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The Downs Babbacombe

4.0 star property
4-star beach B&B near Babbacombe Beach

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Food and drink
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Seafront, 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LN
  • Babbacombe Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

  • Sea view
  • 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

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Babbacombe stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Babbacombe B&B, you'll find Babbacombe Beach and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens. Also, Bygones Victorian Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Meadfoot Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 10 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Three Degrees West - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Theatre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Cliff Railway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Downs Babbacombe

4-star beach B&B near Babbacombe Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at The Downs Babbacombe. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Torquay bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Downs Babbacombe offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. This Torquay bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 150.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are NOT available.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

How close is The Downs Babbacombe to the airport?

The Downs Babbacombe is 26 mi (30-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Downs Babbacombe?

As of May 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Downs Babbacombe on May 31, 2025 start from $124.32, 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.

Does The Downs Babbacombe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Downs Babbacombe.

How close is The Downs Babbacombe to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 6-minute walk from Babbacombe Beach and 11-minute walk from Oddicombe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Downs Babbacombe offer free breakfast?

The Downs Babbacombe does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Downs Babbacombe?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Downs Babbacombe?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Downs Babbacombe?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per day.

Does The Downs Babbacombe have a pool?

The Downs Babbacombe does not have a pool.

Does The Downs Babbacombe have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Downs Babbacombe have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Downs Babbacombe to downtown Torquay?

The Downs Babbacombe is 1.3 mi away from Torquay.

The Downs Babbacombe Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackalyn

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

R

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only here for one night but everything was perfect, stunning views of the English Riviera
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Old Harlow Essex

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Very Clean and friendly. Lovely views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Gordon

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy

Nice little place. Good breakfast comfy bed and great views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Wendy

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019