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The Downs Babbacombe

4.0 star property
Beach B&B with restaurant, near Babbacombe Beach

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Terrace/patio
Beach/ocean view
Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine
Beach nearby
Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor)

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View)

Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor)

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Balcony

Standard Double Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Seafront, 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LN

What's nearby

  • Babbacombe Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Princess Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Meadfoot Beach - 10 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 30 min drive
  • Torre Station - 10 min drive
  • Torquay Station - 15 min drive
  • Totnes Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Three Degrees West - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Theatre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Cliff Railway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Downs Babbacombe

The Downs Babbacombe is a great choice for a stay in Torquay. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

Languages

English, French, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (GBP 10 per day)
  • Free offsite parking within 164 ft

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This bistro specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 150.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 10 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

Also known as

Downs Babbacombe B&B
Downs Babbacombe
The Downs Babbacombe Torquay
The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast
The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Downs Babbacombe?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Downs Babbacombe?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Downs Babbacombe?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Downs Babbacombe and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkeling.
Are there restaurants at or near The Downs Babbacombe?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
What's the area around The Downs Babbacombe like?
The Downs Babbacombe is a short 6-minute walk from Babbacombe Beach and 9 minutes' walk from Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens.

The Downs Babbacombe Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Fantastic breakfast!
Lovely position with great views over the bay, room was small but had everything we needed, breakfast was fantastic!
Geoffrey, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect place to stay.
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.
Barbara, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hotel review
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.
Michelle, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jackalyn, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

R, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Phillip, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Paul, 5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

david, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very warm welcome, super breakfast, comfy bed and beautiful view
4-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Only here for one night but everything was perfect, stunning views of the English Riviera
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Barry, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

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-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Paul, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Very Clean and friendly. Lovely views.
Elliott, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Guest house very tired really needs updating
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.
Gordon, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Happy
Nice little place. Good breakfast comfy bed and great views
Dave, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great weekend break. Excellent position on the sea front. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Made our dog very welcome.
Wendy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Blake, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Home away from home
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
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

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-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alan, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, great staff, wonderful breakfast , super overall
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review