The Grand Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Torquay
About the Hotel
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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Facilities
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