Anchorage Hotel

Hotels
Independent
7.8 (136 reviews)
Aveland Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, England, TQ1 3PT , Torquay , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful Staff
Good Location
Cons:
Food Quality Issues
Cleanliness Concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.35
Some reviews noted that the carpet was stained, but overall cleanliness was acceptable.
Service
8.35
Staff was frequently mentioned as lovely, helpful, and attentive.
Location
8.35
The hotel is well-located for theatre and other attractions.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms were described as clean and spacious, though some were noted as dated.
Amenities
7.85
Good spa facilities were mentioned, though some amenities like the steam room were not working.
Value for Money
7.65
Overall good value noted, especially for the full board package.
Food and Beverage
7.35
Food quality varied, with both positives and negatives mentioned.
Overall Experience
7.85
Overall enjoyable experiences reported, with several return visitors planned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 08:37

Property Description

Relax by the Pool and Garden in this charming hotel located in Torquay. Enjoy the complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance available during your stay.

Dine and Unwind with a meal at the restaurant and room service options. End your day with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge.

Start Your Day Right with a complimentary English breakfast served daily. The hotel also offers dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and free self-parking.

Discover the beauty of Torquay from the convenience of Anchorage Hotel, situated just minutes away from popular attractions. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: EXT

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Pets

    Service animals are allowed

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 136 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.35
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 7.65
Food and Beverage: 7.35
Overall Experience: 7.85
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Gaychris Couples
6
Xmas stay
Pros:

Stayed ere for xmas with a coach trip 23rd dec to 27th.the room was ok shower ok. Entertainment was good each nite there was nothing 2 do in the day thought they would have had bingo but on boxing day 1 of the coach drivers done it
The food was not good at all and cottage pie or fish chicken but the xmas dinner was lovely staff lovely expecially christina she was very nice .we wouldnt go bk to this hotel again only good thing to say about it that it was lovely and warm .

2025-12-27 via Tripadvisor
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Helen896 NONE Gloucester, Cotswolds, England
8
Anchorage Hotel
Pros:

Overall good experience and value for money. Staff were lovely. Cleanliness good on the whole but the carpet in our bedroom was very stained.

2025-12-17 via Tripadvisor
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D3398DBjanec Family Torquay, English Riviera, Devon, England
10
A Wonderful Festive Birthday Treat.
Pros:

What a fabulous Festive Afternoon tea with the family to celebrate our mums 94th Birthday. We had a wonderful tea with prosecco, scones, plus lots of other lovely savouries and sweets. Thank you to the hotel and the thoughtful and attentive staff for such a memorable birthday for mum.

2025-12-16 via Tripadvisor
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nicw1 Business
8
Busy Weekend
Pros:

The team looked after my party in a quiet and efficient manner overall. Room was clean and recently refurbished. Was amazed that I had no noise pollution despite being immediately next to the Lift! Food for my event was excellent and served efficiently. Well done team Anchorage!

2025-12-09 via Tripadvisor
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shorle336288 NONE
8
Awesome
Pros:

Great stay ,brilliant staff good food and cosy room well done to you all will be back ,shame the steam room wasn't working but otherwise fantastic spa big 👍

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
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stevehW2912QL Couples
10
Awesome
Pros:

Excellent staff very helpful and accommodating, extra mention for Daisy big thank you, very warm welcome and helped us to the Spa which was fantastic and relaxing.
Meals are good and the self service buffet was delicious well done the chief 👌, Rooms are very clean and well stocked with teas & coffees .
Will definitely be back well done all keep up the good work and again Thanks all of you for making our stay very enjoyable .

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
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gwheel152647 NONE
10
stay
Pros:

excellent stay,great location for the theatre .friendly staff,great breakfast.would definitely stay again.

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
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douglasbottomley NONE
10
Brilliant Hotel
Pros:

We returned to this hotel for a second 2 night stay. We are returning again before Christmas.
Excellent value.

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
7
73joannee Friends getaway
10
Friends weekend away.
Pros:

My friends and myself have just spent the weekend at this hotel taking advantage of their £45 full board package. We had a wonderful time. Our room was lovely, the staff were polite and helpful and we enjoyed lovely food. We also took advantage of the sauna, jacuzzi and my brave friend swam in the outdoor pool. We enjoyed entertainment every evening. Thank you to all the staff and Daisy the Assistant Manager. Looking forward to my return in January. Well done.

2025-11-23 via Tripadvisor
7
795antonym Friends getaway
10
Had a really nice stay very friendly helpfully staff( Daisy on reception was very helpful with anything you needed! Al
Pros:

Great place nice and quiet location
Staff wre all very helpful and friendly
Room was clean and comfortable
Food was all good buffet breakfast was really good as much ad you cam eat filled us up till dinner time
Spa facilities wre very good and very quiet which was nice had a great couple of days !

2025-11-23 via Tripadvisor
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SusieQP8 Couples Staffordshire, England
10
Excellent stay
Pros:

Had a great stay with a coach trip (Leons) as others have said, maybe a little dated in the rooms but really clean and spacious. Plenty of cupboard and drawer space.
Food was very good, breakfast buffet with everything you could want.
Evening meal , although not a huge menu we found something every night that we thoroughly enjoyed and service was excellent.
My hairdryer broke and I phoned Reception and had one bought to my door in less than 5 minutes.
Will definitely return, well done all staff

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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naomihK6632ES Solo travel
10
Would recommend!!
Pros:

As a gift for my 24th birthday I had a voucher for a rejuvenating facial with a cream tea and 2 hours spa access. Katie welcomed me at reception and gave me a tour round the spa. She explained everything to me and made me feel comfortable with the space.

The cream tea was delish with a generous helping of cream (the best bit)!!

The facial was so relaxing, Katie explained each product to me and the benefits of it for my skin. I would recommend her as a beauty therapist to anyone. Her kindness and professionalism made my experience a 10/10 ❤️🫶🏻

The spa is clean and modern and I had some much needed me time

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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royboy72025 NONE Bournemouth, Dorset, England
8
Dated but homely
Pros:

Great value for money needs renovation but still very homely. Good location and great entertainment hot tub was nice touch.

2025-11-16 via Tripadvisor
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Sharon22222 Couples
8
Would definitely go again
Pros:

Lovely staff, really friendly, excellent food, really good portions, nice room with bath and hairdryer and comfy bed, entertainment and bar with sensible prices and happy hour. Cafe as well.

2025-11-06 via Tripadvisor
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lindabW1588SV NONE
8
Local stay to celebrate a milestone birthday
Pros:

We wanted a local hotel stay to celebrate a special birthday for my partner who is not in the best of health. We were not able to travel far so booked here as it is very close to my home. We thought it offered very good value for money and we hope to return soon. It is a lovely location close to the parks and downs.

2025-11-06 via Tripadvisor
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helendG7150MP NONE
10
Midweek get away
Pros:

This hotel is great value for money.
It is a little older, but found everything really clean.
We went for the buffet meals over the a la carte, and it was lovely.
Particularly enjoyed the sauna, and the massive jacket potatoes at lunch.
All staff were very friendly and helpful.

2025-11-05 via Tripadvisor
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Beckyplumm NONE Folkestone, Kent, England
8
Lovely hotel
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay, the staff are friendly, the breakfast is good value, the bed was comfy and was in an ideal location to visit our friends in Babbacombe 😊

2025-11-04 via Tripadvisor
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mpacka809216 NONE
8
Great location for Babbacombe theatre shows
Pros:

A warm welcome and probably the best value breakfast anywhere we have ever stayed!! The hotel is a little tired in some communal areas but the room and beds comfortable.

2025-11-03 via Tripadvisor
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VictoriaP122 NONE Birmingham, West Midlands, England
6
Lovely stay
Pros:

Very dog friendly with welcoming staff. A great location for walks on the doorstep. Our room was in need of a refurb but I think they are working their way around the hotel doing this at the moment. Nice to be able to use the jacuzzi and what food we did eat in the hotel was good.

2025-11-02 via Tripadvisor
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allannal2017 Friends getaway
2
Could do better.
Pros:

Hotel looked ok from the outside hen we arrived, but went to book in and was given a room which was dirty and carpet was all broken, chairs were full of dust and needed cleaning. Bed looked clean, but the bathroom needed a lot of attention... no glasses for your toothbrush and toothpaste, plus there was a shower which was leaking.
The room needed a thorough cleaning.
The food .... Breakfast was not to bad, cereal, toast, juice, and some bacon, sausage,beans or tomatoes, fried egg, scrambled egg, hash browns, but when it cam to evening meal absolutely terrible.
No taste to anything, fish every night or one type of meat but only one slice. No boiled pots either chips or toasties. We went on a turkey and tinsel break, supposed to have had Xmas Dinner, we had one slice of turkey, one pig in blanket without the bacon, raw cabbage, cauliflower cheese which was not cooked and roast pots with gravy... disgusting, ther was no end of complaints. Would definitely not be returning. Every evening meal was problem, whoever the chef was needed to learn how to cook and learn about hygiene, the way he was dressed was not what a chef would wear, no hairnet, no gloves, tattoos all up hs arms not at all what you want to see when you are being served a meal.
The bar staff were really lovely, just s shame about the rest of the hotel.

2025-10-31 via Tripadvisor