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The Grand Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Torre Abbey Sands

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Exterior
Exterior
Family Room, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Daily English breakfast (GBP 15 per person)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Seafront, Torquay, England, TQ2 6NT
  • Place, Torre Abbey Sands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torre Abbey
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Inland) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room (Inland)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Inland) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room (Inland)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room, Sea View

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

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Standard Double Room (Compact) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room (Compact)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Inland) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Beachfront retreat .You'll be steps from Torre Abbey Sands and within a 10-minute walk of Riviera International Conference Centre with a stay at this Torquay City Centre hotel. Princess Theatre and Paignton Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Torre Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cockington Country Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bombay Express - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪TQ Beerworks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chelston Manor - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Appleby's (Heritage Hotel) - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel

4-star beachfront hotel near Torre Abbey Sands
The Grand Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A health club, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly 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)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • 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
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Grand Hotel offers 132 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Torquay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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)

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 14 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 9 2026 to May 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Fitness facilities
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.

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 14 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Grand Hotel?

As of Apr 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Hotel on May 4, 2026 start from $82, including 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 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 14 for adults and GBP 8 for children. 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 and an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.One of the pools will be unavailable from February 9 2026 to May 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1003 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean rooms, excellent hotel would recommend very highly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, always is, very clean, has everything you need. Good view, staff are always very helpful. The staff in the bar and restaurant are brilliant 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Omar

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julie Ann

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was spotless and the staff very accommodating. Our meal in the restaurant was also very good and the service excellent. I loved the location!!!!! The only points to note are there should be a warning in the bathroom for the hot tap, it was so hot I nearly scalded myself. It would of been nice to have an extra blanket or cover of some sort as I was very cold in the night. Also there was no water in my room and I was told I would have to pay for some which I would of thought was my right to have free water in my room. I wasn't charged in the end but felt that I should not have had to argue over a few bottles of water. That being said, I would love to come back in the summer to experience the hotel, the view and the outside pool. I would not hesitate to recommend your hotel either. Thank you Julie Kelly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything fine except guests in room above very noisy until 4.30am and playing music and talking. No sleep and rest for weekend.Ruined lovely weekend on both nights for my birthday weekend. Informed reception on leaving but nothing resolved. No compensation or offer suggested. Have been to this hotel a few times previously and was fine and also stayed at suster hotel in Falmouth. Not a nice weekend and quite upset.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

byron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Compact room but clean and tidy , only shower was difficult
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room sea view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast & the turkey sandwiches with pigs in blankets was delicious lovely cosy hotel another enjoyable stay thank you 🙂
Lots going on in Torquay also at Christmas time
First time we’ve been in December With all the decorations really christmasy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could do with more milk for the tea and coffee, room was a bit warm in the moorning. The room gave us exactly what we needed, well done. Slept like a corpse.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
As old Victorian or Edwardian seaside hotels go it was in good condition , quite modern decor if not a little gaudy. Staff helpful and friendly . Breakfast a little limited but Ok. Parking onsite but limited.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
While the rooms were dated, it added to the charm and history of the hotel. The meals in the restaurant were good. The staff was attentive and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel all decorated for the festive period. Staff were lovely and the room was so big with a lovely sea view. We come to stay every December and will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really enjoyed our short break at the Grand, room was fine clean and comfortable, floor a bit creaky! Bathroom good with a shower over bath. Breakfast good and bar made a lovey mulled wine!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carl

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel but hotel run down owner hang your head in shame beautiful building but Richardson need to invest money but sadly the man is all about himself I won’t tell people to go there I stayed there for 20 plus years and seen the decline over the years not the staff fault but the owner fault
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely seaview from our rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfectly clean and staff were polite and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025