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The Downs, Babbacombe
Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay (Torquay) TQ1 3LN

Boasting spectacular views over Babbacombe Downs and Lyme Bay, all the way to Portland Bill, this family-run residence is set in Babbacombe, a small village within the town of Torquay. Awarded 4 stars Gold by Visit Britain and the AA, The Downs, Babbacombe have also received breakfast and dinner awards. The B&B features 12 en suite rooms, 8 of which enjoy a balcony with fantastic views over the surroundings. It also provides a fully licensed lounge-bar and a restaurant with a comfortable snug area. Welcoming families, couples and singles of all ages, The Downs at Babbacombe offers a friendly atmosphere in which you can relax and enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep to ready you for the next day. Please note there is no lift and all rooms are on the first and second floor.

Score from 36 reviews
Superb

8.8/10

Rooms: 15

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Address: Seafront, 41-43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, Torquay TQ1 3LN map

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What people say

Good welcome and friendly. Breakfast was excellent. Rooms clean and comfortable. Bar area was good for a nightcap. Water pressure in shower could have been better.

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The Downs, Babbacombe Room information

Room Type	Max	from
En Suite Double Room [Room Information]	2	from GBP 80.00	Search
Room Facilities: Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Heating, Hairdryer, Bath
En Suite Twin/Double Room With Sea View & Balcony [Room Information]	2	from GBP 80.00	Search
Please specify upon booking if you would like a double or twin beds. Room Facilities: TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Balcony
En Suite Family Room (Triple) [Room Information]	2	from GBP 100.00	Search
The price quoted is for 2 adults and 1 child (A child is classed as 2-12 years) Any other combination will incur additional costs. Room Facilities: TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Bath
En Suite Family Room (Quad) [Room Information]	2	from GBP 120.00	Search
This room can accomadate 2 adults and 2 children. The price quoted is for 2 adults and 2 children. (A child is classed as 2-12 years) Any other combination will incur additional costs. Room Facilities: TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Bath

Amenities at The Downs, Babbacombe

Transportation

Street parking

Services

Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Shoe Shine, Room Service, Packed Lunches, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access, Fax/Photocopying, Breakfast in the Room

Pools and wellness

Beach front

Miscellaneous

Pet bowls, Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, Designated Smoking Area, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking

General

WiFi everywhere, Terrace, Restaurant, Pets Allowed, Parking , Non-Smoking Rooms, Luggage Storage, Heating, Gay Friendly, Family Rooms, Bar, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking

Front-desk/reception area services

Tickets to attractions or shows, Luggage Storage, Concierge Service

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Room Service, Restaurant (à la carte), Restaurant, Packed Lunches, Kid meals (free/paid), Breakfast in the Room, Breakfast details, Bottle of water, Bar

Entertainment and children services

Children television networks, Board games/puzzles

Common areas

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Communal lounge/TV room

Cleaning services

Shoe Shine, Daily maid service

Business facilities

Fax/Photocopying

Activities

Tennis Court, Snorkelling, Library, Hiking, Golf Course (within 3 km), Fishing, Diving, Darts, Canoeing, Bowling, Beach, Aqua park

Food & Drink

Start each day with Kate's breakfast which can be enjoyed in the spacious restaurant or on your balcony.

During the summer months the forecourt café provides an excellent area to relax and enjoy a light lunch, traditional cream tea or refreshing beer, with the kiosk serving local ice cream.

Packed lunches are available on request.

The Downs is fully licensed to sell alcohol on and off the premises. Should you request a special bottle of something chilled and waiting for you upon arrival, just phone in advance.

Wherever possible the kitchen uses fresh local produce. Fresh Brixham seafood is a speciality.

Hotel information details

The Downs Babbacombe was originally built around 1850 by Isaac Singer (of Singer sewing machines). Today it offers comprehensive facilities for those wanting to stay in the Torquay area. It is biker friendly and provides a secure drying/storage area for all helmets and bike equipment. More storage areas are provided for guests with other equipment, such as golf clubs, hiking boots and fishing rods (keys available on request).

Shoe polish and ironing facilities are available on request.

Important information to guests

Please note there is no lift and all rooms are on the first and second floor. Unfortunately, due to size restrictions, standard accommodation is unsuitable for infants. The Downs is in no way responsible for parking fines issued by wardens Smoking Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hotel or on the balconies. Failure to adhere to this will result in you being asked to leave immediately, the full charge any accommodation booked will still be applicable plus a GBP 50 cleaning fee. Dogs Well behaved dogs are allowed for a small charge by prior agreement (when booking), but are only allowed in the bedroom and the lounge-bar (please bring your own doggy bedding for total comfort). Guide dogs will not be charged for and are allowed in the public areas. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform The Downs, Babbacombe in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Information about the area

Babbacombe is famous for its cliff -op promenade which enjoys stunning views across Lyme Bay.

Babbacombe Downs is a long stretch of common land with the highest promenade in the country and sweeping wooded cliffs to the beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below.

Local attractions include:
- Bygones
- Babbacombe Theatre
- Babbacombe Model Village
- Kents Cavern
- St Marychurch: mentioned in the Doomsday book, the town centre is boasts a fine selection of shops and cafés.
- Torquay town centre: 1 1/2 miles away along the Babbacombe Road, passing through Wellswood, a popular street lined with shops, cafès and restaurants. Excellent bus links run regularly for those not wishing to walk.

Room information details

All 12 rooms are fully en suite, some with baths and showers over, the others with shower cubicles.

Linen is changed on day 4 and day 7 of your stay.

Travelling information

By Car:
From M5:
- Head for Torquay A380.
- At the end of A380 dual carriageway, on arrival at Newton Abbot - Penn Inn roundabout, take the second exit onto Torquay Road - A380 (signposted Torquay).
- Continue forward onto Torquay Road - A380, entering Kingskerswell.
- At Kerswell Gardens Roundabout, take the first exit onto Riviera Way - A3022 (signposted Torquay).
- Continue forward onto Riviera Way - A3022.
- Entering Torquay, you pass Lowes Bridge and, at traffic lights, turn left onto the B3199 (signposted Teignmouth).
- At Hele Cross roundabout, take the second exit onto Hele Road - B3199 (signposted Teignmouth).
- At the mini-roundabout, turn left.
- At next mini-roundabout, turn right onto Westhill Road (signposted Plainmoor).
- At the traffic lights, turn left onto Manor Road (signposted St Marychurch, Babbacombe A379).
- At traffic lights, turn right onto Babbacombe Road - A379.
- Turn left onto Princes Street.
- Turn left onto Babbacombe Downs Road, the hotel is 20 metres further along on the left-hand side.

During the winter months the forecourt is used as free parking for guests (on a first come first served basis). Alternative parking is found in the public pay & display car park immediately behind, or there is free unrestricted parking on the roadside within 150 metres.

The Downs, Babbacombe Policies

Check-in

15:30 - 21:00

Check-out

10:00 - 10:00

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 14 days before date of arrival, the first night will be charged.
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, 75 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, the total price of the reservation 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.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.