515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, TQ1 1HJ, United Kingdom
#14 of 110 B&Bs and inns in Torquay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 192 B&B reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.8
Free Wifi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 28, 2024
Shaun
United KingdomEverything ,thank you Peter & Helen
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Simon
United States of AmericaNothingo
The owners were engaging, friendly and very approachable. Accommodation was excellent and very comfortable. We would definitely return to stay at this accommodation.7
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Jenny
United KingdomNothing
It was beautifully and stylishly decorated in an Art Deco style and felt very homely. The breakfast room was airy and light with a lovely view. We were given a friendly welcome and very helpful information on restaurants and places to visit. The breakfast choice was extensive, tasty and beautifully presented.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Paul
United KingdomNothing,
Everything was excellent, Peter and Helen we're very warm and welcoming
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Daniel
United KingdomGreat location, really nice room, excellent staff and great breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
John
United KingdomThe location was ideal for our stopover on the way to the ferry at Plymouth. The hotel is in a good location for visiting the town and seafront at Torquay. Lots of restaurants so a good choice of food. The breakfast in the hotel was very good with a good selection of options for everyone. We will definitely stay here again on our way to Spain.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Phillip
United Kingdomnothing to dislike
Excellant Breakfast......perfect location......very welcoming and helpful host.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Trevor
United KingdomNot able to stay longer
Lovely French style furnishing, and roomy.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 20, 2024
Tyrone
United KingdomI can't fualt the experience the hospitality was great.
The atmosphere was excellent on arrival and throughout my stay
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 8, 2024
Carole
United KingdomBreakfast was delicious. Everything about our stay was perfect...room excellent..bed comfy...bathroom pristine...nothing negative in any way.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Pauline
AustraliaThere was nothing not to like . The location was great. The room was very comfortable and clean. The breakfast was a banquet, and the people became friends.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 27, 2023
Jason
United KingdomOnly staying 2 nights, will be staying longer next time
Greeted in the carpark and from then on they couldn't do enough for you. Rooms were very equipped and plenty of room. Breakfast was great with lots of homemade things. We have stayed in a few hotels/B&B's in Torquay but thus one tops the lot.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 9, 2023
Mark
United KingdomNothing everything was perfect.
Peter and Helen were the perfect hosts, very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was amazing with plenty of varieties, and everything was cooked fresh to order. The suite was very clean and comfortable and the attention to detail was amazing. I think they thought of everything. We are definitely looking forward to going back.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 16, 2023
Ally
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing to find fault with whatsoever.
The Somerville is a lovely hotel. We came as a party of 3 couples and each couple had an excellent room which had its own character. Everyone was very happy. The somerville has several things going for it which sets it apart. First is the owners , Peter and Helen - from the get-go they make sure you are welcomed , relaxed and helps by providing local knowledge of what and where to go. Second - The location is just a short walk from the harbour but has ample parking. Third - The Decor and Rooms -it is furnished with items made by local artisans . As mentioned, every room has it's own unique character. The rooms are exactly as you would expect from a top flight B&B : clean, tidy, well thought out, excellent tea and coffee facilities and good quality toiletries. Fourth - The Breakfast . Its excellent , made with local produce and cooked to perfection.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 9, 2023
Montin99
United KingdomExcellent room and hotel. Great location for a short walk into town. Owners were very friendly. I recommend getting the room with the bath, it was a brilliant place to stay. With parking and an exceptional breakfast, this is the place to stay whilst in Torquay.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 7, 2023
Michael
United KingdomNothing
The breakfast was excellent, lots of choice freshly prepared.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 16, 2023
Rachel
United Kingdompeter and Helen were brilliant host, made to feel welcomed from the first moment you got there, everything was clean and well run, breakfast was great, table service, big shout out to Paul allways smiling and very efficient and Peter on hand to give great tips for days out, and Helen homemade cakes were fantastic in the afternoon in the lovely sunny garden, most definitely staying again here.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Judy
AustraliaGreat location and wonderful hosts
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 1, 2023
Dr
United KingdomAll positive experience - I wish there are more such boutique hotels where we could stay and enjoy having a homely feeling and quality all around. Highly recommend for a short break. Breakfast was excellent too.
As a regular overseas business traveller I value this stay as exceptional. Owners Peter and Helen were always there to make every guest as special and welcoming. They truly have put their heart and soul to this family business.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 28, 2023
John
United KingdomNothing
The Somerville Suite - very well appointed and roomy with a lovely spacious bathroom. An excellent choice for breakfast with cooked meals being freshly prepared. Very welcoming hosts. Extremely clean property, inside and out. Private parking and within easy walking distance of the Harbour. Daily freshly baked cakes available to guests on return to the Hotel in the evening.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 20, 2023
Kieron
United KingdomN/a - all fantastic!
Comfort, space, location and most importantly the warm reception from Peter and his lovely wife. Everything we needed was attended to and breakfast in the morning was faultless. Everything made for a very lovely stay!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 18, 2023
Helene
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like!
The suite was superb. Good facilities, plenty of tea's and coffee to choose from. Cookies, water and milk in the fridge on arrival. Complimentary homemade cake every day. Breakfast was lovely and plenty to choose from. Staff were friendly and helpfull. Wifi in room was great and netflix on the tele! The whole stay was a nice relaxing time away.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 18, 2023
Emma
United KingdomNothing
Beautiful hotel and our rooms was lovely , beautiful small details like homemade complimentary cakes , great breakfast . Helen and Peter are excellent hosts
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 14, 2023
Terry
NetherlandsNOTHING AT ALL!!!!!!!
The Somerville is a GREAT B&B The warm welcome from Peter and Helen makes you feel right at home Peter is a very good and helpful host Helen is a very good cook actually a 12 is in place for this B&B
Stayed in August 2023
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