The Sandpiper Guest House - A modern detached, family run Guest Accommodation, close to Abbey Gardens,beach, Riviera Centre and entertainment. Relax in a friendly atmosphere where good food and cleanliness are our priority. Our hotel has 10 beautiful bedrooms most of which are fully en-suite, including 6 double rooms, 1 single room, 1 family suite and 2 family rooms. They all have remote control colour tv, Alarm Clock radio, shaver point, hair dryer and generous courtesy tray with tea and coffee making facilities. The Sandpiper is centrally heated making us the ideal venue for out of season breaks. We are licensed and have a cellar bar (away from all bedrooms).

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.

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.

Carlton Court - This luxury, detached Victorian villa with beautiful private gardens, is set in a peaceful part of Torquay, a short walk from Torquay's conference centre and Abbey Sands beach, the harbour and town centre. Carlton Court has undergone a substantial transformation over the past 6 months which gave them a prestigious '5-star Guest Accommodation' award from Visit Britain - one of the very few to be awarded 5 stars in Torquay. The award reflects exceptional standards of quality in the accommodation, hospitality, facilities and service. Nearby are the Torquay Riviera Conference Centre, the sports centre with indoor swimming pools, and Torre Abbey with its beautiful gardens, including pitch and putt, tennis and bowls. The beautiful thatched village of Cockington is only a mile from the hotel, with its attractive lakes and gardens Please note that The Carlton Court is entirely non-smoking, does not cater for children or pets.

Kelvin House - In a quiet area, 5 minutes' walk from Torquay Railway Station and close to the beach and the town centre, Kelvin House offers 4-star guest accommodation and free private parking. Built in the 1880s, the Kelvin House is an elegant and attractive Victorian-style house, situated on a lovely tree-lined road, within easy walking distance of the seafront, the Riviera centre and the main town centre. Fully licensed, the Kelvin House has 7 tastefully decorated en suite rooms, all with hairdryers, clock radios, tea/coffee making facilities and TVs with Freeview digital channels. A freshly cooked full English breakfast or a lighter continental breakfast is included in the price. The attractive dining room overlooks a lovely patio, where you can enjoy breakfast in sunny weather. The Kelvin House is family run and your hosts, Carl and Sharon, take great pride in offering a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome.

Meadfoot Bay - Welcome to this charming Victorian residence located 200 metres from the beach and 10 minutes' walk from the harbour. The award-winning, non-smoking guest house offers you a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where service is attentive but never intrusive. Run and managed by resident owners Chris, Caroline and Gary Waters, Meadfoot Bay offers a truly home-from-home atmosphere, where a warm smile and friendly service are very much in evidence, and part of the Meadfoot Bay way. The guest house is situated just 200 metres from Meadfoot Bay, a delightful, unspoilt beach which holds the coveted EC Blue Flag for cleanliness, and where you can relax and watch the tide roll in and out. The guest house offers free car parking, free Wi-Fi, and operates a full non-smoking policy throughout the building.

The Shirley - In a tranquil location, The Shirley is a 4-star family-run hotel, retaining many original Victorian period features, only 5 minutes' walk from the marina. All rooms are en suite, with a Freeview flat-screen TV, DVD player and free Wi-Fi internet access. The Shirley boasts an outdoor swimming pool that is heated during the summer months and a beautiful sun terrace. Guests can enjoy meals in the opulent dining room and there is also a spacious lounge and bar. The many shops, restaurants and bars in the surrounding area are a short walk away and the Riviera International Conference Centre is also close by.

Exton House - In a quiet tree-lined road, just a short walk from the town centre, the seafront and the Riviera Centre, Exton House has been awarded a 4-star guest accommodation rating. Your hosts, John and Julie, pride themselves on their high standards of cleanliness, attention to detail and hospitality. This small, friendly, family-run guest house is located in a quieter area of Torquay, just a few minutes' walk from the beach and all that the town has to offer. There are 5 stylish and well-equipped double and family en-suite rooms, all of which are tastefully decorated and furnished. Each room has a TV with Freeview digital channels and tea/coffee making facilities. Free high-speed Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout and there is a public computer for guests' use. Free parking is available on site and Exton House offers a courtesy pick-up service for those travelling by public transport.

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.

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.

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.

The Charterhouse - This charming, family-run Edwardian residence has an idyllic location just 100 metres away from the seafront, the sandy Livermead beach and the quiet, tree-lined meadows of Cockington Valley Country Park. The Charterhouse is in mature gardens with a patio, large lawn and a small outdoor heated swimming pool. The centre of Torquay is within walking distance. The delightful Edwardian building contains light, airy rooms and offers charming, comfortable bed-and-breakfast accommodation. A delicious English cooked breakfast is included. Families are welcome. Pets can also stay, providing you are booking either of the 2 'pet friendly' garden rooms. There is a large, free private car park and free Wi-Fi internet access is available.

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.

Clifton Grove - Between Torquay Harbour and Babbacombe Downs, home of the cliff-top railway, this well-preserved, 19th-century building offers charming accommodation and some limited free parking. The Clifton Grove is a Grade II listed building, originally built by the Royal Navy to accommodate the families of their captains. The harbour, the seafront and the town's many other attractions are a 10-minute stroll away. All rooms have washbasins, ironing facilities, hairdryers, tea/coffee and LCD flat-screen TVs with Freeview. Some rooms have en suite bathrooms and rooms with shared bathroom facilities are also available. The property has a small residents' bar offering a large choice of drinks at reasonable prices. The lounge has a 42-inch TV and free access to a DVD library. The Clifton Grove is family run and your hosts, Jason and Teresa, pride themselves on offering a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

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.

Trafalgar House B and B - A truly English experience, Trafalgar House is a detached, quiet and delightful Victorian villa, filled with charm, standing in its own sub-tropical gardens, only 700 metres from the seafront promenade. At the heart of the English Riviera, Trafalgar House is a touch of Danish, a touch of Australian and rich with English tradition and history. We, the Scandinavian/Australian/English proprietors, offer a warm personal welcome and good old-fashioned hospitality. We speak Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, German and even un petit Franglais! It is our aim to ensure that our guests explore and experience the best that South Devon has to offer; enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable holiday experience; and depart Trafalgar House with many happy memories. We serve superior English and continental breakfasts, freshly prepared to order. Free Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout and this non-smoking guest house also has a free private car park. All bedrooms have high quality en-suite bathrooms. Children aged over 8 years are welcome, but bookings for stag and hen parties are not accepted.

The Daylesford Silver Award 2006, 2007,2008 and 2009 - High quality, award-winning guest house providing an excellent standard of comfort and hospitality. Seafront 300 metres. The Daylesford is ideally located in a tree-lined avenue overlooking a park, and around the corner from the Riviera International Conference Centre. The seafront, town and marina are within easy walking distance. The elegant surroundings include a quiet lounge with books and magazines. All rooms are en suite and have bathrobes, flat-screen TVs, high-quality bed linen/towels and a well-stocked courtesy tray. Free Wi-Fi. The superior English or Continental breakfast is freshly prepared to order. The Daylesford - delightfully different.

Tusker Lodge Hotel - Tusker Lodge is a small, friendly, family-run hotel, with a pretty sun terrace overlooking Torwood Gardens. The hotel is 400 metres from the harbour, strand, shops and theatre. Tusker Lodge Hotel is in a superb position, close to Torquay's beach and seafront. Within walking distance is the coastal path to Beacon Cove, Meadfoot, Hope Cove, Ansteys Cove, Babbacombe Beach and Oddicombe Beach. The Natural History Museum is almost next to the hotel and Torbay's Model Village is at the other end of Babbacombe Road, a short bus ride away. Tusker Lodge offers free parking and wireless internet access.

Riviera Lodge Hotel - On a quiet tree-lined road, overlooking its own secluded gardens and swimming pool, the hotel offers a range of facilities and services for a pleasant and relaxing stay. Enjoy a drink in the spacious colonial-style bar; soak up the Riviera sunshine in the sun lounge; or catch a glimpse of the bay from the terrace. A full restaurant service is available for both lunch and dinner and an exceptional full breakfast is included in all room rates. The Riviera Lodge has 4 stars from the AA in the Guest Accommodation category. American Express and Diners Club cards are not accepted at this hotel as a method of payment.

The Wilsbrook Guest House - This attractive Victorian guest house has a convenient location, close to both Torre and Torquay railway stations and less than 10 minutes' walk from the seafront and the town centre. The guest house is close to all that Torquay has to offer, including the family-friendly beach, the Riviera Centre and Torquay's varied selection of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. This well-established and newly decorated guest house offers comfortable, well-appointed en suite accommodation in a charming Victorian building. All of the rooms have a TV and tea/coffee making facilities, and a choice of generous and tasty breakfasts is included in all room rates. There is an en suite family room and 2 en suite double rooms, with a twin and a single room which share a bathroom between them. There is a resident's lounge with TV and DVD player and private off-street parking is available for guests' use, free of charge.

Dunster House - This friendly, family-run guest house with free Wi-Fi overlooks Torre Abbey and is one of the closest guest houses to Torquay Railway Station and beaches. Dunster House is a Torquay B&B with a quality touch, and is walking distance from Torquay's main attractions. All rooms are en suite. Its services, high level of cleanliness and comfort will enable you to enjoy Torquay in comfort. Off-road parking is available.

The Glenross: Silver Award Winning Guest Accommodation - The Glenross has Silver-Award-winning, fully refurbished accommodation and a restaurant. Enjoy attentive service, fantastic British cooking and good value. The Glenross has friendly and helpful hosts who provide a relaxed atmosphere during your stay. You will also benefit from a great location, ample parking and a bar. The Glenross is rated by Visit Britain as 4-Star Guest Accommodation.

The Downs, Babbacombe - Boasting spectacular views over Babbacombe Downs and Lyme Bay, all the way to Portland Bill, this family-run residence is set in Babbacombe, a small village within the town of Torquay. Awarded 4 stars by Visit Britain, The Downs Babbacombe features 12 en suite rooms, 8 of which enjoy a balcony with fantastic views over the surroundings. It also provides a fully licensed lounge-bar and a restaurant with a comfortable snug area. Welcoming families, couples and singles of all ages, The Downs at Babbacombe offers a friendly atmosphere in which you can relax and enjoy a peaceful night's sleep to ready you for the next day.

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.

Melba House Hotel - BandB - One of the best-located bed and breakfast hotels in Torquay, Melba House is just a short stroll away from the seafront and only 200 metres from the conference centre. This traditional English bed and breakfast hotel has a quintessentially English location, overlooking the surrounding tranquil parkland and the nearby cricket pitch. Fully refurbished in the last 12 months, all of the charming en suite accommodation is well appointed and comfortable and all of the rooms have a flat-screen LCD TV. Melba House has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, and is the ideal place to relax and unwind, whether you are enjoying a seaside holiday in Torquay or visiting the area on business. The town centre, train station, seafront and conference centre are just a short, level walk away. The residence boasts its own private car park and free secure Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout the building.

Hotel Iona - This family-run hotel is run by a team who are dedicated to making your stay an enjoyable one; offering a professional service in a comfortable and friendly environment. Hotel Iona is a spacious, detached Victorian building, situated in a quiet, exclusive, conservation area close to Torquay seafront and town centre. The hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the English Riviera, an area of unparalleled natural beauty and spectacular coastal scenery. The hotel's convenient location means that you are within easy reach of sandy beaches and secluded coves, rolling countryside and wild, unspoilt moors. The hotel offers a selection of quality, clean, comfortable and well-equipped rooms for you to rest, relax and sleep. The hotel operates a policy of professional hospitality and service in a relaxed and informal environment to ensure your stay with them is as satisfactory and comfortable as possible.

Lindum Lodge - The Lindum is a family-run hotel providing a high standard of comfort and service in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. A reputation for good food, and service to match, is assured by the personal supervision of the resident proprietors, Chris and Colleen Owen. The hotel enjoys a superb position central to Torquay's tourist attractions and, with its ample and secure off-road car park, provides an ideal base from which to tour the surrounding countryside.

Grosvenor House - This hotel is situated in a quiet yet central location, within easy walking distance of the beach, town and Riviera Conference Centre. The hotel is run by a Christian family, Nigel and Angela Pearce, with their 2 children William and Linda. We are one of the few small hotels to still provide our guests with the opportunity to book evening meals. We offer superior accommodation at reasonable rates. We are here to ensure your stay in Torquay is an enjoyable one.

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.

Glenorleigh - This family-run establishment has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with delightful en suite rooms located a short walk from the seafront and local amenities. The Glenorleigh offers good home-cooking with plenty of choice including daily vegetarian options. Set in a quiet central location, the guest accommodation has parking, a licensed bar, a games room, a solarium and sun terrace overlooking a Mediterranean-style garden with feature palms and a heated swimming pool.