms include a shower together with comforts such as a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy views of the sea from this hotel. Additionally, a kitchenette with a microwave oven, an electric kettle and fridges are available in a double room.
The Headland Hotel & Spa
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The property is placed about 45 km from Exeter International airport and at a short distance from such cultural venues as the Grand Torquay Musuem Victorian Museum. Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens is a super close walk to the The Headland Hotel & Spa Torquay, while Devonshire Hotel bus stop is around 5 minutes' walk away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Meadfoot Beach, which is around 0.8 km away. The coastal Living Coasts Zoo is also 750 metres from The Headland Hotel & Spa.
Some rooms include central heating and ironing facilities, as well as a coffee maker for your convenience. Guests can use a bathtub together with hairdryers and dressing gowns. Certain units overlook the sea.
Livermead House Hotel
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This Torquay property is placed about 45 km from Exeter International airport and within a 5-minute walk of Corbyn Headland. Popular natural sights near the Livermead House Torquay are Abbey Park (900 metres) and Preston Sands Sandy Beach (2.1 km).
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Torre Abbey Sands, which is merely 500 metres away. Entertainment in the area includes Princess Theatre within close distance of Livermead House Hotel.
The rooms overlook the pool and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with tea and coffee making equipment. They come with a bathtub and a walk-in shower, together with amenities such as a shower cap and bath sheets.
Pet friendly Beach hotels in Torquay
Meadfoot Bay Hotel
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Guests can access the Grand Torquay Musuem Victorian Museum merely 1 km from the property, while the prehistoric caves "Kents Cavern" is approximately a 5-minute drive away. Natural attractions in the area include Abbey Park, a 5-minute ride from the hotel, and a beach is less than 13 minutes' walk away.
The Blue Flag beach is set not too far from this comfortable accommodation, while the coastal Living Coasts Zoo is nearly a 14-minute walk away. Along with other cultural attractions Golden Hind Museum Ship is nestled a 15-minute drive from Meadfoot Bay Hotel.
The accommodation offers 14 rooms with coffee/tea making machines, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some of the stylish units also come with an electric kettle and fridges. The separate bathrooms include a shower, and comforts such as a hairdryer and toiletries.
The Somerville
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The luxury property puts you right in the centre of Torquay, within 5 minutes' drive of the outdoor miniature Babbacombe Model Village. The life-sized Victorian Bygones Shopping Street is a 5-minute ride from the smoke-free Somerville Bed & Breakfast, and Exeter International airport is 45 km away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Beacon Cove, which is only a 13-minute walk away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Meadfoot Beach, a walk from The Somerville Bed & Breakfast.
There are smoke-free rooms at this perfect property, some of them come with free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV and include en-suite bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower. These spacious units are furnished with soundproof windows along with a sofa set and a work desk. The modern bathrooms come with a hairdryer.
Devonshire Hotel
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Set within 15 minutes' walk of Torre Abbey Sands Public Beach, the accommodation also gives access to such sports venues as Torquay United FC Stadium, which is a 5-minute ride away. Abbey Park is a 5-minute drive away, while Torquay Harbour is a few metres away from the Devonshire.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Beacon Cove, which is a mere 650 metres away. Devonshire Hotel stands about 10 minutes' walk from Riviera Life Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Some rooms include an iron and air conditioning, as well as coffee and tea making facilities for your convenience. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as hair dryers and complimentary toiletries.
Family friendly Beach hotels in Torquay
Hampton By Hilton Torquay Hotel
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Torquay Seafront is 1.5 km from the property, while Meadfoot Beach is within 14 minutes' stroll of the location. The nearby entertainment attractions are Princess Theatre (500 metres) and the pleasure Paignton Pier (3.6 km).
The hotel allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Abbey Park a 19-minute stroll away.
There are air-conditioned rooms at the property, some of them come with complimentary WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and include private bathrooms fitted with a roll in shower and a sink. Ironing facilities and climate control are featured for guests' comfort. The units also look over the street.