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The Grand Hotel

4.0 star property
On beach with indoor pool for sandy fun near Princess Theatre

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Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
On the beach
Indoor wedding
Standard Double Room, Sea View
The Grand Hotel is near the Riviera International Conference Centre and Paignton Beach. Enjoy a coffee shop, garden, and seasonal outdoor pool. The spa offers relaxing massages. Nearby attractions await. Guests praise the helpful staff and quality breakfast.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pool

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, Sea View

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room (Inland)

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • 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
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room (Compact)

Double Room (Compact)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room (Inland)

Standard Single Room (Inland)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Inland)

Family Room (Inland)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Sea View

Family Room, Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
Seafront, Torquay, England, TQ2 6NT

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Princess Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪TQ Beerworks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Belgrave Tandoori - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Appleby's (Heritage Hotel) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Otto Kitchen Pizza Bar - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel

Upscale hotel near Princess Theatre
Located close to Riviera International Conference Centre and Paignton Beach, The Grand Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Restaurant 1881, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and concierge services
  • Wedding services, bicycle parking, and massage treatment rooms
  • A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 132 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Compass Lounge
  • Restaurant 1881

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

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 or services will be unavailable from October 1 2025 to December 15 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Fitness facilities
  • Spa
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The property will be renovating from October 1 2025 to December 14 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Fitness facilities
The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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, 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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

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

Does The Grand Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM. One of the pools will be unavailable from October 1 2025 to December 15 2025 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating one of the pools from October 1 2025 to December 14 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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

As of Sept 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Hotel on Oct 5, 2025 start from CA $80.71, 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.

Is The Grand Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Grand Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

What time is check-in at The Grand Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Grand Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Grand Hotel located?

Located in Torquay City Centre, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 15-minute walk of Riviera International Conference Centre and Princess Theatre. Paignton Beach and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km). Torquay Station is only a 3-minute walk and Torre Station is 21 minutes.

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The Grand Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1000 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

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here a few times I do like this hotel, out of season and in the busy season 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing - right by the station, the beach and the festival we were attending. Hotel bar is gorgeous but swimming pool area needs some attention and more loungers. Rooms at the top of the hotel are incredibly hot but a fan is provided (we only found that the next morning!). Staff are super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen B.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is close to train station and staff are nice. Unfortunately, this hotel has seen better days. I would not recommend anyone stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Disappointing bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Right on the beach and a lovely walk to the seafront and town centre of Torquay. Outdoor pool is heated and an absolute delight. Staff sweet and friendly. Gym a little dated but great to keep on top of fitness.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely old traditional hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
all was quite good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The sea views are stunning and the staff are wonderful but the property would really benefit from modernising.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with so many beautiful features. All staff were engaging and courteous and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristen B.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Grand Hotel is poorly maintained and needs updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Albeit a little old fashioned it retains charm and character.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and quiet we had a great view. Breakfast was fine and the restaurant areas were clean and pleasant. Hotel needs a lick of paint outside, and probably some money spent. But overall the Grand Torquay is a perfectly adequate hotel in a good location especially if arriving by train.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice helpfull staff, very clean stunning view from room. And really nice food breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michaela

Horrible!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

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

8/10 Good

Hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The dinner was very, very good. Food was very very good, staff was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old timey hotel. Close to train station.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Avinash

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking costs additional 10 pounds, staff not experienced and not very helpful especially at reception to checkin. Had to wait a long and she was rude. Breakfast is good Venue is overrated Hotel is old
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
We love the elegance of this hotel . Location is good as it’s near the train station and also has a bus stop opposite .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Staff & service

Weekend break

Great hotel, wonderful staff very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margret

Liked: Amenities
We had a wonderful time, loved the view and charm of this old hotel. Hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an icon of the area however the upkeep of the hotel has definitely slipped. The staff did their best to help out where possible but the stay was uncomfortable at best. We really wanted to love it but facing a train station with very worn out bed and a bathroom with mold didn’t have us resting as we had planned. Unfortunate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Returning guests, enjoyed a very pleasant weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

A P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a really lovely stay at the hotel, with reception being great and an upgraded room. Loved the breakfast and dinner and the view in the Compass Bar was great. Would definitely stay again. It’s not pristine and perfect everywhere but we found in had faded charm and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was small but overall the hotel was good especially the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025