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The Grand Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Paignton Beach

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
On the beach

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Seafront, Torquay, England, TQ2 6NT
  • Torre Abbey Sands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Babbacombe Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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Standard Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room (Inland) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room (Compact) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Compact)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room (Inland) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Inland)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Inland) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Beachfront retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of this Torquay City Centre hotel, you'll find Riviera International Conference Centre and Princess Theatre. Paignton Beach and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 3 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Torquay Railway Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Loungers Visto Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bull & Bush - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Pierre - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel

4-star beachfront hotel near Paignton Beach
The Grand Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a library are also featured at The Grand Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Victorian Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Grand Hotel offers 132 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Torquay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • 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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 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, debit cards, and cash
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, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Grand Hotel Torquay
Grand Torquay
The Grand Hotel Hotel
The Grand Hotel Torquay
The Grand Hotel Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Grand Hotel to the airport?

The Grand Hotel is 27.1 mi (39-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Grand Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Grand Hotel.

How close is The Grand Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Grand Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Grand Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Grand Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Grand Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Grand Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

Does The Grand Hotel have a pool?

The Grand Hotel features an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Grand Hotel have a restaurant?

The Grand Hotel is home to Restaurant 1881, which features British cuisine. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from December 24 to December 27. The dining venue(s) are closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Does The Grand Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages.

How close is The Grand Hotel to downtown Torquay?

The Grand Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Torquay.

The Grand Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1003 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

neil

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time in a comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl-Lynn

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

Great location right on the sea front

Good location, spacious room. Bed was okay, but excellent food and room service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sylwia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were as usual friendly and helpful. In a lovely position on the front. What lets the Grand down is the lack of parking, they have now lost free parking in the rail station, so you can park in a rugby ground over the road for £5 per day or in their "garage " which is really a large shed for £10 . Having said that we really love the hotel and will come back 2 or 3 times a year as usual.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Weekend away

Great location, friendly staff. Very nice room, warm and comfortable bed. Hot reliable water. Very good breakfast and dinner. Swimmers pool a little tiered and cooler in the changing rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs S S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Faded grandeur

Time is relentless but they are trying hard to reverse its effects....The beds are amazing but why cant they wait the outside of the building....it would look amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Caren

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quick break away

Warm welcome, quick check in. Lovely, large area with comfortable settees to sit in and enjoy a view of the sea. Room (standard double) a reasonable size, comfortable bed. Bathroom was a little dated and the shower was tiny- would’ve been better to have an over the bath shower or my preference take the bath out and have a large walk in shower! Breakfast was quite good - good choice of hot and cold items but cheap orange juice. Lovely view of the sea while having breakfast. Tried to book the restaurant for an evening meal but couldn’t as the restaurant was at capacity and therefore the bistro was closed as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms could do with some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just for one night to celebrate Wife's Birthday - Thoroughly enjoyable Food was superb !!- we'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Happy to support historic buildings

The hotel is very handy from the railway station. The bar area was a delight to relax in, with the chap playing the baby grand. The chairs are comfy but low for eating from (for me 5'4) The restaurant is colourful and the breakfast was good. I was in a room at the back of the hotel and the decor was simple, the room was fine though (i like the old furnitire) and warm enough for me (im a cold person) but maybe a little overpriced. The front rooms , with the views, may be more worth the money (but i was only for 1 night arriving late so no need for a view) I would like to see refilled bottles for bathroom products rather than 'disposables'. I liked the local art at affordable prices in the cabinets.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely traditional hotel overlooking the bay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for a work trip, very close to centre of Torquay, free street parking. Staff helpful. Good breakfast buffet. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Great hotel

Very friendly staff and great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Room comfort

Very average

We stayed a few years ago and very much enjoyed the pool, hot tub, steam & sauna room. We didn’t realise that due to the fire in 2022 that the only thing remaining was the pool. The changing room was freezing and the pool freezing, someone mentioned they were painting in the day and had the doors open to dry the paint. Very disappointing. We would not come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025