Culverden Guest House - In a quiet, peaceful location, just 50 metres from the beach and only a short stroll from the town, this family-run guest house is great for a relaxing seaside break. Situated in the heart of Torbay, the Culverden Guest House is in an excellent seaside location, within 50 metres of both Preston and Paignton beaches. Paignton town centre is only a 10-minute walk away and all of the area's pubs, bars and restaurants are within easy reach. The bus and train stations, and the harbour, are also close by. Free on-site parking is available for guests. Rooms have TVs, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryers. Double and family en suite rooms are available. Free Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available in some of the rooms. Breakfast is included in the price and guests can choose a full traditional cooked English breakfast or a lighter continental breakfast. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. The Culverden is family-run and your hosts, Pete and Miranda, pride themselves on the guest house's relaxed, friendly atmosphere and clean, comfortable rooms. The guest house has received a Green Award for its commitment to being environmentally friendly.

Rowcroft Lodge - Rowcroft Lodge has a super quiet location overlooking Goodrington Park with clear views from the balcony to the sea, and Brixham in the distance. The non-smoking, Rowcroft Lodge has a 4-star Guest Accommodation rating from Visit Britain. The lodge offers good home-cooking and comfortable en suite rooms, with large family rooms. All rooms have tea/coffee and TV with Freeview channels. The many attractions of Torbay are close at hand, with Paignton Zoo within a mile of the hotel. The centre of Paignton is less than a 10-minute walk away. Rowcroft Lodge is situated over 4 floors and does not have a lift. Single-sex groups are accepted, with special conditions applying.

Rosaland Hotel - Guest House - This cosy, non-smoking family run hotel offers practical, homely rooms and an informal atmosphere in a convenient location. A short walk from Plymouth University and railway station, and a 15-minute stroll from the famous How and Barbican areas, this is a comfortable setting to which you can return after a busy day's exploring. Bring your laptop and you can plug into free internet connection in your room, or unwind in the elegant Victorian lounge.

Glendower Hotel - BandB - Situated in a peaceful tree-lined road, this recently refurbished B&B, upgraded to 4-diamonds, boasts a privileged position in the heart of Torquay, only a 5 minute walk away from the seafront. The Glendower's central position provides easy access to the area's main attractions, including the Riviera Conference Centre (300 metres), the town centre, which is filled with caf?s, pubs, restaurants and shops, the palm-lined promenade and the new Helium Balloon. The train station is also found nearby, enabling you to explore the beautiful Devon region. Standing within its own ground, the hotel comprises of 3 floors, including comfortable bedrooms, a dining room, bar, guest lounge, kitchen and patio.

Crown Lodge - Crown Lodge provides highly recommended B&B accommodation less than 1 mile from Torquay's centre and harbour area, where there are cafes, restaurants and bars. The well-presented property has recently been refurbished. Crown Lodge is of a 4-star standard, verified by awards given by Visit Britain and the AA. New beds, quality soft furnishings and flat screen DVD/TVs are just some of the comforts provided to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. Crown Lodge is wheelchair accessible and 2 of the rooms are suitable for disabled guests (see the Hotel Information section for more details).

The Dorchester Guest House - This Victorian house is a short walk from the seafront, Blue Flag beaches and the town centre. It offers family and pet-friendly accommodation with private parking and helpful service. The family-run Dorchester Guest House was the 2008 runner up in the 'Best B&B/Guest House' category in the North Devon Tourism Awards. The friendly staff are happy to assist with arranging activities such as sea fishing, golfing, theatre tickets, horse riding and quad biking. The Dorchester is fully licensed and can offer a 2-course meal by prior arrangement. The freshly prepared meals contain local produce wherever possible.

Abbeyfield Hotel - In a quiet location, just a short walk from the main seafront and the popular harbour-side area, this small family-run hotel offers comfortable en suite accommodation at a reasonable price. With just 7 rooms, the Abbeyfield offers friendly, personal service. Every well-appointed room is en suite with full central heating. Each room has tea/coffee making facilities and TVs with Freeview digital channels. 2 or the rooms are on the ground floor. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel. The licensed dining room and comfortable lounge are also both situated on the ground floor. There is a well-stocked bar and the Abbeyfield also has its own south-facing garden, where you can relax on warm summer afternoons or evenings. A generous full English breakfast is included in the price. Evening meals are available by prior arrangement. The Abbeyfield is just 5 minutes from the train station and the Riviera centre. The town centre and the theatre are just a short,10-20-minute walk away. Free parking is available for guests. The Abbeyfield is family run. Your hosts, Sandra and Jeff Clark, pride themselves on offering a friendly, informal atmosphere and a high standard of good quality, reasonably priced accommodation.

Bath House Hotel - The Bath House Hotel is ideally situated opposite the Tunnels Beaches, harbour, promenade and High Street. The Bath House Hotel offers golf courses and some of the best clay shooting grounds in Devon. This lovely, friendly hotel in Ilfracombe, North Devon has 22 bedrooms, which are all en-suite, colour tv, tea and coffee making facilities, telephones, and hairdryers. Deluxe rooms also have four poster beds, Jacuzzi bath and balcony. Included in the room rate is a delicious full English or continental breakfast served in the restaurant. One of a few hotels in Ilfracombe that has such excellent facilities, so if you feel like a work out, or simply want to sweat it out in the sauna, the fully fitted gymnasium, solarium, steam and power showers are all available free of charge when staying at the hotel. The Bath House Hotel has a fully licensed bar, serving drinks at pub prices. The Bath House Hotel is part of what used to be known as the Runnacleave Hotel. The Runnacleave Hotel had over 150 bedrooms and was very popular with the Victorians, not least because of the Tunnels Beaches opposite. During the Second World War, the Runnacleave Hotel was the Regimental HQ of the 3rd County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters).

Poachers Inn - The Poachers Inn is a delightful public house on the outskirts of Exeter, just 2 minutes from the M5. Traditional and individual, Poachers Inn take pride in being extremely friendly, providing guests with comfortable surroundings. Parking and Wi-Fi are free, while the food is popular.

Bahamas Hotel - Situated in the heart of Torquay in Devon, this family-run guest house offers a friendly, relaxed and informal atmosphere for couples, families and the business traveller. The Bahamas Hotel offers high-quality guest accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis, with ample free parking for all hotel guests. The guest house has a great location, just a short, level walk from Torquay's main beach and promenade. A further 10-minute walk along the promenade will bring you to the marina and the main shopping area. Closer still are the recently restored Torre Abbey and the English Riviera Centre, with its conference, sporting and leisure pool facilities. In response to guest comments, the Bahamas Hotel has recently upgraded its water system, in order to ensure adequate water pressure in all rooms. The patio area has also recently been refurbished and now provides a spacious and clean area in which guests can relax.