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The Somerville

5.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse with free breakfast and a bar

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Suite, Garden View | View from room
Lobby sitting area
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Food court
View from property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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515 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 1HJ
  • Place, Inner Harbour
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Meadfoot Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite (1st Floor) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Junior Suite (1st Floor)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Meadfoot Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Meadfoot Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Garden View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Torquay

The Somerville places you next to Torquay Museum and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Inner Harbour. This 9-room, 5-star guesthouse has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Torquay Marina - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Inner Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Meadfoot Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 8 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burridge's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Hole In The Wall - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Apple & Parrot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Saltwater Fish & Chips - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Clock Tower - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Somerville

Victorian guesthouse with free breakfast and a bar
A local mainstay since 1880, The Somerville offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. There's free parking and limo/town car service. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury guesthouse include free newspapers, a terrace, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and memory foam beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and portable fans are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Somerville?

The Somerville offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to The Somerville?

Located steps from Torquay Museum, this guesthouse is in Torquay, and within a 10-minute walk of Inner Harbour and Torquay Marina. You'll also find Princess Theatre and Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Somerville?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Somerville include a casino on the premises?

No, The Somerville doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Somerville?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is The Somerville good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include a memory foam mattress, a smart TV, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Somerville?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Somerville have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Somerville offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Somerville allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Somerville though service animals are welcome.

Does The Somerville have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Somerville?

The closest major airport to The Somerville is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 28 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Somerville?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a furnished patio where guests can enjoy garden or hill views.

Reviews

The Somerville Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 339 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best long weekend we've had

Had a great stay at the Somerville I can see why it gets such good reviews. Lovely place to stay and just a short walk down to the marina and restaurants. Great hosts really look after you can't give them enough praise. Will definitely be going back for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very comfortable homely, Owners wer lovely, nothing was to much trouble Breakfasts wer amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection.

Fabulous stay from beginning to end. The best breakfast ever. From homemade granola, to piping hot full breakfast, choice of eggs, quality ingredients. In the room bottled water and tea/ coffee etc replenished every day. Helen's home made cake for you to help yourself to when you came back from a day out. Beautiful gardens, friendly, helpful hosts. Excellent location. I would highly recommend this guest house. We were given a suite with a comfy settee. T V in bedroom and lounge. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was superb, breakfast options brilliant. Fabulous rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A perfect place to stay

I genuinely don’t think you could find a better bed and breakfast place to stay. Peter and Helen are such wonderful hosts. Nothing is too much trouble and the breakfast is absolutely fantastic. A real treat and I couldn’t recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely clean rooms, staff friendly and helpful, food is very good Will be going back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Woww is all i can i say about our stay. We had a fabulous night. Peter was just the best host ever. He has a wonderful caring nature and really delivered a wonderful experience. The hotel is gorgeous and probably the best comfortable room we have ever stayed in. To top it all off the breakfast was astounding with a huge selection of continental fare. My cooked English breakfast was beautiful as was my wife's eggs royale. I am so pleased we have found this gem of a place and plan to visit again and again. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful and memorable .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

Peter & Helen were perfect hosts in their beautifully appointed boutique hotel. Quality rooms with a luxury finish. Stunning functional bathroom exceptionally clean and well thought out. Iron & board hairdryer sweets cookies tea & coffee provided. Also there were 2 TV’s & a fan! Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peter and Helen are excellent hosts with nothing being to much trouble to enhance your stay. Breakfast is superb great quality food great choice, and a added bonus of the charming Paul there to serve it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay, lovely welcome from the host. Cozy quiet room, with a tasty breakfast to wake up to! Will definitely be staying over again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay for a theatre show
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem of a place!

Stayed for three nights. Peter is a great host, meeting us on arrival to welcome us in. Two beautiful rooms / a bedroom and small lounge, with a recently refurbished and very stylist shower room. Tasteful decor with a large comfortable bed and good quality bed linen. All very clean. Beautifully prepared breakfast, with plenty of fresh fruit, cereals plus a good choice of cooked too. The Somerville is just a 10 minute walk down to the sea front. Torquay museum is a 5 minute walk. An excellent place to visit. The Hole in the Wall is a lovely old pub serving great food and only 7 minute walk down the hill. I can highly recommend a stay at the Somerville!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel brilliant, Peter and Helen lovely, breakfast excellent . Lovely room. Had a brilliant week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location owners very helpful and very obliging
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcomed on arrival by Peter very nice knowledgeable guy.Rooms spotless and big nothing too much trouble nice breakfast in the morning .Thanks all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay.

Excellent host.Wonderful breakfast. Brilliant on site parking .Lovely,large room and en suite.Convenient position. Maybe needs abit of extra dusting on ornate furniture in bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary/Birthday

A lovely break great host’s with Peter giving us plenty of ideas to visit local attractions and restaurants. Breakfast menu great spoiled for choice. Parking on site very handy town all within walking distance that’s a bonus. Room adequate cleaned every day in all can’t go wrong give it ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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