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About the Hotel

Seafront, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ2 6NT

Historic Victorian Hotel

The Grand Hotel, built in 1881, stands on Corbyn Head overlooking Torbay. This Victorian landmark features 132 rooms with sea views, two heated pools, and a spa. The hotel has hosted notable guests like Agatha Christie and the Rolling Stones.

Rooms with Sea Views

Rooms include sea view doubles, family rooms, and suites like the Agatha Christie Suite. All have private bathrooms with showers, hair dryers, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms offer balconies, interconnecting options, or space for extra beds.

Dining at The Compass

The Compass Lounge serves British dishes with local produce, including afternoon tea with scones, clotted cream, and homemade jam. The 1881 Restaurant offers sea views and seasonal menus. Room service is available until 9 PM.

Leisure and Spa

Facilities include a heated indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, and gym. The spa offers Sea Magik treatments using marine minerals. The hotel is 500 meters from Corbyn Headland and 1.5 km from Living Coasts aquarium.

Events and Services

The hotel hosts weddings, meetings, and events in spaces like the Devonshire Suite. Services include dog-friendly rooms (£20 per night), parking (£5-£10 per night), and ramp access. Torquay Train Station is a 2-minute walk away.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Standard Seaview Twin
Max:
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Standard Inland Family Room
Max:
3 persons
220 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Standard Family Room Sea View
Max:
3 persons
220 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Torquay4300 ft
Airports
Exeter International (EXT) 25.9 mi
Bus
Bus stop 1.1 mi

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Paid parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Seafront, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ2 6NT
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Seafront, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ2 6NT
Nearby
Park
Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens
2000 ft
Torquay Station Rathmore Road
The Agatha Christie Mile Path Walk
600 ft
Corbyn Lodge Torbay Road adjacent to A3022 / Seaway Lane near to the Livermead Cliff hotel
Corbyn Headland
1100 ft
Beach
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1400 ft
Beach
Torre Abbey Sands
1500 ft
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On the Rocks
2600 ft
1 Abbey Crescent
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