The Somerville

Victorian guesthouse with free breakfast and bar/lounge

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Located near Inner Harbour, The Somerville offers a luxurious retreat with cooked-to-order breakfast, a charming terrace, and mini golf. Unwind in the garden or enjoy cycling nearby; stay connected with free WiFi and take advantage of bike rentals.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Housekeeping
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Tomorrow

Sep 28 - Sep 29

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Meadfoot Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Suite (1st Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, Garden View

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Fridge

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Memory foam bed

Hill view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

Located in Torquay, The Somerville is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Inner Harbour and Meadfoot Beach, while Torquay Museum and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights. Little Theatre and Torquay Golf Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and mountain biking nearby.

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515 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 1HJ

What's nearby

Inner Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Meadfoot Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Princess Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Torre Abbey Sands - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

Torquay Station - 8 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Griffin - ‬3 min walk
‪Apple & Parrot - ‬7 min walk
‪Yates - ‬8 min walk
‪The Hole In The Wall - ‬9 min walk
‪The Clock Tower - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Somerville

Luxury guest house near Inner Harbour

Located close to Torquay Museum and Little Theatre, The Somerville provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and mini golf. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this guest house. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a bar.

Other perks at this guest house include:

Free self-parking
Limo/town car service, bike hire and express check-out
Express check-in, luggage storage and free newspapers

Room features

All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and portable fans
Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
40-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

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Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Mini golf

Family friendly

In-room refrigerator
Mini golf
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar in shower
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

1 building
2 floors
Built in 1880
Smoke-free property
Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Refrigerator

Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Portable fan
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Somerville pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Somerville?

As of 27 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Somerville on 12 Oct 2025 start from €117.61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Somerville?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Somerville?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Somerville?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Somerville located?

Located in the heart of Torquay, this luxury guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Torquay Museum and Inner Harbour. Little Theatre and Princess Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Torquay Station is 28 minutes by foot.