The Caledonian Torbay Hotel

Hotels
Bespoke Hotels
8 (182 reviews)
Torbay Road , Torquay , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Kid meals
Evening entertainment
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Clean and spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Great value for money
Cons:
Poor breakfast quality
Issues with cleanliness
Staff training needed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Some comments noted the room was dusty and dirty bath.
Service
7.8
Mixed reviews on service; some were friendly while others mentioned poor staff response.
Location
9.34
Many reviews praised the location as ideal and central.
Room Quality
8.29
Rooms were spacious, but issues with shower and temperature noted.
Amenities
7.32
Lack of swimming pool and issues with the lift mentioned.
Value for Money
8.28
Many felt it was a good value, especially for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
6.83
Mixed feedback on breakfast quality and selection.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall a good experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 06:22

Property Description

Stunning Harbour Views and Entertainment

Enjoy breathtaking harbour views at the Torbay Hotel in the heart of Torquay. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind at one of the two vibrant bars. Live entertainment awaits you, adding a touch of excitement to your stay.

Comfortable Rooms and Modern Amenities

Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each room is designed for your comfort with convenient amenities like a hairdryer, telephone, and tea/coffee facilities.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Explore the charming town of Torquay with ease as the hotel is just a short stroll from local shops and cafés. Discover the beauty of South Devon with attractions like Paignton, Brixham, and Totnes a short drive away. Book your stay now and experience the best of Torquay at the Torbay Hotel.

Important information:

There is limited secure car parking at a nearby car park at a surcharge of GBP 6.00 per day. Parking spaces cannot be guaranteed or pre-booked. Public street parking and a number of pay & display car parks are is also available nearby.

Please note when booking 5 rooms or more, different terms and conditions will apply.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 182 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 7.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 7.32
Value for Money: 8.28
Food and Beverage: 6.83
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Claire family_with_children gb
8
Cheap and cheerful.
Pros:

Amazing value and great location. Staff were friendly and room was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Breakfast was awful. We took one look and decided to go to Wetherspoons. I wouldn't let this put you off as it's so cheap to stay there that you can either eat the awful brekkie or go elsewhere.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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janet solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

I loved the location, very close to the princess theatre. The breakfast was very good and it was good to have entertainment at the hotel

Cons:

The bathroom had marks on the wall which could have been removed

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
J
John family_with_children gb
8
Dated but value for money
Pros:

Close to the theatre, beach and carpark all within just a few minutes walk.
Good value for money.
Breakfast ok although replenishing the cooked breakfast was a little slow
Bedroom was clean and in good order

Cons:

The whole place needed a makeover. It had character but generally it was all a little dated, with chipped paint and so on.

The double bed was just that, a double rather than king-sized which is the norm in places like Premier Inn.

There is only one lift that holds 4 people so the queue for it was often long.

The guy on reception was somewhat unprofessional passing comments that could be misconstrued as insults.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Zohreh couple gb
9
It was excellent
Pros:

I really liked everything about this hotel. The staff were very friendly and excellent. The breakfast was very good and fresh, and the location was perfect and close to everything.

Cons:

Honestly, there was nothing I didn’t like

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Ashley couple gb
10
2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
5
This is a Hotel that could offer so much more. Lacks quality.
Pros:

The room was comfortable and clean

Cons:

The Hotel looks tired and in need of refurbishment, The room was too hot and no means of cooling it, not even opening the windows. The room was not serviced on one of the days because the staff dont work on Wednesdays. The catering staff in the restaurant looked generally uninterested in what they were there for.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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stuart solo_traveller gb
9
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Yana family_with_children gb
8
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Philip family_with_children gb
10
Philc
Pros:

Friendly warm and spacious

Cons:

Only one small slow lift

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
R
Roberts family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Mostly friendly staff and great location

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
M
Michael family_with_children gb
9
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Simon solo_traveller gb
8
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
G
Graham family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

A pity there isn't a car park with the hotal.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
M
matthew couple gb
9
brilliant
Pros:

The Caledonia Torbay Hotel is very good the staff are very good we do like it there at the moment we are down there every fortnight

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
A
Andrew family_with_children gb
9
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
R
Rachael family_with_children gb
4
Pros:

The entertainment

Cons:

Room and food.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
S
Stephen couple gb
10
Pros:

Very clean and everyone was really friendly

Cons:

It was all good

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
D
David family_with_children gb
8
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
A
Adrian couple gb
8
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Matt family_with_children gb
5
2026-03-05 via Nuitee