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The Babbacombe Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in Babbacombe

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Beach nearby
Land view from property
Reception
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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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The Sea Front, Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LH
  • Place, Babbacombe Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Torquay United FC
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Patio, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Torquay

Babbacombe stay.At this Babbacombe hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Babbacombe Cliff Railway and Cary Gardens. Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Babbacombe Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Babbacombe Cliff Railway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cary Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Babbacombe Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Torquay United FC - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 4 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Babbacombe Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Himalya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Café - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Babbacombe Hotel

3.5-star hotel in Babbacombe
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Babbacombe Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Babbacombe Hotel offers 80 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit or debit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

Babbacombe Hotel
Sefton Hotel Torquay
The Babbacombe Hotel Torquay
The Babbacombe Hotel Hotel
The Babbacombe Hotel Torquay
The Babbacombe Hotel Hotel Torquay

The Babbacombe Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 108 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

ASA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Although very clean and tidy the hotel is dated and definitely needs an upgrade especially with making the rooms more soundproof. During our stay the fire alarm kept going off during the night. We had to call reception to clarify if we needed to evacuate or not which we found poor as the majority of guests appeared to be quite elderly. There was no explanation or apology from staff the next day. This is a moderately expensive hotel and we expected better.
Seaview room
View from Window
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was okay with views of the shoreline but no practical access to the beach and the surrounding facilities were also a bit basic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and clean, the bathroom was spotless. The bed was comfy and the room was really quiet. The internet access was awful in our room but improved in the main area of the hotel. We felt the food options were very limited. The roast carvery needed a better variety of vegetables in my opinion. Breakfast was tasty although basic. Parking in the area is very tricky. The hotel is situated in the perfect place for visiting the local area on foot. We would visit again but eat elsewhere for the evening meal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parking.

large problem with parking we were fortunate not to have any damage. Two couples we spoke to had wing mirrors damaged.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is generally ok, I've just had 2 nights there and to be honest it was generally clean and tidy, the staff were excellent all round and the entertainment on the night time was reasonably, However the room, (and i had one with a balcony) was so small would would not want to spendca week in it, and the bed was awful. It was like sleeping on a rock. The hotel is what we would call tired and needs quite a bit of money spending on it to get it up to a first class hotel. Still i have a good time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First words of greeting were, 'your card was declined' ... not very tactful! In fact the booking site had a pay at hotel policy so although i used my card, got confirmation of booking, and ref number, i had to actually pay when i got there. The card hadnt been declined at all. My friend and i were told to come through to the office, where we were shown the words 'card declined' on the screen. I was not happy as i knew it wouldnt be, but offered cash instead.. then i was told 'we dont take cash'. So after nearly deciding to go elsewhere, i offered the card again. It went through fine. I was then told that id ' probably put my number in wrong, we all do it'. I was going to argue that the booking wouldnt have been confirmed if id done so, but was so upset by the whole initial impression, that i took my receipt and key and went to room. He did add 'it was nothing personal' but we both thought it was handled unprofessionally and abuptly. Room was clean and comfortable. Nice view. Breakfast was good although, having checked in for a table we then had someone come up to us during our meal to ask our room number again. Check out was easy. No other problems.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking facilities are not good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sammy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel but a little tired and would benefit from a refurb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean but very small room. Cheap, suitable for solo traveller. Hotel quite big largely catering for coach parties with big dining room and evening entertainment. Position close to weĺl maintained lawns at top of cliffs. Very safe, railings and benches. Magnificent views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the views are superb. well worth getting a balcony with sea view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
It’s setting with great views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ms Elizabeth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Super value - will use again.

A wee bit old fashioned, but perfect for its customer base. Really friendly, down to earth staff, comfortable nights sleep and crackin breakfast. Super value - will use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent . Room was clean and tidy Provided basics. Except disposable sanitary bags
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view on are balcony was wonderful the staff were so nice kind and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Babbacomes best Hotel

Everything was 100 % wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aneesah

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Stay vacation

Hotel bed was amazing and comfy but chipping in wallpaper and paint
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good spot for a base for a couple of days, bus stop outside for Torquay and further afield, model village just up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023