Title: The Purple Tree Guest House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Purple Tree Guest House Victorian bed & breakfast with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3856300/3856272/4d03d2c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premier Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3856300/3856272/1e76e2f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premier Triple / Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3856300/3856272/d97cd30c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premier Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3856300/3856272/28944d48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3856300/3856272/fac425c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Purple Tree Guest House, located in the city center, offers tranquility with a spa tub and outdoor pool with sun loungers. Guests can browse the library or enjoy international dishes at the Purple Tree Bar. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTorquay-Hotels-The-Purple-Tree-Guest-House.h3856272.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTorquay-Hotels-The-Purple-Tree-Guest-House.h3856272.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C50.47216%2C-3.54259&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=18tsNKFkoHCve7hjyh2CudQjqW8=) 20 Newton Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5BZ #### What's nearby - Torre Abbey - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Torre Abbey Sands - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Princess Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Cockington Country Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Torre Station - 4 min walk - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Belgrave Tandoori - ‬6 min walk - ‪Gino's - ‬3 min walk - ‪Bull & Bush - ‬7 min walk - ‪DT's - ‬5 min walk - ‪Bombay Express - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### The Purple Tree Guest House Bed & breakfast near a train station You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room at The Purple Tree Guest House. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Purple Tree Bar, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a billiards/pool table - Outdoor furniture, luggage storage and a TV in reception Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Baby monitors and highchairs - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - 32-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and satellite channels - Heating, portable fans and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking within 6 metres - Street parking available - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 5 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Purple Tree Bar ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Hot tub - Library - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Baby monitor - High chair - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Pool gate - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Stair-free path to entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Built in 1850 - Smoke-free property - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Memory foam mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels - Netflix - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Electric kettle - Restaurant dining guides - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Heating - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Laundry detergent - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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 Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in. Hourly fees apply to late arrivals. No check-ins are accepted after 10 PM. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Specific rooms only; 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 Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 5.00 for children - Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Hotel Richwood Richwood Hotel Torquay Richwood Torquay Richwood Hotel The Richwood Torquay, Devon The Richwood Torquay Devon The Richwood Hotel Richwood House Torquay Richwood Guesthouse Torquay Richwood Guesthouse The Richwood Torquay The Purple Tree Torquay The Purple Tree Guest House Torquay The Purple Tree Guest House Bed & breakfast The Purple Tree Guest House Bed & breakfast Torquay ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Purple Tree Guest House have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. ### Is The Purple Tree Guest House pet-friendly? > Yes, The Purple Tree Guest House allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at The Purple Tree Guest House? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at The Purple Tree Guest House? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Purple Tree Guest House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Purple Tree Guest House located? > Situated near the beach, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Riviera International Conference Centre and Torre Abbey. Torbay Hospital and Torre Abbey Sands are also within 1 mile (2 km). Torre Station is only a 4-minute walk and Torquay Station is 16 minutes. ## Have a question? 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