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The Grand Hotel

4.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Princess Theatre

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The Grand Hotel is near the Riviera International Conference Centre and Paignton Beach. Enjoy a coffee shop, garden, and seasonal outdoor pool. The spa offers relaxing massages. Nearby attractions await. Guests praise the helpful staff and quality breakfast.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Inland) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Inland)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Inland) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room (Inland)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room (Compact) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Compact)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Inland) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Beach/ocean view

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Seafront, Torquay, England, TQ2 6NT

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Torre Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cockington Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 3 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TQ Beerworks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Visto Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Appleby's (Heritage Hotel) - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel

Upscale hotel near Princess Theatre
Located close to Torre Abbey Sands and Riviera International Conference Centre, The Grand Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Restaurant 1881, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, 4 meeting rooms, and outdoor furniture
  • Bicycle parking, a porter/bellhop, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 132 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Compass Lounge
  • Restaurant 1881

Things to do

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 8 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Fitness facilities
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The property will be renovating from October 1 2025 to February 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Fitness facilities
The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Torquay
Grand Torquay
The Grand Hotel Hotel
The Grand Hotel Torquay
The Grand Hotel Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Grand Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM. One of the pools will be unavailable from September 8 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating one of the pools from October 1 2025 to February 1 2026 (completion date subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at The Grand Hotel?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Hotel on Dec 18, 2025 start from $56.8, excluding 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.

Is The Grand Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

What time is check-in at The Grand Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Grand Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Grand Hotel located?

Located in Torquay City Centre, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Torre Abbey Sands and Riviera International Conference Centre. Princess Theatre and Paignton Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Torquay Station is only a 3-minute walk and Torre Station is 21 minutes.

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The Grand Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

A warm welcome & friendly atmosphere nice & cosy room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a little dated and the room was basic as was the food in the restaurant. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes the room was clean and the room was clean and would see there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place feels a bit shabby in parts, especially the swimming pool area, but the staff are awesome and the sea view rooms are worth the upgrade. The place is ideal if you're arriving by train as it's right next door!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOYCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed overnight for proximity to station. Had stayed in another property for 4 nights but too far out for early train. Moved to the Grand.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room but a bit old fashioned. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room wasn't fully serviced on the second day (towels not replaced and bed not made). Apart from that everything was fine, staff were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a convenient area and greta views from room. A little dated for my liking but really good overall
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely friendly hotel the pool was great. Overall it’s a bit dated but they are trying their best and our 2 night stay was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Always good stay here nearly every year. Twice last year. Difficulty in getting water to our room. Had to ask for it every day. Stayed in a suite. Staff were excellent. Restaurant staff amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 3 days with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place to be if you arrive by train and no better base for the Agatha Christie Festival or anything at Torre Abbey. The walk along the waterfront is elegant and safe, even at night. The staff are wonderful and if you like good, old-fashioned service and a traditional English breakfast, you will love it. The pool, bar and lounges are spacious and comfortable and the rooms are clean.
One has arrived.
Agatha Christie honeymooned here.
Full ! English !
Good morning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are frequent visitors to the Grand,and it has not changed much over the years We always think that a great saving could be made by the owners if the daytime heating was turned down. The rooms are stifling, you could grow tropical plants in the bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here a few times I do like this hotel, out of season and in the busy season 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay the staff are friendly and the pool area is nice good do with a few more loungers thou.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing - right by the station, the beach and the festival we were attending. Hotel bar is gorgeous but swimming pool area needs some attention and more loungers. Rooms at the top of the hotel are incredibly hot but a fan is provided (we only found that the next morning!). Staff are super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely relaxing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

N

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

Week break

Brilliant stay well looked after
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Torquay visit.

Enjoyed my stay although room was far to hot .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Original room in extremely poor condition carpet full of bad stains walls badly marked and window would not open. 2nd room also in very poor condition and noisy. Breakfast not up to a 4 star hotel. Have visited the hotel on occasions since 1973 but will not return again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely old traditional hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen B.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is close to train station and staff are nice. Unfortunately, this hotel has seen better days. I would not recommend anyone stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Disappointing bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very enjoyable 5 night stay.Very good value for money.Polite efficient staff and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Right on the beach and a lovely walk to the seafront and town centre of Torquay. Outdoor pool is heated and an absolute delight. Staff sweet and friendly. Gym a little dated but great to keep on top of fitness.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025