The Somerville – A Favorite for Families in Torquay
About the Hotel
Accommodation Options
The Somerville offers standard rooms, deluxe rooms, and luxury suites. All rooms include pocket sprung beds with goose down mattress toppers, digital flat-screen TVs, complimentary mineral water, and Malin+Goetz toiletries. Suites feature separate lounges, king-size beds, mini-fridges, and some have roll-top baths with integrated TVs. Ground-floor rooms open to private courtyards with seating and goldfish ponds.
Dining Experience
Breakfast includes locally sourced items like RML Meats sausages and Whortleberry Jam. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Torquay Harbour restaurants including Tony's Pizza, Carmine's Italian Restaurant, and fine dining options. Elton's Piano Bar is 300 yards from the property.
Location & Access
Located in central Torquay, The Somerville is a 5-minute walk from the harbor and town center. It is 1 km from Meadfoot Beach, 1.5 km from Kents Cavern, and 2 km from Babbacombe Model Village. The hotel provides free parking, and Bus Stop #42 is 100 yards away at Torquay Museum. Exeter International Airport is 45 km from the property.
Local Attractions
Nearby sites include Cockington Court (2 miles via coastal walk), Paignton Zoo, Living Coasts penguin exhibit, and the Princess Theatre showing West End productions. The area is a UNESCO Global Geopark with access to Dartmoor and South Hams within driving distance.
Guest Services
Services include free Wi-Fi, free parking, extended breakfast hours on weekends, theater ticket booking with £3 discount, and pre-show dinner reservations. Gift vouchers are available for special occasions. Cycle storage is provided, and the hotel holds a Five Star Guest Accommodation rating with a Gold Accolade from Southwest Tourism.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Shuttle service
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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