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The Downs

Seafront 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, TORQUAY

We have just been awarded 4 star Guest Accommodation status by Visit Britain. We have a total of 12 en-suite rooms, 8 with balconies, which enjoy fabulous unobstructed views over Babbacombe Downs stretching along the coastline to Teignmouth and out over Lyme Bay all the way to Portland Bill, other facilities include a fully licenced Lounge Bar & Restaurant. All our rooms differ in size, however we class a 'Superior Room' as one which has either a sea view or is a larger family rear facing room. Babbacombe is a village within the town of Torquay which is a resort in itself often referred to as the 'Jewel in Torquay's crown', famous for its cliff top promenade which enjoys stunning views across Lyme Bay.
Babbacombe Downs is a long stretch of common land, with the highest promenade in the country and sweeping wooded cliffs to the beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below. To make the journey down to the beach at Oddicombe you have the gentle alternative of travelling the 240 feet down on the cliff railway, which has been operating since 1926.
The Downs borders the Babbacombe Downs themselves. We are a family run establishment which welcomes young and old, families, couples and singles alike. Built c. 1850 by Isaac Singer for his sisters, we form part of a terrace. We have a comfortable feel with an emphasis on excellent service now expected by the more discerning traveller.
We have just carried out the first phase of our refurbishment and now have 19" flatscreen freeview TV's in all rooms, with free WiFi access throughout the building. We can accommodate families in our 5 family rooms, with reduced rates for children under 12. We are also dog friendly with a number of our rooms allocated for our four legged friends.
During the summer months the forecourt café provides an excellent area to relax and enjoy a light lunch, traditional cream tea or refreshing beer, with the kiosk serving local ice cream.
We offer Kate's world renowned breakfast which can be served in our spacious restaurant or can be enjoyed on your room balcony.
We are biker friendly. We offer off street parking including CCTV coverage also a secure drying/storage area in room 1 for your bike gear and helmets. So for those of you looking to explore the South West give us a call for full details. We also offer the same secure drying/storage facilities for all our guests (keys available upon request) so whether it be golf equipment, bowls or walking gear we can assist.
For those of you who want to spend the day exploring, or on the beach, packed lunches are available to suit your requirements. Just a stone's throw from Babbacombe is the pretty town centre of St Marychurch - which appears in the Doomsday book. Its pleasant pedestrianised precinct has a fine selection of shops and cafés.
Torquay town centre is 1 1/2 miles away along the Babbacombe Road, passing through Wellswood a popular street lined with shops, cafes and restaurants. Excellent bus links run regularly for those not wishing to walk.

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Room Information and Prices

Standard Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults
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£58.00
Superior Twin or Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults
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£62.00
Superior Twin or Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults
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£62.00
Superior Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults
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£62.00
Superior Twin or Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults 2 Children
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£93.00
Superior Twin or Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults 1 Child
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£77.50
Superior Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults
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Total Price No. of
Rooms
£62.00
Superior Twin or Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults 2 Children
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Total Price No. of
Rooms
£93.00
Superior Twin or Double Room - Sleeps 2 Adults 1 Child
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£77.50

miniBreaks prices are the total cost per room. Prices include all taxes. No booking fee.

Check in and Check out times:
You can check in from 15:00. You need to check out by 10:00.

Map & Directions for The Downs

Directions to The Downs

From M5 head for Torquay A380 At the end of A380 dual carriageway on arrival at Newton Abbot - Penn Inn roundabout - take the 2nd exit onto Torquay Road - A380 (signposted Torquay) Continue forward onto Torquay Road - A380. Entering Kingskerswell At Kerswell Gardens Roundabout take the 1st exit onto Riviera Way - A3022 (signposted Torquay) Continue forward onto Riviera Way - A3022. Entering Torquay Lowes Bridge, at traffic signals turn left onto the B3199 (signposted Teignmouth) At Hele Cross roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Hele Road - B3199 (signposted Teignmouth) At mini-roundabout turn left then immediately At next mini-roundabout turn right onto Westhill Road (signposted Plainmoor) At traffic signals turn left onto Manor Road (signposted St Marychurch, Babbacombe A379) At traffic signals turn right onto Babbacombe Road - A379 Turn left onto Princes Street Turn left onto Babbacombe Downs Road, the hotel is 20m on the left

Hotel's Location

Nearest Train: Torre - 1.5 miles

Attractions for The Downs

Please note, distances given here are approximate and are based on a direct route and will vary from actual travel distances.

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Hotel Facilities for The Downs

Main

  • Hotel Non-Smoking Throughout
  • Telephone In Each Room
  • Limited Hours Room Service
  • Concierge
  • Wake Up Call Available
  • Childrens Facilities - Indoor
  • Pets Allowed
  • Porter

Parking

  • Car Parking Available On Site
  • Car Parking Available Offsite

Business

  • Wi-Fi Available
  • In-room Modem Hook up
  • Wi-Fi Available In Public Areas
  • Wi-Fi Available In Rooms
  • Private dining services

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Leisure

  • [Channels] Music
  • [Channels] Childrens

In Room Entertainment

  • TV
  • Radio

Customer Reviews for The Downs

What our customers thought of this Hotel

Please note the reviews featured have been provided by customers of our sister website LateRooms.com. All reviews posted are the opinions of people who have stayed at this hotel, not of miniBreaks.com. These opinions may vary greatly and should be considered alongside all the other information available on this hotel.

Overall Hotel Review
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 From 8 Reviews since October 2006
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Would you stay here again? 87% Yes 13% No Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? 87% Yes 13% No
Review by Ms Kerry Sullivan on 12 August 2008 who stayed in August 2008.
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Friendly but simple family run hotel. Excellent location. Lots of stairs! Good service, good food.
Review by Anonymous on 8 June 2008 who stayed in June 2008.
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The location of the hotel was very good. We took a short taxi ride from Torquay station.
Just across the road was the cliff railway to Oddicombe beach. The Victorian museum and the model village were a few minutes stroll from the hotel. There are good bus links to Torquay Harbour, however we preferred to walk there.
We booked a superior room which was nicely decorated and very clean. The bed was big and comfy. Our room had a balcony and the view was spectacular. The hospitality tray was well stocked with pleny of tea and coffee, milk and sugar. There was even a bowl of sweets in the room for us.
Breakfast was plentiful, and our full English was freshly cooked to order. There was plenty of cereals, juices, yoghurts and tea and coffee. The hotel had a well stocked bar and the drinks were very reasonably priced - unusual for a hotel bar.
The owners were very friendly and helpful and gave us lots of tips on how to get around.
We would definately stay at this hotel again and are already planning our next trip.
Review by Mr M A Delaney on 1 June 2008 who stayed in March 2008.
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Review by Anonymous on 13 March 2008 who stayed in March 2008.
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Kate and Ed were fantastic hosts, they could not do enough for us, it was a very late booking and they were happy to see us, they even got special bread for 3 of us as we are unable to eat wheat.
I would have no hesitation in booking with them again and recommending them to others.
Review by Mr S J Aubrey on 12 March 2008 who stayed in March 2008.
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Beutiful views over Babacoomb bay, lovely balcony, BUT....having booked a superior room we were a bit surprised to only have 10 inches between the bottom of the bed and the wall, the noy so fit would have trouble getting around the bed and using the balcony, kettle and t.v. etc. extremely nice and helpful couple, and a fabulous breakfast cooked fresh, BUT I heard the gent in the bedroom next door snore all night, the lady of the room being sick in the morning and a conversation extremely audible about a brass band competition, and the noise of her hardrier as loudly as if it was in my own room, so these things did spoil our weekend a bit, and sorry to say we will not go back, a great pity.

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