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The Somerville

5.0 star property
Luxury Victorian guesthouse, walk to Inner Harbour

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The Somerville

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Suite, Garden View | View from room
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Suite, Garden View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Reception

Overview of The Somerville

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Torquay by travelers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Torquay by travelers.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
515 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 1HJ
  • Popular LocationInner Harbour9 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrincess Theatre14 min walk
  • Popular LocationMeadfoot Beach17 min walk
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)41 min drive
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Room options

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Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

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Meadfoot Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Meadfoot Suite

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite (1st Floor) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Junior Suite (1st Floor)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Garden View

Suite, Garden View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Suite, Garden View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Torquay

Located in Torquay, The Somerville is in the city center and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Inner Harbour and Meadfoot Beach, while Torquay Museum and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights. Little Theatre and Cary Gardens are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Inner Harbour - 9 min walk
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk
  • Meadfoot Beach - 17 min walk
  • Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 5 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Yates Torquay - 7 min walk
  • Apple & Parrot - 7 min walk
  • The Hole in the Wall - 8 min walk
  • Prezzo - 11 min walk
  • Amici - 6 min walk

About this property

The Somerville

Luxury guesthouse near Inner Harbour
Located close to Torquay Museum and Little Theatre, The Somerville provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and mini golf. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a bar.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like 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 hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–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 elevator
  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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

Somerville Hotel Torquay
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The Somerville Torquay, Devon
Somerville House Torquay
Somerville Guesthouse Torquay
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Somerville Hotel Torquay
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Somerville pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Somerville?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Somerville on Apr 28, 2024 start from $125.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out 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.

The Somerville Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 322 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peter and Helen are excellent hosts with nothing being to much trouble to enhance your stay. Breakfast is superb great quality food great choice, and a added bonus of the charming Paul there to serve it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay for a theatre show
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem of a place!
Stayed for three nights. Peter is a great host, meeting us on arrival to welcome us in. Two beautiful rooms / a bedroom and small lounge, with a recently refurbished and very stylist shower room. Tasteful decor with a large comfortable bed and good quality bed linen. All very clean. Beautifully prepared breakfast, with plenty of fresh fruit, cereals plus a good choice of cooked too. The Somerville is just a 10 minute walk down to the sea front. Torquay museum is a 5 minute walk. An excellent place to visit. The Hole in the Wall is a lovely old pub serving great food and only 7 minute walk down the hill. I can highly recommend a stay at the Somerville!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel brilliant, Peter and Helen lovely, breakfast excellent . Lovely room. Had a brilliant week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location owners very helpful and very obliging
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcomed on arrival by Peter very nice knowledgeable guy.Rooms spotless and big nothing too much trouble nice breakfast in the morning .Thanks all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay.
Excellent host.Wonderful breakfast. Brilliant on site parking .Lovely,large room and en suite.Convenient position. Maybe needs abit of extra dusting on ornate furniture in bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:30 AM
Nearest Airport
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)