The Imperial Torquay

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Lounge
Sauna, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Reception
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Park Hill Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 2DG
  • Place, Torquay Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Inner Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 209 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Sea View Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 235 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View (Balcony or Terrace)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 362 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 486 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 134 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Sea View Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Located in Torquay City Centre, The Imperial Torquay is adjacent to Beacon Cove and within a 10-minute stroll of Torquay Marina. This 152-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Torquay Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Inner Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Meadfoot Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 8 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Offshore Bar and Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Otto Kitchen Pizza Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Apple & Parrot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Burridge's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Clock Tower - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Imperial Torquay

Victorian hotel with a full-service spa and a health club
At The Imperial Torquay, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. Self parking is offered for GBP 10.00 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and desks are also standard.
An outdoor tennis court and a health club are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club or fitness facility.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Imperial Health Club. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Regatta Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 205 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 per night
  • Spa fee: GBP 10 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Imperial Torquay
Imperial Hotel Torquay
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Imperial Torquay Hotel
Torquay Hotel Imperial
Torquay Imperial
Torquay Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel Torquay
The Imperial Torquay Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Imperial Torquay?

The Imperial Torquay offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near The Imperial Torquay?

This hotel is situated in Torquay City Centre, just steps from Beacon Cove, and within a 10-minute walk of Inner Harbour and Torquay Marina. You'll also find Princess Theatre and Meadfoot Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Imperial Torquay?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 10.00 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at The Imperial Torquay?

Imperial Health Club is the hotel's spa and services include body wraps, Ayurvedic treatments, mani/pedis, and massages.

Does The Imperial Torquay have a casino?

No, The Imperial Torquay doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Imperial Torquay?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Imperial Torquay?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Imperial Torquay have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does The Imperial Torquay have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Imperial Torquay serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Regatta Restaurant.

Will The Imperial Torquay allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Imperial Torquay for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night.

Does The Imperial Torquay have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Imperial Torquay?

The closest major airport to The Imperial Torquay is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 28 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Imperial Torquay?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy sea or hill views.

Does The Imperial Torquay host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Imperial Torquay.

The Imperial Torquay Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly. Room clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big old hotel, lots of facilities including a nice leisure club. Great dinner in the restaurant overlooking the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
On arrival, no one was at reception, with no bell or other way to let staff know we were there, kept waiting for up to 5 minutes, this might seem petty but it's not what I would expect from a five-star hotel on arrival. The hotel was clean throughout although it does seem to be suffering from a faded grandeur. Our bedroom was clean, with a balcony which was great on an evening with a glass of wine watching the lights around the bay. The bed was very soft and needed replacing and seemed to be a small double? The bathroom shower needed updating although it was adequate for our needs. After showering I had to open a window (no extractor fan), and the window frame was black with mould! The water pressure in the taps was dreadful sometimes it was just a trickle. One evening at the bar the member of staff serving didn't know how to open a bottle of wine with a cork!! The hotel seemed to be running on minimum staff. It definitely needs modernisation, and the outside is starting to look grim. I would still recommend the hotel (just), but without a programme of investment I worry over the future of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew, Exeter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, lovely old building, great sea views.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first room we had was less than spotless after bringing attention to it, we were upgraded to a bigger more pleasant room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel shows it's age, like a classic car. The staff are excellent. I particularly enjoyed the pool and spa area, again well passed it in age, it is comfortable and well run by attentive staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

G

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room and hotel in general a little neglected, wardrobe in room 121 had a terrible smell inside, so was unusable for clothes storage. Reported on leaving. Food was poor and overpriced for the quality. 3 course from set menu, one glass of wine and some sparkling water was around £56. Breakfast was overpriced for quality, very greasy and fatty limited cooked selection. Would not recommend in current condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

david

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hi sorry for the delay, my husband and i had a lovely stay at your hotel. Everything about your hotel was Excellent, very clean, the hotel staff everyone we meet was very helpful and courteous. Thank you, kind regards.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious room, fantastic location for exploring torquay and the beaches, beautiful hotel and lovely peaceful bright swimming pool, I'll definitely book again when im next in Torquay (usually for a show)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Everything was top notch, couldnt fault anything.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel clean inside, but externally shabby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wallace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel good location and breakfast is the best in Torquay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Period features , twin room nicely laid out, great lication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and a fabulous rate on a Sunday night. Great facilities to enjoy too and being just a few minutes walk down to the harbour a lovely location. The buffet breakfast was excellent with an enormous selection. A return visit is already on the cards !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wallace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

K

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really good value for money Breakfast was fab
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew, Exeter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sea view is amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room. Pleasantly staff. Massive hotel. Very well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
breakfast at the Imperial is always good , a very varied buffet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025