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.

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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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Catherine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We have stayed at this hotel many times. The location is great - only five minutes walk from the harbour - and the sea view from the restaurant is beautiful. The main indoor hotel areas were well maintained and our large garden room, on the ground...
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Peace and quiet The views were stunning Room comfortable
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
we had a lovely view breakfast was very good and the staff in breakfast room were lovely
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Room was spacious, bed was very comfortable. View from balcony was fantastic. Breakfast quality and choice was very good.
Sheila
United Kingdom United Kingdom
room was very clean and comfortable. Had a lovely sea view and balcony which was worth the extra money paid. Breakfast was very good
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Brilliant views over the bay. Plenty of room to spread out and sit in the various rooms downstairs. The health club looked to be well set up with a good gym. Breakfast very good. I didn't use the beach or the gardens. We had a sea view room...
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location and the breakfast were fab. The staff couldn’t have been nicer.
Valerie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Position, parking, excellent sea view upgrade room. Views. over the bay from the dining room.
Lee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The receptionist was incredibly informative and being Nepalese gave me lots of info on a future trip there.
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Perfect location and accommodation along with facilities

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

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Imperial Torquay takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

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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 fees may apply.
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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 19.30. 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.

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