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The Somerville
5.0 star property

Luxury Victorian guesthouse, walk to Inner Harbour
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The Somerville

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Superior Double Room
Suite, Garden View | View from room
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Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Reception

Overview of The Somerville

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is NZ$235
Price available on 22/4/2024

Explore the area

Map
515 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 1HJ
  • Popular LocationTorquay Museum2 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Vienna Restaurant3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCotton Eyed Joes5 min walk
  • Popular LocationTorquay Station7 min drive
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Room options

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Meadfoot Suite

Meadfoot Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (1st Floor)

Junior Suite (1st Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Garden View

Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Torquay

Located in Torquay, The Somerville is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Inner Harbour and Meadfoot Beach, while Torquay Museum and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights. Little Theatre and Cary Gardens are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Inner Harbour - 9 min walk
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk
  • Meadfoot Beach - 17 min walk
  • Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 8 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yates Torquay - 7 min walk
  • Apple & Parrot - 7 min walk
  • The Hole in the Wall - 8 min walk
  • Prezzo - 11 min walk
  • Amici - 6 min walk

About this property

The Somerville

Luxury guest house near Inner Harbour
Located close to Torquay Museum and Little Theatre, The Somerville provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and mini golf. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this guest house. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a bar.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike hire and express check-out
  • Express check-in, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and dressing gowns, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Somerville Hotel Torquay
Somerville Torquay
The Somerville Hotel Torquay
The Somerville Torquay, Devon
Somerville House Torquay
Somerville Guesthouse Torquay
Somerville Guesthouse
The Somerville Torquay
Somerville Hotel Torquay
The Somerville Torquay
The Somerville Guesthouse
The Somerville Guesthouse Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Is The Somerville pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Somerville?

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Somerville on 22 Apr 2024 start from NZ$234.79, including 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.

How much is parking at The Somerville?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Somerville?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Somerville?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Somerville located?

Located in the heart of Torquay, this luxury guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Torquay Museum and Inner Harbour. Little Theatre and Princess Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Torquay Station is 28 minutes by foot.

The Somerville Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 322 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 322 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peter and Helen are excellent hosts with nothing being to much trouble to enhance your stay. Breakfast is superb great quality food great choice, and a added bonus of the charming Paul there to serve it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay for a theatre show
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel brilliant, Peter and Helen lovely, breakfast excellent . Lovely room. Had a brilliant week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location owners very helpful and very obliging
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcomed on arrival by Peter very nice knowledgeable guy.Rooms spotless and big nothing too much trouble nice breakfast in the morning .Thanks all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay.
Excellent host.Wonderful breakfast. Brilliant on site parking .Lovely,large room and en suite.Convenient position. Maybe needs abit of extra dusting on ornate furniture in bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anniversary/Birthday
A lovely break great host’s with Peter giving us plenty of ideas to visit local attractions and restaurants. Breakfast menu great spoiled for choice. Parking on site very handy town all within walking distance that’s a bonus. Room adequate cleaned every day in all can’t go wrong give it ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022