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About this property
Decorated in Mediterranean style and built in 1866, this hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Torquay and offers stunning bay views, large bright rooms, swimming pools and a health club.
The Imperial Hotel sits on top of a cliff and overlooks Torquay and the yachts on the water. The beach, Torre Abbey and English Riviera Centre are all within walking distance.
This 4-star hotel offers a gym, spa, sun loungers, sauna and hot tub. Squash and tennis courts are available, and massages and treatments can be booked.
Exquisite cuisine is served in the AA-rosette Regatta restaurant, which also offers fine wines and panoramic views of Torbay. Light snacks are available in the conservatory and Britannia Bar.
Rooms are bright and airy, and have seating areas with armchairs and coffee tables.
Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a stay with kids.
Situated in the real heart of Torquay, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2
Top pick by families with children
Breakfast info
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet
Rooms with:
Terrace
Sea view
Garden view
Private parking at the hotel
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Availability
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.2
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Guests who stayed here loved
Bettison
United Kingdom
“love a room high up with a beautiful sea view. sun pouring through the patio doors, so relaxing and warm.
Breakfast magnificent and spa and massage was fabulous.”
Margaret
United Kingdom
“Location was perfect, it was good value and the staff were very helpful”
Colin
United Kingdom
“Great location overlooking the sea, though we did book a seat view room, many rooms do not face it. Bathroom has been updated in our room and was fine. Great big balcony for us. Location also great for wandering into town (7 mins)”
F
Fran
United Kingdom
“It was in the ideal position for what we were attending”
“Amazing views and ambience . Pool facilities a real bonus.Comfortable and spacious great location. Fantastic breakfast.”
L
Lewis
United Kingdom
“Presentation and devour of the whole interior lobby and rooms”
Denis
Ireland
“Fabulous room with a great view. Staff very helpful in most cases. Quirky old-fashioned hotel, could probably do with a spruce up but we loved it.”
P
Philip
United Kingdom
“Agi on reception and all staff especially duty manager helpful to my brother who has been struggling with illness. Very helpful. The view of the bay incredible from the room. The wow factory. Fantastic conservatory for coffee”
C
Caroline
United Kingdom
“We love staying at the Imperial, it's so grand, attention to detail is wonderful.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Regatta
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner
Ambiance
Traditional
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Facilities of The Imperial Torquay
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular facilities
Indoor swimming pool
Private parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Spa and wellness centre
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Beachfront
Free cot available on request
House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
If you are travelling with children under 17 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is a smart-casual dress code in the hotel restaurant.
When booking 10 rooms or more, or 10 room nights or more, different policies and rules will apply. (Such as prepayment 14 days prior to arrival and rooms becoming non-refundable, please contact hotel direct for more information)
The pool is sometimes used for swimming lessons (check for times). Guests can still use the pool at these times. Children are welcome to use the swimming pool until 19.30. The outdoor pool is heated and accessible at the weekends throughout the summer months and is weather dependent.
If guests wish to dine in the restaurant for an evening meal dinner reservations are required. Please note that children aged 5 and over will be charged for breakfast and dinner as taken if they are not on an inclusive package.
Guests will be required to present the payment card used to make the reservation upon check in. Failure to present the original card will result in the deposit payment being refunded back to the original card and a new charge being taken from the card presented at the hotel.
If guest wishes to pay with cash, photo ID is required, either a passport or drivers licence. This must be presented alongside the payment card used to reserve the room.
Dogs are only allowed permitted in certain rooms (sea facing and on the garden level), this is subject to availability and by prior arrangement. You must contact the property if you wish to bring a dog; there is an additional charge if you are bringing a dog. Please note that not all room types can accommodate dogs and that dogs are not permitted in areas where food is served or in any of the leisure/pool areas.
Please note that not all room types have balcony access. Please consult the room descriptions.
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