The Downs, Babbacombe Hotel - Torquay

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The Downs, Babbacombe Hotel - Torquay
Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LN·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Highest Rated
Location9.8
Staff9.5
Value for money8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Free WiFi7.5
Who stays here
Couples88%
Groups8%
Families4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Highest Rated
Location9.8
Staff9.5
Value for money8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Free WiFi7.5
Who stays here
Couples88%
Groups8%
Families4%

4 Star GOLD Guest Accommodation overlooking Babbacombe Bay, Torquay

Accommodations

The Downs, Babbacombe offers 4-star Gold-rated rooms with panoramic sea view balconies in select accommodations. The Downs Hotel Babbacombe provides family rooms that sleep up to eight guests, with high-quality linens and toiletries in all rooms. The Downs, Babbacombe Torquay also offers pet-friendly rooms with dedicated dog bowls and access to outdoor seating areas.

Dining

Guests receive an award-winning breakfast prepared with locally sourced ingredients, including homemade omelettes and gluten-free options. The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free choices, plus a special kids' buffet. The bar offers local drinks, wine, and champagne, with a dedicated lounge bar for evening relaxation.

Location & Attractions

Babbacombe Downs hotel sits directly on the beachfront with panoramic views of Babbacombe Bay and is less than 1 km from Oddicombe Beach. The Downs Babbacombe is a short walk from Babbacombe Model Village, Babbacombe Theatre, and St Marychurch Shopping Precinct. The property has convenient street parking and is 41 km from Exeter International Airport.

Pet-Friendly Amenities

The Downs, Babbacombe Torquay welcomes dogs with dedicated pet bowls and allows pets in dining spaces. The hotel provides a pet-friendly environment with outdoor furniture and a terrace for owners and their dogs. Guests can enjoy packed lunches and room service while keeping pets comfortable.

Services & Awards

The Downs, Babbacombe won the Gold Award in the Bed & Breakfast, Guest House & Inn of the Year category at The South Devon Tourism & Hospitality Awards. The hotel offers a concierge service, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping with personalized attention from owners Kate and Ed Wood. Board games, a shared lounge/TV area, and CCTV security are available for all guests.

  • Awards: 4 Star GOLD Guest Accommodation, South Devon B&B of the Year 2013
  • Breakfast: Locally sourced award-winning breakfast with gluten-free options
  • Rooms: Panoramic sea view balconies, family suites up to eight guests
  • Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with bowls, allowed in dining spaces
  • Location: Beachfront, 1 km from Oddicombe Beach
  • Dining: Traditional British restaurant with vegan and dairy-free menus
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:30-21:00
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:11
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Rooms and availability

Compact Second Floor Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Handicap parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Hiking

Canoeing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
  • Bowling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Aqua park
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Downs, Babbacombe Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 116 £
📏 Distance to centre 2.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport 42.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Exeter International, EXT

Location

Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LN
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Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LN
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Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ1 3LN
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Hampton Avenue Babbacombe
Babbacombe Model Village
560 m
TorquayEngland
Babbacombe
270 m
Walls Hill Road Babbacombe
Babbacombe & Oddicombe
390 m
Train Station
Babbacombe Cliff Railway
330 m
Restaurant
Angels Tea Rooms
40 m
Restaurant
The Buccaneer Inn
20 m
Restaurant
The Babbacombe Bay Cafe
40 m
Restaurant
Royal Carvery
50 m
Restaurant
Hamiltons Club
150 m
Restaurant
Drakes Fish & Chip Shop
200 m
Restaurant
Margo's Cafe & Lounge
200 m
Restaurant
Himalaya Restaurant
290 m
Restaurant
Route 16
280 m
Restaurant
Labrows Bistro Bar
260 m

Reviews of The Downs, Babbacombe Hotel

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FAQ about The Downs, Babbacombe

Which popular attractions are located near the The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel?
Staying at the The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel, guests can visit Torquay Musuem (2 km from the property), Torquay's Dinosaur World (approximately a 25-minute stroll from it) and Babbacombe Cliff Railway (350 meters away), among others.
Which landmarks are closest to The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel?
Guests of The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel can visit Babbacombe Theatre (not too far from the accommodation), or Babbacombe Model Village placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
The hotel offers parking spaces, located nearby.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit the highly rated café Angels Tea Rooms-9/10 according to reviews-or Hamiltons Club, which is popular for its British dishes and is placed nearly a 5-minute stroll away.
Can I eat breakfast at the The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast.
What is check-in and check-out time at The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast?
Guests of The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast can check in from 15:30 to 21:00 and check out from 10:00.
What are the booking prices at the 4-star The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel?
The prices at the 4-star The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel start from $164.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
Payment methods in the hotel include:
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • American Express
What kinds of rooms does the 4-star The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel offer?
The 4-star The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast hotel offers such room types as Standard Twin Room, Standard Double Room, and Small Double Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast?
Most rooms of the 4-star The Downs, Babbacombe Bed & Breakfast include a private balcony and a seating area as well as a flat-screen television.
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