Kethla House
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Kethla House B+B in Torquay is an attractive Victorian property that provides quality guest accommodation.
Situated in the premier region of Belgrave Road, Kethla House is just 5 minutes walk from the beach, town, Riviera International Conference Centre and Princess Theatre. Offering excellent value for money it is an ideal choice for couples and families looking to stay in the Beautiful Bay. Owners Julie and Don will greet you with the warmest of welcomes on your arrival, creating a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
There are 7 en-suite bedrooms consisting of Double, Twin & Family rooms, all of which are individually furnished and decorated. Every room is equipped with Freeview Flat screen TV, Radio/alarm, Hairdryer, Tea/Coffee making facilities and access to FREE Wi-Fi. There are two large ground floor bedrooms and a ground floor dining room (no steps) making us an ideal choice for people with limited mobility. Breakfast is the perfect way to start the day and you can enjoy the treat of a freshly cooked Full English Breakfast along with cereals, fruit juices, toast and preserves. There are also other tasty options or lighter alternatives on offer and special diets such as gluten free, vegetarian and vegan are also catered for.
At Kethla House you are centrally located and within easy reach of many of the activities that The English Riviera has to offer such as boat/bus trips, crown green bowls, golf, tennis, water skiing, and many other activities. There are many places of historical and architectural interest to explore, such as 12th Century Torre Abbey and its surrounding gardens, the beautiful chocolate box village of Cockington and not forgetting the fabulous walks along the South West Coast Path. For those who wish to explore the Southwest further, Kethla House is also in easy reach of both rail and bus routes, which frequently run to surrounding towns and villages.
Awards
- TripAdvisor Awards
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018 - Regional and Miscellaneous -
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
TripAdvisor

- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent364
- Very Good28
- Average5
- Poor4
- Terrible0
Recent Reviews:
- theglampers66Kinver, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesGreat over night stay27/08/2025My wife and I stayed in Torquay overnight and found the Kesler guesthouse recommended on TripAdvisor. Most of the reviews were very positive and I have to say our review is the same meticulous... Read full review
- Chris CPerfect 10 days at kethla house08/09/2025My husband and I have just returned from kethla house..we go there every year and we have been there with Jonathan and Sade 4 years running now and the very high care continues. Jonathan does the... Read full review
- Francoise SExcellent guesthouse, lovely hosts!26/09/2025We very much enjoyed our stay at Kethla Guesthouse. The rooms are very clean and well appointed, with complimentary toiletries and tea making facilities. The guesthouse is also very quiet (perfect... Read full review
Facilities
Children & Infants
- Accept children all ages
- Cot
- Highchair
Facilities
Other
- Free Wi-Fi available
Facilities
Room / Unit Features
- Ground Floor Bedrooms Available
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Licenced for alcohol
Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Facilities
Other
- Free Wi-Fi available
Accessibility
- Accessible Rooms
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- Accommodation available for visitors with disabilities
- Disability awareness training for all personnel
- Easy access from main roads/good public transport links
- Ground floor shower rooms
- Ground floor toilet
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Handrail by steps
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Suitable for people with limited mobility
Catering
- Cater for vegans
- Cater for vegetarians
- Serve breakfast
Children & Infants
- Accept children all ages
- Cot
- Family Rooms
- Highchair
Establishment Features
- Beach within 2km
- Central heating throughout
- Family Friendly
- Garden/patio for guests' use - Small patio area at the front of the Guest House. There is a bench where guests are welcome to sit and watch the world go by!
- Ironing facilities
- Licenced for alcohol
- Near coastal path
- Wireless Broadband Internet Access
Key Features
- Accessible
- Family
- In town/city centre
- Non smoking establishment
Parking & Transport
- Free Car Parking - Limited free parking available on site
- On Bus Route
- Parking Off Site
- Within 0.5miles of a Train Station
Payment Methods
- Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
- All major credit cards accepted
- Cash accepted
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Solo accepted
- Visa accepted
Room / Unit Features
- Electric shaver point
- Free View TV
- Ground Floor Bedrooms Available
- Hairdryer in all bedrooms
- Smart TV
- Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
Specialist Features
- Marketed to any other specialist market - Special Diets catered for; Gluten Free, Vegan or Vegetarian
- Special provisions for lone female travellers - We provide a safe and secure environment for lone female travellers. We are always happy to offer help and advise when required.
Sustainability
- Refillable Toiletries
- Towel Re-Use Policy
- Travel & Transport - Cycle Parking
- Waste - Food Waste Policy
- Waste - Recycling
- Waste - Reduced Plastic Use
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
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Opening Dates and Times
| Open New Year |
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| Open Christmas |
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| 2026 - Opening (27 Feb 2026 - 13 Dec 2026) |
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* Open weekends only in November and December
Kethla House
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From M5:
Follow the A380 to the outskirts of Torquay; at Riviera Way roundabout the A380 turns off right; you go straight on (A3022); follow this road; past Torre railway station and at the second set of traffic lights past the station turn very sharp left into Falkland Road; the next lights are at Belgrave Road; we are on that junction.
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