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The Downs Babbacombe

Hotel

Seafront 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, TQ1 3LN, United Kingdom

Hotel Name

The Downs Babbacombe

City

Torquay

Rating

Check In

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Check Out

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

Nights

1 Night

Guests

2 Adults

Available Rooms

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About The Downs Babbacombe

Boasting a terrace and views of quiet street, The Downs, Babbacombe is a guest house set in a historic building in Torquay, less than 1 km from Oddicombe Beach. This 4-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a concierge service. The guest house has family rooms. At the guest house, all units come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Units include a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms also boast a balcony and some have sea views. At the guest house, the units include bed linen and towels. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house traditional restaurant, which specialises in British cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. Activities such as snorkelling, fishing, hiking can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Newton Abbot Racecourse is 13 km from the guest house, while Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 37 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 41 km away. 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. Please note that there is no parking available on the property but free parking is available nearby. The Downs is in no way responsible for parking fines issued by wardens. Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hotel or on the balconies. Failure to adhere to this will result in guests being asked to leave immediately. The full charge of any accommodation booked will still be applicable plus a GBP 50 cleaning fee. 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 (guests should bring their 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 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.
Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.

Amenities & Facilities

75 listed by the property, grouped for reading. Everything the hotel published appears below.

Health & safety 12

  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Cashless payment available
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Food & drink 10

  • Bar
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • Food and water bowls
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Wine/champagne

Internet & business 5

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Free WiFi
  • Internet services
  • Wifi
  • Wifi available in all areas

Services 5

  • Concierge service
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tours/ticket assistance

In the room 4

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Terrace

Parking & transport 3

  • Free parking nearby
  • Parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Accessibility 2

  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible – no

Family 2

  • Family rooms
  • Kids' meals

Pool, spa & fitness 2

  • Beach
  • Beachfront

Nearby 2

  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

More facilities 28

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Bowling
  • Canoeing
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Hiking
  • Key access
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Pet bowls
  • Pets allowed
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tennis Court
  • Water park
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Contact & Location

AddressSeafront 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, TQ1 3LN, Torquay, United Kingdom
Telephone44-01803-328543
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Getting here 1

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)

Around the hotel 15

  • Babbacombe Cliff Railway
  • Babbacombe Beach
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens
  • Bygones Victorian Museum
  • South West Coast Path Section 43 Trailhead
  • Oddicombe Beach
  • Torquay United FC
  • Plainmoor
  • Torquay Golf Club
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
  • Torquay Museum
  • Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Andrew
  • Torre Abbey Sands
  • Inner Harbour
  • Watcombe Beach