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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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Exterior
Exterior
Family Room, Sea View
Daily English breakfast (GBP 15 per person)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Explore the area

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Seafront, Torquay, England, TQ2 6NT
  • Place, Torre Abbey Sands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riviera International Conference Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Inland)

Standard Double Room (Inland)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Inland)

Family Room (Inland)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Sea View

Family Room, Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room (Compact)

Standard Double Room (Compact)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Inland)

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 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

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

Torquay

The Grand Hotel puts you in the heart of Torquay, steps from Torre Abbey Sands and within a 10-minute stroll of Riviera International Conference Centre. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Restaurant 1881, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site indoor swimming pool, gym and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Torquay City Centre hotel, you'll be 1 km (0.6 mi) from Princess Theatre and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Paignton Beach.

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Torre Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cockington Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Princess Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪TQ Beerworks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bombay Express - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Visto Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel

On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Princess Theatre
The Grand Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A health club, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly The Grand Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Victorian Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Grand Hotel offers 132 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Torquay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include massages.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered parking on site (GBP 10 per night)

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

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 24 December to 27 December:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
The property will be renovating from 1 October 2025 to 1 February 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Fitness facilities
The following facilities are closed for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from 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

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
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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Grand Hotel?

The Grand Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Hotel on 21 Dec 2025 start from AU$115.36, 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.

Is parking available at The Grand Hotel?

Yep, The Grand Hotel has a covered self car park for GBP 10 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to The Grand Hotel?

Yep, The Grand Hotel is on Corbyn Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at The Grand Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Grand Hotel. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does The Grand Hotel have a pool?

The Grand Hotel has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. One of the swimming pools will be unavailable from September 8 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating one of the swimming pools from October 1 2025 until February 1 2026 (completion date subject to change).

What luxury perks are available at The Grand Hotel?

The Grand Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool.

Does The Grand Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors adore the English brekkie here! Available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Grand Hotel?

No, The Grand Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Grand Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 24 until December 27. The dining venue is closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Grand Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Grand Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1006 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Great base for the weekend.

Great sea view from our room. Enjoyed a great massage at the spa. Enjoyed using the pools. Lovely evening meal in the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Business traveller
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

Patrick

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

Great location

This was our second visit to the Grand Hotel in Torquay. We definitely enjoyed this stay, loved the bed, spacious room, sea view and lovely balcony. The room was warm, so we left the balcony door open and it was more comfortable. Breakfast was buffet style, which was okay, though a bit disappointing for the price. The table hadn't been cleaned, and cutlery was missing. Food was okay. Checking in and out was easy enough. Lovely building, sea view excellent. Managed to get free parking across the road so that was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Grand supported our needs and promptly handled any miscommunication that came up. The spa is worth your time and the staff were courteous & friendly. Events did mean we couldn't enjoy all the facilities but alternate activities were found and enjoyed.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksander

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Hotel itself was nice but bath or shower didn’t work they fixed bath next day and then toilet seat broke. Had a nice scone and tea and ploughman’s lunch however chef must of gone on holiday as fish and chips was dreadful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Vi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Tracey

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Markus

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an icon of the area however the upkeep of the hotel has definitely slipped. The staff did their best to help out where possible but the stay was uncomfortable at best. We really wanted to love it but facing a train station with very worn out bed and a bathroom with mold didn’t have us resting as we had planned. Unfortunate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Faded glamour

Glamorous hotel, faded in places and could do with a little refurb in the bedroom corridors and around the pool, but we had a lovely stay, the facilities are great and our room was well-appointed. Great location, right next to the station and lovely view of Torquay. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Georgina

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff were friendly enough.Reception/bar/restaurant was nice.some areas of hotel look like they need a refresh/updating.Swimming pool outside needs a refresh or clean?and changing rooms which also weren’t that clean.Room was ok but a bit tired in place.It was clean but window wouldn’t open.Breakfast quite a good choice.Coffee was already made up in a machine which was cold and too strong.Good location though for lots of places.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

K E

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

6/10 Okay

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old-world warmth of welcome to children and adults. Main reception room is a beautiful large high windowed, graceful, room resplendent with its numerous couches, library, sea views and perfect for rainy days. The pork belly and fresh vegetables were delicious. A realistically priced, child-welcoming, truly charming hotel with generous pool towels, for the much enjoyed indoor and outdoor pool. The location is great for quick walks, short taxi and train rides to an abundance of child-appropriate fun. The staff are delightful. Grandeur and hospitality without the price-tag, breakfast and bedroom more than adequate, we look forward to our next visit very much. If you need power-showers, and ten-star waitress-service breakfasts, air conditioning, ... this hotel is not for you, but how lucky we are to have this wonderful hotel exactly as it is.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Avinash

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking costs additional 10 pounds, staff not experienced and not very helpful especially at reception to checkin. Had to wait a long and she was rude. Breakfast is good Venue is overrated Hotel is old
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristen B.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Grand Hotel is poorly maintained and needs updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Travon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paid for a sea view room but got less than a partial view on the first floor... The duvet covers and bed covers had holes and were dirty... The wifi was very bad ..we had to use our mobile data throughout our stay...
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025