Title: The Downs Babbacombe Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=2244516&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Downs Babbacombe A peaceful coastal retreat with a sunny terrace for relaxation and a restaurant serving delicious meals near Babbacombe's seaside attractions ## Photo gallery for The Downs Babbacombe ![Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/71768aba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Street view - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/364cccf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/92863f17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/28f94913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine - The Downs Babbacombe (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/bc600235.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Downs Babbacombe, steps from Babbacombe Beach, offers a peaceful getaway. Enjoy breakfast and dinner at the on-site restaurant or relax on the sunny terrace. Grab coffee at the café before exploring Bygones Victorian Museum and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Parking available - Bar - Room service ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=2244516&PinnedHotelID=2244516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) ![Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/28e6f72f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View) ![Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/3aebee1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View) ### Highlights Balcony Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) ![Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/bddec6ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) ### Highlights Balcony Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) ![Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/65c9a425.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Balcony ![Standard Double Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/92863f17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Balcony ### Highlights Balcony Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) ![Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/f3be2269.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) ![Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/1f09eb8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) ### Highlights Balcony Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor) ![Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/4d44f775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) ![Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2244600/2244516/3035e2ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTorquay-Hotels-The-Downs-Babbacombe.h2244516.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTorquay-Hotels-The-Downs-Babbacombe.h2244516.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Babbacombe, a neighbourhood in Torquay, is home to The Downs Babbacombe. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Babbacombe Beach and Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves, while Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Paignton Zoo are popular local attractions. Bygones Victorian Museum and Princess Theatre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Torquay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay.dx5453) [View more B&B in Torquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d5453-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.47929%2C-3.51388&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=srbhX4XpOXEHU7eB50zO2AaaDVs=) Seafront, 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LN ### What's nearby - ![We had a pleasant walk along the walkway to a cafe. There isn’t much to do here but it is very pretty and great for dog walks. It has a very rural feel to it even though it is a seaside village.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5453/71d9a0d2-0e26-41a6-97b4-b93fc1680643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Babbacombe Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens which includes a park, a small town or village and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204854/af4de7ad-161a-404e-a472-36ac8e3d769a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Torquay United FC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563221906/669ab0a8-fbfa-45d1-a2e9-c151e6c19a09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Torquay United FC 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves which includes caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204849/ddc744f6-1b91-4297-b963-764e3b2bc3e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Babbacombe Cliff Railway 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Torre Station 10 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) 30 min drive ### Restaurants - Domino's Pizza 16 min walk - Babbacombe Inn 1 min walk - Crown & Sceptre 13 min walk - Driftwood Café 11 min walk - Hanbury's Takeaway 2 min walk ## About this property ### The Downs Babbacombe Upscale bed & breakfast near Babbacombe Beach Located close to Bygones Victorian Museum and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens, The Downs Babbacombe provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Self-parking (surcharge), smoke-free property and tour/ticket information - Luggage storage and concierge services Room features All guest rooms at The Downs Babbacombe boast comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Shared bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers - 28-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460600/460530/4a884bbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Imperial Torquay Torquay City Centre - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews £57 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=460530&PinnedHotelID=460530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1690000/1682800/1682728/fd5d1b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Abbey Sands Hotel Torquay City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Parking available 8.4 Very good 891 reviews £49 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=1682728&PinnedHotelID=1682728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51870000/51865500/51865419/e056986b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton by Hilton Torquay Torquay City Centre - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 921 reviews £65 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=51865419&PinnedHotelID=51865419&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16900/16891/287a9a71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Livermead Cliff Hotel Torquay - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 7.4 Good 178 reviews £62 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=16891&PinnedHotelID=16891&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor. 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check-in end time: 9:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: GBP 150.0 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per day - Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 Cashless transactions are available This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are NOT available. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Downs Babbacombe B&B Downs Babbacombe The Downs Babbacombe Torquay The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast Torquay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Downs Babbacombe pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Downs Babbacombe? ### What time is check-in at The Downs Babbacombe? ### What time is check-out at The Downs Babbacombe? ### Where is The Downs Babbacombe located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Downs Babbacombe Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah 31 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff and nice breakfast. ##### Sarah Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 12 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We arrived late after a mechanical issue with our car. We called ahead to advise Ed that we would be late. He fully understood and when we did arrive was greeted with a smile. Breakfast was very good, room very comfortable. ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Geoffrey 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Fantastic breakfast! Lovely position with great views over the bay, room was small but had everything we needed, breakfast was fantastic! ##### Geoffrey Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara 7 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A perfect place to stay. Perfect place to stay in our first visit to Babbacome. It’s a friendly lovely place we can’t recommend it enough. Friendly helpful staff and owners. Breakfast fabulous. We would definitely stay there again. ##### Barbara Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Downs babbacombe The hotel is good with a queen size bed and overlooks the seafront. However it is a lot more exxpensive than the hotel next door. We didnt have a breakfast as they only serve until 9.15am ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Hotel review Great location near to the beach, shops bars and restaurants. Regular buses into local areas. Extremely helpful staff who were happy to help with anything. We didn’t eat at the hotel but breakfast and evening meals were available with a well stocked bar. The steps to the room were steep but we were informed about them before we arrived and were happy with our choice. Room dated and very small but had a beautiful view and all the usual commodities. Clean and tidy. Unfortunately, the mattress was uncomfortable which meant we didn’t sleep well. ##### Michelle Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julian 22 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great small hotel with outstanding views. From the moment I arrived I was made to feel very welcome, my room had superb views of the bay. Breakfast and evening meals were very good. ##### Julian Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 ### 4/10 Poor #### Lorraine 28 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities When we arrived there was no staff to check us in we had to wait until someone turned up me and my husband both have bad backs and we had to climb 2 flights of stairs we won’t be going back there ##### Lorraine Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very warm welcome, super breakfast, comfy bed and beautiful view ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Sept 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Only here for one night but everything was perfect, stunning views of the English Riviera ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 10 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I think the word is consistency. Somethings are really good others not so good. If they were to spend money on the not so good the Downs would be Excellent. It was very cluttered. My husband is blind and for a person with no sight it was an assault cause. Stair lift on the stairs. Running machine in the back entrance tables and chairs in every corridor. The bed was 2 3ft beds pushed together which isn’t exactly what was promised we were told a large bed. The sink in our bathroom wasn’t fit for purpose. Too small to wash in more water on the floor than the sink. My husband really enjoyed his Omelette he had for breakfast, but the bacon was smoked and my boiled egg was watery and undercooked. Neither to my taste the bread used for toast was thin tasteless and clearly cheap bread. Personally it needs to be de cluttered, the bacon should be unsmoked as used in every single other hotel I have ever stayed in and offer a good selection of toast for breakfast white bloomer, seeded, granary. All of which aren’t expensive and would leave a much better customer experience in my opinion. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul, Old Harlow Essex 29 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful room with balcony overlooking Babbacombe Bay. Breakfast to die for and varied selection and very friendly staff. Very dog friendly and amenable. Ed the owner (also) Chef very pleasant. We will have a return visit. Paul & Pat Bidgood. ##### Paul Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elliott 26 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Very Clean and friendly. Lovely views. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/FD33167E0580F0A4AEBF961DEFE62AE5C5C1DB8C1564133333809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/AF61F03D4B7F72B47752B0F5C2DFC58B0837FC121564133340167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/829A8B94871A14AF58F26B36268512AA165CE8981564133340557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Elliott Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Gordon 21 Jul 2019 Disliked: Room comfort #### Guest house very tired really needs updating Good points, view, comfortable bed, berries at breakfast, refurbished bathroom with nice toiletry products, easy free parking in local roads. The bad, was told it was a 6' bed it was 5', the room described as compact (we had a phone call before to tell us) it was tiny and no where to sit inside. Breakfast served only between 8.30 and 9.15, we got down at about 8.40 first day and got served at about 9, the second day we were down at 8.35 and got served at 9.10, the lady serving was run off her feet and did apologise for the wait due to a full house. We could hear every sound from adjoining room, which meant they could probably also hear us.The place is very tired, our room (11) really does need a good decoration and was overpriced for what we paid. We were disappointed with the general condition of the hotel I know the hotel has numerous accolades but the above views are honestly held. ##### Gordon Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Dave 19 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Happy Nice little place. Good breakfast comfy bed and great views ##### Dave Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy 28 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great weekend break. Excellent position on the sea front. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Made our dog very welcome. ##### Wendy Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 20 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Home away from home Really homely feel to the place and extremely welcoming. The shower didn’t have much power but that would just need a new head or setting change. Overall it was a very pleasant stay ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis 7 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Only stayed one night - But had no problems from checking into checking out - Meals were well priced - Used the Council Car park at rear of hotel would recommend £8 for twenty four hours - Very Good location to get to Torquay Paignton and Brixham ##### Dennis Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 31 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities We stayed at this property for two nights and I have to say that the view from our bedroom window was beautiful. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was excellent. However I would be doing a disservice to both the owners of the property and the guests of the future if I did not state a very important fact. We were in room 4 and this was located on the first floor sandwiched between the ground floor and the second floor. As we had a long drive tiredness had taken over and we were into bed at around 1030 pm. which was when the creaking from the ceiling started. I believe the people upstairs had just begun the night and there was non stop squeaking and creaking as they walked in and about their bedroom. This was not necessarily their fault but this went on and on as I tried to sleep in vain. It got so annoying that I wished I could run downstairs and ask to be given a different room but it was too late for that as most b&bs do not have a 24 hour reception, but there was I tossing in my bed till 230am in the morning. At 3am Out of desperation I turned on the extractor fan in the bathroom to drown the noise and finally got a little sleep. I would not be running back to the hotel although it has a lot of good things as sleep is probably the most important of them and if a hotel can deny you that, then I would reconsider where I would be staying. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent location, great staff, wonderful breakfast , super overall ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 15 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A comfortable stay in Babbacombe We had a one night stay whilst visiting Babbacombe Theatre (only 100yards away) so very convenient. Like the Theatre, the hotel is right on the sea front and has fantastic views of the coast. We had a double room at the back of the hotel so no views but it was functional which was all we needed (and also good value for money). Breakfast was included with plenty of choice on the menu. Friendly and welcoming staff. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Alison 24 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Great location but in need of updating. This hotel is in need of updating to keep up with today’s market. It was exceptionally clean & our room was nicely laid out with everything in it you could wish for but the public areas let it down. In the dining room at one end was a pile of cushions for the outdoor furniture and at the other end there was a shower curtain screening off an area and in front of that was a piano being used as a storage unit laden with stuff including Christmas decorations. The public loo area for the bar and restaurant was filled with junk and exercise machines and broken chairs etc. In our room we had two very strong air fresheners, one in the loo and one in the room itself and they were overpowering, in the middle of the night we hade to put them outside our room as they were giving us a headache and getting back our throats. Breakfast was very good, apart from the juice which tasted cheap and powdery. I was a bit disappointed with the service too as we were greeted nicely on check in and both mornings at breakfast but on leaving the hotel the owners didn’t bother to come and take our key or check if our stay had been ok instead I just had to hand the key to the waitress. When the owner phoned me prior to our stay I had mentioned that we were there visiting family and we didn’t require dinner etc and I almost feel as though we were less important as we wouldn’t be spending any further money there. It’s a shame as it’s in a great location and could be wonderful but it needs some tlc.. ##### Alison Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis 20 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Great location, dog friendly and fantastic breakfast ##### Denis Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 15 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I liked excellent location, friendly staff and clean room. Being the winter season the place was a bit dead. The walls were thin and I could hear the guest next door snoring! Also rather unusual arrangement with shower; as en suite not big enough, the shower cubicle was situated in the room, immediately inside the door from the corridor. Strange, but it worked! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 22 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Small hotel with good view of bay. Very good breakfast. Room small but nice. 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