The Somerville- Five Gold Award - The Somerville has undergone a massive programme of refurbishment over the last few years, resulting in guest accommodation with a real boutique-hotel feel. Centrally located, the Somerville is close to the harbour, town centre, beaches and places of entertainment. All guests are offered free parking in the hotel's own car park. The Somerville is ideal for couples wanting a relaxing break and for business people who seek to avoid bland corporate accommodation. Antiques sit alongside modern amenities in the hotel's light, bright, fresh decor.

Torwood Gardens Hotel - Overlooking the picturesque Torwood Gardens, this hotel is conveniently only a brief walk from Torquay Harbour and the marina. Town centre amenities nearby include a cinema, pubs, restaurants and shops. Torwood Gardens Hotel offer rooms that are comfortably furnished, with en suite facilities and a TV. An excellent breakfast is available in the dining room, with an extensive choice of items. Free parking and free Wi-Fi internet access are available at the hotel. Local attractions include Torquay Museum, Babbacombe Model Village, Compton Castle and Paignton Zoo.

Hotel Barton - In the centre of Torquay, just 300 yards from the harbour, this charming, family-run hotel offers bright, airy accommodation, decorated in neutral colours with a fresh, modern style. With just 9 rooms, your hosts, Andrew and Helen, offer a friendly, personal service and great attention to detail. All of the rooms have en suite shower rooms, hospitality trays and TVs with Freeview digital channels. This small hotel is located on a road leading from the harbour, just 300 metres from the town centre and Torquay's beaches. The town has many bars, cafes and clubs to suit all tastes, as well as a wide variety of shops. A short walk away, you will find the South West Coast Path and several beautiful beaches. The theatre is also within easy walking distance. Many local attractions are only a few minutes away, including Torquay Museum, Living Coasts and Babbacombe Model Village.

Bentley Lodge Silver Award - This well located, Silver Award accommodation is a short level walk from the sea front, the English Riviera Centre, the theatre and shops, bars and restaurants. A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at Bentley Lodge, where excellent quality and service is assured. You can relax in comfortable surroundings and enjoy the beautiful garden on warmer days. Five delightful en suite bedrooms (one on the ground floor) are all of superior standard, and offer a host of facilities including a DVD player and wireless internet access. A bright and sunny room with a large bay window overlooks the garden, and here you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast served at individual tables from 08:15 to 09:00.

Babbacombe Guest House - This small and friendly guest house offers quality accommodation, central heating and off-road parking, with the aim to ensure that your stay is as enjoyable as it possibly can be. Babbacombe Guest House enjoys an enviable position in the heart of Babbacombe, a picturesque district of Torquay. This 4-star accredited guest house is just a short walk away from the seafront and The Downs, ideally placed between Oddicombe and Babbacombe beaches. The guest house is also within walking distance of many local attractions including Bygones Museum, the famous Model village, Babbacombe Cliff Railway and Babbacombe Theatre. The guest house offers well decorated and elegantly furnished rooms, each with its own bathroom (5 rooms are en suite) and TV with Freeview channels.

The Belmont - This exceptionally clean, family-run guest accommodation has a variety of room types and is centrally located 5 minutes from the town centre and sea front. All rooms are tastefully decorated, and feature Freeview digital TV, as well as beverage-making facilities. There are family rooms available. The Belmont is a short stroll away from the crazy golf and pitch and putt down on Torre Abbey Park. Your enjoyment is always a top priority.

Arden Court - Set within a fine Victorian town house, which boasts many original features, this charming period property is ideally set less than 5 minutes away from the harbour, town centre and beaches. Providing a warm, friendly and relaxing stay, Arden Court boasts 10 comfortable bedrooms and a licensed bar and lounge with beautiful views over Torwood Gardens and one of Torquay's finest Victorian churches with an incredible steeple. During your stay you can easily visit the main local attractions, including Torquay Marina, Abbey Sands, Town centre and Fleet Walk Shopping Precinct. Water-sports and coastal walks are also available nearby. Please note: this guest house is not ideal for disabled people due to the steps you have to go up to the main front door.

Crimdon Dene - Situated in a tree-lined road in a peaceful area of Torquay, this 4-star hotel is ideally located within easy reach of the Riviera Conference and Leisure Centre, the beach and the harbour. Conveniently situated to discover everything that the English Riviera has to offer, during your stay you can visit Torre Abbey and Gardens, the marina and the shopping centre. Torquay Railway Station is also just a stroll away, enabling you to easily explore the beautiful surroundings. Crimdon Dene boasts a Gold National Clean Air Award for their non-smoking policy.

Trelawney Hotel - Guest House - Just 500 metres from Torquay's seafront and non-smoking throughout, this hotel is only 300 metres from the Riviera Conference Centre. There is a welcoming, warm atmosphere to greet you as you enter Trelawney, and proprietors Rosie and Jim will make sure your stay is as comfortable as possible. The hotel has regular English Tourist Council inspections, resulting in a high guest accommodation rating.

Haytor Hotel - Superbly located in a quiet conservation area, the Haytor Hotel is only 300 metres from Torquay harbour and just a few minutes' walk from Meadfoot Beach. Extensively refurbished in 2008, the Haytor Hotel is an elegant Victorian hotel set in its own beautifully maintained gardens. You can leave your car in the large, level car park and explore Torquay at your leisure. The hotel aims to provide clean, stylish and comfortable accommodation together with 21st century facilities, such as a multi-channel digital TV in all rooms and free broadband internet access. An ample full English breakfast or a continental option is included in the price. Please note that the normal check-in time is between 14:00 and 23:00. Please indicate when booking if you require a later check-in.

Fairways (Silver Award 2007, 2008, July 2009) - Double Silver Award Winner, Fairways is less than 800 metres from the seafront. We provide free car parking for our guests and are close to all the amenities in Torquay. Fairways really allows you to explore the whole of Torbay to the full. We have recently been awarded our 3rd consecutive '4 Star Silver Award' by the Quality in Tourism Council. This is in recognition of the facilities we offer as well as the care and attention to detail that we extend to our guests. We are ideally situated on the main route to the seafront and within easy access of all facilities, such as the Princess Theatre, Torre Abbey, Torquay's Shopping Centre and the picturesque thatched village of Cockington.

Harmony Hotel - Harmony is a lovely, bright and fresh hotel with music and memorabilia from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. You'll always be greeted with a warm smile and a kind word. Harmony Hotel offers the best of both worlds. Small and quiet, there's also free top-class entertainment at the larger hotel next door, where there is also an indoor swimming pool (at an additional cost). Harmony is a flat 10-minute walk from the seafront, Riviera Leisure / Conference Centre, Princess Theatre, Torre Abbey and the town centre. Choosing to stay at Harmony also makes a fantastic base for exploring the rest of Devon and Cornwall.

Villa Marina - This beautiful Victorian villa stands out from the crowd. In a secluded garden, it is within easy walking distance of the Seafront, Princess Theatre, Torre Abbey, Riviera Conference Centre, shops and restaurants. Built in 1864, Villa Marina offers high-quality surroundings in a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. Visit Britain has awarded Villa Marina with both a 4-star rating and its Silver Award. The Silver Award is for the highest standards of quality, service and hospitality. Very few Torquay accommodation providers have this award. Villa Marina also has a Silver Award from the Green Tourism Scheme for commitment to the environment. Each bedroom is stylishly decorated in soft neutral shades and furnished with beautiful natural wood furniture. All offer the facilities expected, including LCD TV (with Freeview) and free Wi-Fi. In addition to the free private car park, there is easy access to the excellent public transport system. Villa Marina welcomes children over 12 years of age.

Kingston House- 5 Star Silver Award. - This charming privately run house is just a short, level walk, via Torre Abbey and its beautiful gardens, from Torquay's seafront, the Riviera Leisure Centre, the theatre, harbour and town. Jo and Will assure you of a warm West Country welcome at Kingston House in Torquay. Priding themselves on their high standards of comfort, hospitality and value for money, they offer clean, comfortable accommodation in 5 tastefully decorated en suite bedrooms. Each attractive room is well equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, a colour TV, a radio alarm, a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Breakfast is included in the price and Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout. Kingston House offers a taste of Victorian elegance with all modern comforts and facilities. This beautifully maintained hotel is great for a relaxing break in the heart of the English Riviera.

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.

Nethway Hotel - Standing within its own immaculately kept grounds and with wonderful views across the bay, this charming family-run hotel offers a relaxed, homely atmosphere from the moment you arrive. Your hosts, Dave, Jo and family, offer a warm welcome and a pleasant friendly atmosphere. The comfortable en suite rooms are attractive and well decorated and each room has central heating and a colour television. Some of the rooms have sea views and balconies. A generous full English breakfast is included in the price and there is a well-stocked bar for your enjoyment. The tranquil, peaceful gardens are the ideal place to relax and there is an outdoor swimming pool and a patio, where you can enjoy a glass of wine and the superb views. Ideally located in the heart of the English Riviera, the hotel is a short distance from the beach, seafront, town centre, marina and conference centre.

The Baytree (Silver Award Oct 2008) - The Baytree is a well-maintained Victorian property located in a quiet, tree-lined road only 5 minutes' walk from the seafront, shops, restaurants and English Riviera Conference Centre. The Baytree is 'Highly Commended' in the English Riviera Quality Awards for Best Bed & Breakfast. It was recently awarded a Silver Accolade by the VisitBritain Quality Assessment Scheme. The family-run Baytree has refurbished rooms with new furniture, carpets, beds, decoration and en suite bathrooms. If you are arriving in Torquay by train or coach, The Baytree offers a free pick-up and drop-off service (Torquay train and coach stations only).

Acorn Lodge - With free Wi-Fi internet and free on-site parking, this small and friendly family-run guest house sits on a tree-lined road, close to Torquay's seafront and town centre. Acorn Lodge is a friendly guest house that is convenient for disabled guests, as it has a ramp from the street and ground-floor rooms. The guest house is ideally located just a short distance from Torquay's seafront, town centre and the railway station and just 5 minutes walk from the English Riviera Conference Centre. An ideal base for touring the English Riviera. Families are especially welcome and Acorn Lodge has a selection of family rooms. Each morning you can enjoy a continental buffet or traditional full English breakfast, which is included in the room rate and is locally sourced wherever possible.

Cranmore - Close to all that Torquay has to offer, the Cranmore offers charming family-run guest accommodation with all the benefits of a small hotel, including free Wi-Fi and free parking. Just metres from Torre railway station and within easy reach of all of Torquay's amenities and attractions, this non-smoking guest house has been awarded a 4-star rating by VisitBritain. The Cranmore is just a short, level walk from the seafront and Torre Abbey Gardens. The Riviera International Conference Centre, and all of its leisure facilities, is just a short distance away and local bus services run frequently to the town centre and the harbour. Free on-site parking is available. All of the charming en suite rooms are light and attractively decorated. Each room has tea/coffee making facilities, towels, toiletries and hairdryers. For that special occasion, there is a lovely 4-poster double room. Free Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout. There is a comfortable lounge with a TV and DVD player, where you can relax with the newspapers. A generous full English breakfast is included in the price. The Cranmore is fully licensed throughout and also offers traditional, fresh home-cooked meals.

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).

Aveland House - Just 5 minutes walk from Babbacombe's seafront, in a quiet, peaceful location near Cary Park and close to Torquay United FC, Aveland House offers 4-star guest accommodation and free Wi-Fi. Within easy reach of Torquay Harbour and the town centre, Aveland House is close to all that this charming seaside town has to offer. Close to the park, the tennis courts and the bowling green, the house is within easy reach of the beaches, shops, restaurants, theatres, bars and attractions. Aveland House has received a 4-star rating for the quality of its guest accommodation from the AA. All of the en suite rooms are comfortably furnished and centrally heated, with radio alarm clocks, hairdryers, and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a free on-site car park and a private garden, as well as 2 lounges with TVs, a dining room, and a separate licensed bar. Green Tourism Business Scheme Gold Award, Welcome To Excellence & Welcome International.

Ashurst Lodge - Ashurst Lodge offers clean and comfortable rooms 500 m away from the Riviera International Conference Centre, 700 m from the beach and very close to the town centre. The guest house has its own car park and is centrally located in a quiet street. Rooms are clean and comfortable and a tasty, generous breakfast is included in the price. A complimentary transfer from/ to Torquay coach or railway station is available by prior arrangement. Ashurst Lodge was originally a private Victorian residence but now serves as a comfortable B&B that welcomes tourists and business travellers.

Southbourne Villa and Guest Accommodation - This charming, detached, award-winning Victorian Villa offers elegant 4-star guest accommodation in a peaceful, relaxing setting with a free car park for guests. The Villa has a great location, in a quiet, leafy conservation area away from the busy main roads and close to Torre Abbey and the Riviera International Conference and Leisure Centre. You can be assured of excellent hospitality and service. On a warm day or evening, you can relax on the south-facing sun terrace, accessed via the newly refurbished lounge. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the villa.

Walnut Lodge Silver Award Winner 2008 and 2009 - Within a charming Victorian townhouse, Walnut Lodge has a peaceful position on a quiet tree-lined avenue in central Torquay, close to the English Riviera Conference Centre. A short walk from Torquay's town centre and seafront, Walnut Lodge is also close to the popular Torre Abbey gardens. Strolling along the palm-lined promenades you will find beautiful gardens, unique shops and many caf?s, pubs and restaurants, leading to the lively harbour and marina. With only 6 comfortable en suite bedrooms, the lodge's owners, Neil and Lynda Gilbert, aim to provide a personal service within a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Walnut Lodge has been awarded a 4-Star Silver Award for Quality in Tourism 2008 and a 4-Star Silver Award 2009 from Visit Britain.

Kingsholm - Located in a beautiful conservation area only 350 metres from Torquay's harbour, shops and restaurants, this fine Edwardian house overlooks the ornamental trees of Torwood Gardens. Debbie and Alison focus on providing clean rooms, friendly service and home-cooked food. Kingsholm has an AA Dinner Award. The Kingsholm is graded by the AA as 4-star guest accommodation, and features 10 en suite rooms. The bedrooms have been individually decorated to provide the comfort and warmth you would expect of your hosts' home. This autumn enjoy a stay at the Kingsholm with one of the special 3 nights for the price of 2 packages.

Westgate Hotel Silver Awarded - Located along a scenic, tree-lined approach to the beach, this 4-star Silver Award accommodation is a delightful base for an exploration of the picturesque English Riviera. The conveniently located, non-smoking hotel offers traditional home cooking (pre-ordering is required) and free Wi-Fi access throughout the building. Enjoy traditional English cuisine in the evenings before unwinding in either the licensed bar or the restful lounge. With a selection of tastefully decorated family, double, twin and single rooms to suit guests of all ages, The Westgate Hotel enjoys an excellent location. Well placed for the Riviera Conference & Leisure Centre, shopping centre, Torre Abbey and the railway station, the free on-site car park enables you to make this your starting point for discovering the area.

The Cleveland 4 Star Silver Award 2009 - On a quiet tree-lined road, in a peaceful conservation area in the heart of the English Riviera, this beautifully refurbished Victorian villa is now a family-run, 4-star, licensed guest house. Having undergone an extensive refurbishment in 2008 and 2009, the Cleveland is an elegant, detached Victorian villa, which today offers 4-star guest accommodation. All of the rooms have been tastefully decorated and offer quality bedding, hairdryers, tea/coffee making facilities, luxury toiletries and flat-screen TVs with digital Freeview channels. The Cleveland is close to all that the area has to offer, including the beach, harbour, the town centre, Torre Abbey and the Riviera International Conference Centre. Free on-site car parking is available. There is a south-facing sun terrace and garden in which you can enjoy a drink or just relax on a sun lounger. There is also a beautiful lounge with a well-stocked bar for. The Cleveland is family-run and offers guests a friendly service and a warm welcome all year round.

The Ravenswood Hotel - The Ravenswood Hotel offers simple, clean, good value, non-smoking accommodation, close to Torquay Museum and on the Agatha Christie Mile. Free wireless internet is available throughout the whole hotel. A short walk of 400 metres takes you to the harbour, with its boats, restaurants, shops and Pavilion, or to the central shopping area in Fleet Street and Torquay's nightlife and theatres. Also within a 400 metre radius are over 30 pubs, cafes and restaurants. Torquay's blue flag award beaches are a short walk away, and the south west coast path is a great place to walk and take in the scenery. The excellent breakfast is served in the dining room, with views over Torwood Gardens.

The Marstan - In the heart of Torquay in Devon, this boutique detached Victorian villa is one of only 3 Torquay establishments to have received a 5-star guest accommodation rating from the AA. Situated in the beautiful, quiet conservation area of Torquay, the Marstan is only a few minutes' walk from the Blue Flag Meadfoot beach and its wonderful coastal walks. Torquay's bustling harbour and vibrant town centre are only a 10-minute stroll away. The Marstan provides comfortable and luxurious surroundings and a sense of occasion with a welcoming and unpretentious atmosphere. Strong emphasis is placed on personal, and yet unobtrusive, customer service. The rooms are appointed to a high standard, with virtually all of them fully refurbished in 2006 with brand new luxury en suites. In summer, guests enjoy the heated swimming pool and a piping hot open-air spa. In the winter, you may choose to relax in the cosy bar.

Avenue Park Guest House - With free Wi-Fi and car parking, Avenue Park is 5 minutes' walk from the seafront, beach, train station and park; 3 minutes' walk from the Riviera Centre (with its gym, sauna and wave pool). Avenue Park offers quality bed and breakfast accommodation with refurbished, clean, comfortable and stylish en suite rooms. Enjoy a warm welcome, delicious food, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere. With a garden and sunny dining room, Avenue Park is located over parkland. It is a 10-minute walk from the Princes Theatre, from where you can walk to Torquay's harbour and town centre. There are excellent breakfasts and, on selected days, evening meals. Special diets and occasions can be catered for (e.g. flowers, chocolates, balloons, and theatre tickets - with advance notice and at an additional cost).