The Grand Hotel

About Us

For old world grandeur and traditional British charm, the Grand has been Torquay’s landmark hotel for over 130 years. Overlooking one of the finest bays, this elegant Victorian hotel offers 132 individually styled bedrooms, The Grand spa, AA rosette restaurant 1881 and is surrounded by 22 miles of spectacular Devon coastline.

Our individual and comfortably furnished bedrooms, spread over 4 floors – many with wonderful sea views of Torbay. We offer a variety of room categories, from single and double rooms to family rooms and suites. All have en-suite bathrooms and offer tea and coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, TV and toiletries as standard. Our executive rooms and suites offer some extra special touches to make your stay even more comfortable. We also have a heated indoor and outdoor pool, multi-gym, hot tub and sauna. Revive body, mind and spirits with ESPA at Spa at the Grand. Relax and rejuvenate with a choice of luxury treatments, products and packages designed with the individual in mind. The Grand Hotel, Torquay is an AA 4 Star hotel and our Restaurant 1818 also holds an AA Rosette for Fine Dining. WIFI is available in all public areas. The Grand has one bedroom with fully-equipped wet room, fitted with grab rails around the bathroom and it is situated on the ground floor. A shower stool can be provided for use in this room.

We also have:

A number of rooms with walk-in showers, of all categories except single rooms
Two lifts that service all floors and can accommodate a wheelchair
Bar, Lounge, and Restaurant are all on the ground floor
Disabled access ramp for entrance into the hotel itself
Pool and leisure facilities on the lower ground floor are accessible by lift and then a flight of 3 steps

We welcome well-behaved dogs and have specifically-allocated dog-friendly rooms. Please ask about these when making your booking.

Availability Search

Booking Details:

Arrival Date:: 21st Aug 2019
Departure Date:: 22nd Aug 2019
No. of Nights:: 1

Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units: 104

Room / Unit Type	Room / Unit Tariff*
Double en suite	£140.00 per room (breakfast included)
Family en suite	£200.00 per room (breakfast included)
Single en suite	£60.00 per room (breakfast included)
Twin en suite	£140.00 per room (breakfast included)

*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Gradings

4 AA Stars Hotel

Opening Times

Open Christmas

Open New Year

2019 - Opening (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019)

From £60.00

Events

14th Mar 2019 - 30th Sept 2019

Local Catch – Grand HotelA delicious choice of the freshest local fish, served alongside a choice of accompaniments and a glass of white wine only £14.95 per person. About The Grand Hotel For old world grandeur and traditional British charm, the Grand has been Torquay’s landmark hotel for over 130 years. Overlooking one…: more info

13th Sept 2019 - 13th Sept 2019

Murder Mystery - Agatha Christie’s Reading of the will - The Grand HotelAgatha Christie’s Reading of the will Presented by Moonstone Theatre Company Arrival 7pm – Glass of fizz on arrival 3 course set menu Immersive Murder Mystery entertainment “It was honestly the best murder mystery we have ever been to, both in terms of the plot, the acting and the overall…: more info

15th Nov 2019 - 18th Nov 2019

Torbay Musical WeekendEnjoy a weekend of music and talks on a range of topics at the historic 4-star Grand Hotel It is very agreeable to spend a winter weekend away from home before the pre-Christmas rush, listening to music in comfortable surroundings amongst congenial companions who share your interests and tastes.…: more info

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

3067 reviews

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Poor
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Recent Reviews:

kevinmC5515WF
Trip Type:
Couples
Lovely friendly place, fantastic
17th Aug 2019
When our booked hotel was totally unsuitable we were able to book in to this top class hotel at short notice. Manager and all staff were so friendly and helpful, can't believe how lucky we were to... Read full review
Sonkiuke
Littlemore, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Great location
18th Aug 2019
The hotel located in lovely location. Just in front of the beach and not far away for the town centre. Pool was great staff were friendly. Needs to improve dusts situation in bedrooms as it was loads... Read full review
Mayflower2
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Sunday Lunch
19th Aug 2019
Excellent lunch, well presented and tasty, served beautifully by Karen. Good selection of starters, mains and desserts. Really good value for money despite the tired décor of both hotel and... Read full review

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Special Offers

Summer Breaks at The Grand Hotel from only £159
With the glorious blue sea stretching across the bay, balmy summer evenings, iconic palm trees, sandy beaches and an international marina make the English Riviera the perfect destination for a staycation
This offer includes
A Jug of Pimms on arrival
A Richardson full English breakfast
A delicious three-course meal from our locally sourced menu
Full use of our leisure facilities including heated indoor and outdoor pool
Best price guaranteed when you book direct, with the Richardson price promise
Book online from £159 per room per night
Call 0800 005 2244 or e-mail reservations@richardsonhotels.co.uk for more information
More offers like this - English Riviera Dinner Bed & Breakfast offers

Directions

Map Link

Road Directions

From From M5 follow signs to Torquay right down to seafront A380. Turn right. Grand Hotel is 1st building on right.

Public Transport Directions

From Torquay - 0.1 milesFrom Torquay station, turn right and walk 100 yds.

Facilities

Accessibility

Accessible to Wheelchair Users

Catering

Additional meal details - Gluten free, semi-kosher
Bar
Cater for vegetarians
Room service
Serve breakfast
Serve evening meal
Serve lunch

Children & Infants

Accept children (Minimum age)
Cot
Facilities for children
Highchair

Establishment Features

24 hr return laundry service
Accept coach parties
Available for wedding receptions
Beach within 100m
Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem)
Central heating throughout
Conference facilities
Garden/patio for guests' use
Gym and Leisure facilities
Ironing facilities
Licenced for alcohol
Licenced for civil marriages
Lift
Night porter
Open All Year
Pets accepted
Public telephone
Real log/coal fires
Regular evening entertainment
Restaurant
Sea Views
Separate guests' lounge
Swimming Pool
Wireless Broadband Internet Access

Key Features

Celebrity connection - Agatha Christie
Non smoking establishment
Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Seafront

Languages spoken

French spoken
German spoken
Polish spoken
Welsh spoken

Leisure Facilities

Gym
Health/Fitness/ Beauty Facilities
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Solarium
Spa bath
Swimming pool
Tennis court

Parking & Transport

Car parking - Car valet service also available.

Payment Methods

American Express accepted - If you use your amex card there is a 3 % surcharge
Delta accepted
Diners Club accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
Visa accepted