• Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Bathtub
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping

Decorated in Mediterranean style and built in 1866, this hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the center of Torquay and offers stunning bay views, large bright rooms, swimming pools and a health club. The Imperial Hotel sits on top of a cliff and overlooks Torquay and the yachts on the water. The beach, Torre Abbey and English Riviera Center are all within walking distance. This 4-star hotel offers a gym, spa, sun loungers, sauna and hot tub. Squash and tennis courts are available, and massages and treatments can be booked. Exquisite cuisine is served in the AA-rosette Regatta restaurant, which also offers fine wines and panoramic views of Torbay. Light snacks are available in the conservatory and Britannia Bar. Rooms are bright and airy, and have seating areas with armchairs and coffee tables.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Brownsword Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Brownsword Hotels

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Torquay, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.2
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.1
Low score for Torquay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Becky
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The view was amazing, The staff were very helpful and fun. I had never been to Torquay, but the town was charming. The hotel a perfect setting.
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All the staff are amazing and accommodating, the hotel itself is fantastic , a little tired in places , but this adds to its character and it's location is superb, with beautiful sea views and a short walk into the centre of Torquay itself.
  • Kimberley
    Taiwan Taiwan
    It’s an old hotel that has a lot of personal memories for me. The views across the bay are unparalleled. 50 years ago this hotel was high class and iconic. Today that has faded, and it is not the 5 star hotel of yesteryear, but it still has...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Regatta
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Imperial Torquay

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £8.50 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoor
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – indoor
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash The Imperial Torquay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a smart-casual dress code in the hotel restaurant.

When booking 10 rooms or more, or 10 room nights or more, different policies and rules will apply. (Such as prepayment 14 days prior to arrival and rooms becoming nonrefundable, please contact hotel direct for more information)

The pool is sometimes used for swimming lessons (check for times). Guests can still use the pool at these times. Children are welcome to use the swimming pool until 18:00. Indoor pool and gym slots need to be pre-booked and are time limited. The outdoor pool is heated and accessible at the weekends throughout the summer months and is weather dependent.

If guests wish to dine in the restaurant for an evening meal dinner reservations are required. Please note that children aged 5 and over will be charged for breakfast and dinner as taken if they are not on an inclusive package.

Guests will be required to present the payment card used to make the reservation upon check in. Failure to present the original card will result in the deposit payment being refunded back to the original card and a new charge being taken from the card presented at the hotel.

If guest wishes to pay with cash, photo ID is required, either a passport or drivers license. This must be presented alongside the payment card used to reserve the room.

Dogs are only allowed permitted in certain rooms (sea facing and on the garden level), this is subject to availability and by prior arrangement. You must contact the property if you wish to bring a dog; there is an additional charge if you are bringing a dog. Please note that not all room types can accommodate dogs and that dogs are not permitted in areas where food is served or in any of the leisure/pool areas.

Please note that not all room types have balcony access. Please consult the room descriptions.

FAQs about The Imperial Torquay

  • Room options at The Imperial Torquay include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Suite

  • Yes, The Imperial Torquay is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at The Imperial Torquay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 650 feet from The Imperial Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Imperial Torquay is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Imperial Torquay is 2,150 feet from the center of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Imperial Torquay has 1 restaurant:

    • Regatta

  • The Imperial Torquay offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Swimming pool
    • Locker rooms
    • Beauty services
    • Beach
    • Facial treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness