Property Desc:Property Location With a stay at The Grand Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Torquay, a 9-minute walk from Riviera International Conference Centre and 12 minutes by foot from Princess Theatre. This beach hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Paignton Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens.
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 132 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Dining For lunch or dinner, stop by Restaurant 1881, a restaurant that specializes in British cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. This hotel has 4 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Corbyn Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Torre Abbey Sands - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Torre Abbey - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Cockington Country Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Riviera International Conference Centre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Institute Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Princess Theatre - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Torquay Marina - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Inner Harbour - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Torquays Dinosaur World - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Hollicombe Beach - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Torquay Museum - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Preston Beach - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Little Theatre - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Torquay United FC - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
The preferred airport for The Grand Hotel is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 43.6 km / 27.1 mi
Renovation
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 8 2025 to February 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
- One of the swimming pools
- Fitness facilities
- Spa
- Spa/Beauty services
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
- Bar/Lounge
- Dining venue(s)
The property will be renovating from October 1 2025 to December 14 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
- One of the swimming pools
- Fitness facilities
The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
- Bar/lounge
- Dining venue(s)
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
Spoken Languages
English
Know Before You Go:
- The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
- Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Fees:
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
- Covered self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
- Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (33 ft away)
- Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Checkin Instructions:
- 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
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Special Checkin Instructions:
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Checkin Time:
3:00 PM
Checkin End Time:
midnight
Checkin Minimum Age:
18
Checkout Time:
11:00 AM