Ansteys Lea 
Barrington Road, Wellswood (Torquay) TQ1 2QJ
This hotel of great warmth and character is situated between Torquay's town centre and marina, and Babbacombe Downs with their magnificent sea views.
The hotel derives its name from the enchanting Ansteys Cove, Torquay, once a smuggler's haven. Ansteys Lea was originally a Victorian gentleman's residence and became a small hotel in 1946. The building’s traditional Victorian ceiling with cornices and roses are a wonderful architectural feature.
The hotel is on the main bus route into Torquay city centre, which takes a matter of minutes. Within 10 minutes’ stroll you can be in Torquay's centre enjoying the Edwardian Pavilion, the lights and the harbour.
Score from 84 reviews
Exceptional
8.4/10
Rooms: 13
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Address: Barrington Road, Wellswood, Torquay TQ1 2QJ 
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What people say
Flexible understanding staff. Ease of parking. On the bus route. Nearby shops and excellent pub. the tv and the view was good. Comfortable bedroom Small Flat screen TV in bedroom, Relatively cheap bar prices by hotel standards. Good choice of drinks in bar. Friendly staff. Well maintained grounds and interior. No pressures from the hotel staff. Quality of breakfast was a little disappointing, quite a long walk into town, especially coming back which is mostly uphill. Seems to cater for large groups of people such as sports clubs, hen parties etc. all reviews »
When we arrived the bathroom carpet was very wet, it took 3 days to dry out and smelt somewhat.
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Ansteys Lea Room information
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Double or Twin Room
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2 |
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GBP 40.00 |
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Please request double or twin when booking.
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Family Suite (2 Adults + 3 Children)
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GBP 110.00 |
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With 2 bedrooms connected by a spacious lounge and dining area for 5 persons. One bedroom has an en suite shower, the other has the family bathroom.
Room Facilities:
TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Heating, Bath
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Family Suite (4 Adults)
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GBP 100.00 |
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With 2 bedrooms connected by a spacious lounge and dining area. There is a kitchenette and both bedrooms have en suite showers.
Room Facilities:
TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Heating, Bath
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Superior Suite - Ground Floor
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GBP 60.00 |
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Ground floor garden rooms, sunny aspect overlooking the hotel garden. Rooms have lounge seating area, kitchenette and large double walk-in shower.
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Toilet
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Single Room
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GBP 28.00 |
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2 rooms are available, 1 has a bath and shower, the other has a walk-in shower.
Room Facilities:
TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Heating, Fax, Bath
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Family Room
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4 |
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GBP 80.00 |
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With 2 interconnecting en suite rooms.
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TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Heating, Bath
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Amenities at Ansteys Lea
Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access
Miscellaneous
Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
General
WiFi everywhere, Parking on-site, Free Parking
Common areas
Garden
Food & Drink
Breakfast is served in the newly refurbished breakfast room and consists of many cereal selections, toast, marmalade, jam, fruit juice, tea, coffee and cooked bacon, sausage and egg.
Hotel information details
The hotel’s main lawn sees the sun for the best part of the day, and is so sheltered that almost anything grows. A well laid out rockery meanders round the lawns.
Important information to guests
The heated outdoor pool is open from June to September.
Information about the area
The nearby village of Wellswood in Torquay has a selection of all kinds of shops, including a supermarket, a cash point, shops, a florist and a pub. A short walk in the other direction takes you to Babbacombe with its famous model village - cited as one of the ‘20 Places In Britain You Must Visit’ by Woman magazine. Babbacombe also has ‘Bygones’ a museum and curiosity shop with a genuine railway engine.
Torquay is the heart of the English Riviera with some of the sunniest weather in England.
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Ansteys Lea is situated in Torquay, 1.2 km from Meadfoot Beach.
Some rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Ansteys Lea features free WiFi throughout the property. A flat-screen TV is available.
Torquay United FC is 1.4 km from Ansteys Lea, while Torre Abbey is 2.6 km from the property. Exeter Airport is 30 km away.
Travelling information
By Public Transport:
From Torquay Railway Station, the hotel is only a short bus or taxi ride away.
By Car:
- Go to Torquay Harbour, then take the road to Babbacombe.
Ansteys Lea Policies
Check-in
14:00 -
Check-out
- 10:30
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo, Maestro (Switch), MasterCard
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 10 per night per person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 2.
Deposit Policy
No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Continental breakfast costs GBP 5 per person per night.
Full English breakfast costs GBP 5 per person per night.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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