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The Downs Babbacombe

Torbay, Torbay

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Perfect for nature loversOnly 820 m to Babbacombe Beach and 2.2 km to Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 1.1 km to Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and 3.9 km to Living Coasts

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 3.8 km to Torre Station and 4.5 km to Torquay Station

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4.3/5

GoodFrom 20 reviews

5.0/531 Jan 2026

Sarah

Friendly staff and nice breakfast.

5.0/512 Dec 2025

Peter • Couple Trip

We arrived late after a mechanical issue with our car. We called ahead to advise Ed that we would be late. He fully understood and when we did arrive was greeted with a smile. Breakfast was very good, room very comfortable.

5.0/521 Apr 2025

Peter

The hotel is good with a queen size bed and overlooks the seafront. However it is a lot more exxpensive than the hotel next door. We didnt have a breakfast as they only serve until 9.15am

5.0/57 Nov 2023

Barbara • Couple Trip

Perfect place to stay in our first visit to Babbacome. It’s a friendly lovely place we can’t recommend it enough. Friendly helpful staff and owners. Breakfast fabulous. We would definitely stay there again.

5.0/523 Sep 2019

Verified traveler • Solo Trip

Very warm welcome, super breakfast, comfy bed and beautiful view

5.0/517 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Only here for one night but everything was perfect, stunning views of the English Riviera

5.0/529 Jul 2019

Paul • Others

Beautiful room with balcony overlooking Babbacombe Bay. Breakfast to die for and varied selection and very friendly staff. Very dog friendly and amenable. Ed the owner (also) Chef very pleasant. We will have a return visit. Paul & Pat Bidgood.

5.0/526 Jul 2019

Elliott

Very Clean and friendly. Lovely views.

5.0/520 Jun 2019

John

Really homely feel to the place and extremely welcoming. The shower didn’t have much power but that would just need a new head or setting change. Overall it was a very pleasant stay

5.0/57 Jun 2019

Dennis

Only stayed one night - But had no problems from checking into checking out - Meals were well priced - Used the Council Car park at rear of hotel would recommend £8 for twenty four hours - Very Good location to get to Torquay Paignton and Brixham

5.0/523 Apr 2019

Verified traveler • Family Trip

Excellent location, great staff, wonderful breakfast , super overall

4.0/521 Jul 2024

Geoffrey • Couple Trip

Lovely position with great views over the bay, room was small but had everything we needed, breakfast was fantastic!

4.0/512 Sep 2023

Michelle • Couple Trip

Great location near to the beach, shops bars and restaurants. Regular buses into local areas. Extremely helpful staff who were happy to help with anything. We didn’t eat at the hotel but breakfast and evening meals were available with a well stocked bar. The steps to the room were steep but we were informed about them before we arrived and were happy with our choice. Room dated and very small but had a beautiful view and all the usual commodities. Clean and tidy. Unfortunately, the mattress was uncomfortable which meant we didn’t sleep well.

4.0/519 Jul 2019

Dave • Couple Trip

Nice little place. Good breakfast comfy bed and great views

4.0/528 Jun 2019

Wendy • Couple Trip

Great weekend break. Excellent position on the sea front. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Made our dog very welcome.

4.0/515 Apr 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

We had a one night stay whilst visiting Babbacombe Theatre (only 100yards away) so very convenient. Like the Theatre, the hotel is right on the sea front and has fantastic views of the coast. We had a double room at the back of the hotel so no views but it was functional which was all we needed (and also good value for money). Breakfast was included with plenty of choice on the menu. Friendly and welcoming staff.

3.0/510 Sep 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

I think the word is consistency. Somethings are really good others not so good. If they were to spend money on the not so good the Downs would be Excellent. It was very cluttered. My husband is blind and for a person with no sight it was an assault cause. Stair lift on the stairs. Running machine in the back entrance tables and chairs in every corridor. The bed was 2 3ft beds pushed together which isn’t exactly what was promised we were told a large bed. The sink in our bathroom wasn’t fit for purpose. Too small to wash in more water on the floor than the sink. My husband really enjoyed his Omelette he had for breakfast, but the bacon was smoked and my boiled egg was watery and undercooked. Neither to my taste the bread used for toast was thin tasteless and clearly cheap bread. Personally it needs to be de cluttered, the bacon should be unsmoked as used in every single other hotel I have ever stayed in and offer a good selection of toast for breakfast white bloomer, seeded, granary. All of which aren’t expensive and would leave a much better customer experience in my opinion.

3.0/531 May 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

We stayed at this property for two nights and I have to say that the view from our bedroom window was beautiful. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was excellent. However I would be doing a disservice to both the owners of the property and the guests of the future if I did not state a very important fact. We were in room 4 and this was located on the first floor sandwiched between the ground floor and the second floor. As we had a long drive tiredness had taken over and we were into bed at around 1030 pm. which was when the creaking from the ceiling started. I believe the people upstairs had just begun the night and there was non stop squeaking and creaking as they walked in and about their bedroom. This was not necessarily their fault but this went on and on as I tried to sleep in vain. It got so annoying that I wished I could run downstairs and ask to be given a different room but it was too late for that as most b&bs do not have a 24 hour reception, but there was I tossing in my bed till 230am in the morning. At 3am Out of desperation I turned on the extractor fan in the bathroom to drown the noise and finally got a little sleep. I would not be running back to the hotel although it has a lot of good things as sleep is probably the most important of them and if a hotel can deny you that, then I would reconsider where I would be staying.

2.0/528 Aug 2025

Lorraine • Couple Trip

When we arrived there was no staff to check us in we had to wait until someone turned up me and my husband both have bad backs and we had to climb 2 flights of stairs we won’t be going back there

2.0/521 Jul 2019

Gordon • Couple Trip

Good points, view, comfortable bed, berries at breakfast, refurbished bathroom with nice toiletry products, easy free parking in local roads. The bad, was told it was a 6' bed it was 5', the room described as compact (we had a phone call before to tell us) it was tiny and no where to sit inside. Breakfast served only between 8.30 and 9.15, we got down at about 8.40 first day and got served at about 9, the second day we were down at 8.35 and got served at 9.10, the lady serving was run off her feet and did apologise for the wait due to a full house. We could hear every sound from adjoining room, which meant they could probably also hear us.The place is very tired, our room (11) really does need a good decoration and was overpriced for what we paid. We were disappointed with the general condition of the hotel I know the hotel has numerous accolades but the above views are honestly held.

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Seafront, 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, GB

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Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:30 PM-9:00 PM

Check-out10:00 AM

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are NOT available.

There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival. 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.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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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.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

About The Downs Babbacombe

The Downs Babbacombe Location
Located in Torquay (Babbacombe), The Downs Babbacombe is within a 10-minute walk of Babbacombe Beach and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens. This beach bed & breakfast is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Bygones Victorian Museum and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves.

The Downs Babbacombe Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

The Downs Babbacombe Rooms
Stay in one of 12 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
Grab a bite to eat at the bed & breakfast's bistro, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).

Room Type and Price

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 - Thu, 13 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children