The Somerville

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Elegant comfort with stunning breakfast views

Welcoming and friendly, this hotel offers cosy, quiet rooms with tasteful decor and a large comfortable bed. Delight in a beautifully prepared breakfast with fresh fruit, cereals, and cooked options, all enjoyed in a sunny room with a great view.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Junior Suite (1st Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Meadfoot Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
515 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 1HJ

What's nearby

  • Torquay Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Torquay Marina - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Inner Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Meadfoot Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Griffin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burridge's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Apple & Parrot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Hole In The Wall - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Clock Tower - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Somerville

Luxury guest house near Princess Theatre
Located close to Torquay Museum and Inner Harbour, The Somerville provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and mini golf. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this guest house. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a bar.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike hire and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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 lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is The Somerville pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Somerville?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Somerville?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Somerville?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Somerville located?

Located in the heart of Torquay, this luxury guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Torquay Museum and Inner Harbour. Little Theatre and Princess Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Torquay Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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