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The Babbacombe Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Princess Theatre

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Beach nearby
Reception
Exterior
Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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The Sea Front, Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LH
  • Place, Babbacombe Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Torquay United FC
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Patio, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Babbacombe stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Babbacombe hotel, you'll find Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Babbacombe Beach. Torquay United FC and Torquay Golf Club are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cary Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Babbacombe Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Torquay United FC - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Torquay Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 12 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Babbacombe Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cliff Railway Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hanbury's Takeaway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Three Degrees West - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Babbacombe Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Princess Theatre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Babbacombe Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Babbacombe Hotel offers 80 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • 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.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit or debit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

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

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

Babbacombe Hotel
Sefton Hotel Torquay
The Babbacombe Hotel Torquay
The Babbacombe Hotel Hotel
The Babbacombe Hotel Torquay
The Babbacombe Hotel Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Babbacombe Hotel to the airport?

The Babbacombe Hotel is 25.9 mi (45-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 Babbacombe Hotel?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Babbacombe Hotel on Jul 12, 2026 start from $187, 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 Babbacombe Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Babbacombe Hotel.

How close is The Babbacombe Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Babbacombe Beach and 4.4 mi (22-min drive) from Paignton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Babbacombe Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Babbacombe Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Babbacombe Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Babbacombe Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Babbacombe Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day.

Does The Babbacombe Hotel have a pool?

The Babbacombe Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Babbacombe Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Babbacombe Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Babbacombe Hotel to downtown Torquay?

The Babbacombe Hotel is 1.3 mi away from Torquay.

The Babbacombe Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 112 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Top notch..brilliant staff, room, entertainment etc. Definitely be back, thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well-situated, pleasant hotel with good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Very nice overall we would go again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was okay with views of the shoreline but no practical access to the beach and the surrounding facilities were also a bit basic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Short Trip

Nice short stay, relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John

It’s setting with great views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Are stay was great. Perfect room with a sea view. Great friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good spot for a base for a couple of days, bus stop outside for Torquay and further afield, model village just up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great hotel

Hotel very clean and decor looked fresh. Staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely view of the sea from my room and all public rooms. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Babbacomes best Hotel

Everything was 100 % wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the views are superb. well worth getting a balcony with sea view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view on are balcony was wonderful the staff were so nice kind and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

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

Beautifully located

Friendly staff. Clean, nicely decorated and cosy room. Well located.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean room with great sea view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good food

Lovely location, was impressed with the quality of the food. Room was quite basic and plain but fine for just 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. The staff are very helpful. Very peaceful. Nice sea view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel but a little tired and would benefit from a refurb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definite 10/10 if only it had some parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Short weekend break

Brilliant short break. Staff were great. Just what the doctor ordered!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zofia

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

Would stay again

Lovely staff all polite and busy. Lots of staff. Happy hotel, bustling along. We had a sea view room which was perfect. Nicely renovated - would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Babbacombe hotel for 3 nights. The room was comfortable and the sea view was breathtaking. We stayed on a bed and breakfast only basis and the breakfast was good. A choice of fruit, cereal and hot food
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent the property who the staff the only thing I objected to was being too close to the corridor the door slammed and slammed and slammed and it only needs adjustment on the automatic closer personal thing just about me. I don’t like soft beds and pillows for that great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ms Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Super value - will use again.

A wee bit old fashioned, but perfect for its customer base. Really friendly, down to earth staff, comfortable nights sleep and crackin breakfast. Super value - will use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024