The Torcroft, Torquay

Breakfast & Dining

The Torcroft serves a daily breakfast menu that changes with daily specials like Eggs Benedict and Eggs Royale, using locally sourced ingredients. Guests can request personalized dietary accommodations, from gluten-free options to homemade lemon curd yogurt. The dining room opens onto a terrace and garden, where meals are served with attentive table service.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel offers unique room configurations including balcony suites with partial sea views, superior double rooms, and compact doubles with walk-in showers. Each room is individually decorated with original Victorian features and high-quality bedding. Room 5 provides a bathroom with both rain and standard shower heads, while the compact double room includes a wet room.

Amenities

The Torcroft has a well-stocked honesty bar in the lounge area with a selection of spirits, beers, wines, and mixers for guest self-service. The property includes a Mediterranean-style garden with outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, and ample private off-road parking with an electric vehicle charging station. A shared lounge with TV and a bar are available, along with daily housekeeping and express check-in/check-out.

Location

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Torquay seafront and Abbey Sands, and a 10-minute walk from the Riviera Centre. Nearby attractions include the Princess Theatre, Babbacombe Downs, and the Jurassic Coast. The property is situated in a quiet area but within easy reach of town restaurants and the harbour.

Service & Hospitality

Hosts Gary and Philip provide personalized recommendations for local restaurants and day excursions, using their knowledge of South Devon. The hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere with two friendly resident dogs and a homely feel. Additional services include luggage storage, CCTV cameras in common areas and outside, and fire extinguishers and smoke alarms throughout.

Highlights

Location: 5 min walk to seafront, 10 min to Riviera Centre

Breakfast: Daily specials with locally sourced ingredients

Rooms: Balcony suites with partial sea views

Amenities: Honesty bar, garden terrace, EV charging station

Service: Personalized local recommendations from hosts