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.

The Cosmopolitan - Just 200 metres from Paignton beach and only minutes from the town centre, The Cosmopolitan is a contemporary take on the traditional seaside hotel, with stylish modern accommodation and facilities. The excellent location offers the best of both worlds, with the town centre and the beach both within easy walking distance. The Cosmopolitan is also a great base for visiting some of the local attractions in the surrounding region, such as Paignton's famous zoo and the Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway. Fully refurbished throughout, all of the rooms are stylish and modern with contemporary comforts and facilities. The bright, clean rooms are comfortable and attractive with luxurious touches in many of the rooms, including in-room saunas and a Japanese-style soaking tub for 2. The Cosmopolitan combines a great location in the traditional seaside resort of Paignton with stylish contemporary accommodation and facilities.

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.

Fairway Lodge - Set in 8 acres of peaceful, tranquil grounds in the heart of Devon, with superb views over Dartmoor, this rural guest house has 9 comfortable, tastefully decorated, en suite rooms. In Thorndon Cross, only 3 miles from the historic town of Okehampton, Fairway Lodge is a great base from which to explore Dartmoor National Park and the nearby North Devon coast and countryside. Ashbury Golf Club is within easy reach and the lodge can help arrange discounted mid-week green fees. Many of the rooms have large 6-foot king-size beds and all of the stylish en suite rooms are serviced daily. With just 9 rooms, all guests receive personalised, attentive, individual service. A full traditional Devonshire breakfast, featuring high-quality, locally sourced produce from nearby farms, is available daily and is included in the price. With a quiet, relaxing atmosphere and an attractive, peaceful rural setting, the lodge is great for a restful, restorative break.

Fingle Glen Golf Hotel - With its own beautifully kept 18-hole golf course, Fingle Glen Golf Hotel is located just off the A30, approximately 5 miles (8 km) from Exeter. Surrounded by the peace and tranquillity of the lush, green golf course, the hotel is wonderful for a relaxing break or as a restful base from which to explore the area. The hotel also makes a great stopover for the discerning business traveller looking for quiet, relaxing accommodation close to Exeter. Fingle Glen boasts a challenging 18-hole course and a floodlit driving range. There are 9 en suite double rooms and one suite available within the main complex and a further 12 log cabins overlooking the golf course's 18th green. The rooms are all situated on the first floor of the 24-hour manned club house. All of the rooms have been recently refurbished to a high standard, with all the modern comforts and facilities you need. The log cabins have 2 en suite bedrooms, a fully fitted kitchen, a dining area, and a decked area outside. The cabins sleep up to 4 people and are available for short or long-term bookings.

The Mount Edgcombe - With a Silver Award from the Green Tourism Business Scheme, this quality, refurbished accommodation offers freshly cooked breakfasts, evening meals, free car parking and a convenient location. The Mount Edgcombe is a small, privately run establishment that prides itself on service and attention. There is a fully licensed bar, a comfortable guest lounge and an excellent choice of optional evening meals. Mount Edgcombe is located on a level, tree-lined avenue. The train station and the English Riviera Centre are just a few minutes' walk away, and a 15-minute walk will take you to Castle Circus - the heart of Torquay's shopping area. The nearby promenade provides a lovely stroll along the water's edge towards the harbour. Please note that Mount Edgcombe is entirely non-smoking and does not accept group bookings.

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.

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).

The Graystoke - Close to Ilfracombe's town centre, the harbour and the seafront, this attractive Victorian building is a 4-star guest house with free Wi-Fi, free parking and a lounge bar. On the picturesque North Devon coast, the Graystoke is within walking distance of Ilfracombe's pretty harbour, Blue Flag Tunnels Beaches, shops and restaurants. Fully double glazed and centrally heated, it combines traditional charm with modern comforts and facilities. Built in 1885, the house has a wide staircase with a beautiful leaded, stained-glass picture window. There are 7 spacious, comfortable and bright en suite rooms, all with toiletries, individually controlled heating, TVs, tea/coffee, radio/alarm clocks and hairdryers. A full English breakfast is freshly cooked to order and served in the sunny and spacious dining room.

Colindale Guest House - In a quiet road overlooking parkland and trees, a 3-minute walk from Torquay's seafront, The Colindale is a Victorian guest house with 4-star status from the AA. The Colindale is a very welcoming place to stay in Torquay. Each of the individually decorated bedrooms is en suite, with access to free Wi-Fi internet. The comfortable guest lounge has a TV and is a good place in which to relax quietly with a glass of wine. There is a selection of books and videos that you can borrow during your stay. 200 yards (180 metres) from Torquay Rail Station, The Colindale is half a mile (800 metres) from the English Riviera Centre and Princess Theatre, and three-quarters of a mile (1.2 km) from the harbour.