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The Shirley
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An individually styled, family run Victorian Villa, The Shirley Bed & Breakfast in Torquay retains much of its original charm and character and provides the perfect venue for your Holiday or Short Break in Torquay.
Situated in the heart of Torquay, South Devon, The Shirley enjoys a quiet location away from the traffic noise of the main road, yet it's only five minutes walk from the shops, restaurants, bars, harbour, marina and local attractions.
Our Award Winning Breakfasts are very popular with our guests, and have been recognised with the Enjoy England.com Breakfast Award. We use only the best ingredients of which most are locally sourced.
For Bed and Breakfast Accommodation on the English Riviera, this Torquay B&B offers an attentive, personal yet unpretentious service, coupled with quality 4 star Accommodation in a convenient, central location.
All Bedrooms En-Suite
Full English & Continental Breakfast
Guest Lounge
Licensed Bar
Private, On-site Free Car Park
Free WiFi Internet
We are happy to accept children over the age of 12
Explore Torquay
Welcome to Torquay, a traditional yet thriving seaside town set on Devon's English Riviera coast. If you haven't visited for a while, then banish those thoughts of a resort that has seen its hey day.... the best is yet to come. With its iconic palm trees, busy harbour, international marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and cocktail bars, the scene is set for the perfect Devon seaside holiday or short break.
This quintessential bucket and spade resort appeared in The Guardian in late 2016, being described as one of "Britain's most booming seaside towns, undergoing a style revival with Michelin starred restaurants and swanky yachts"! You only have to drive along the seafront or take a stroll along the promenade to know that this is true.
Awards
- Visit England
Breakfast 2012
TripAdvisor
- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent620
- Very Good99
- Average11
- Poor3
- Terrible1
Recent Reviews:
- MCV37Chelmsford, United KingdomA fantastic stay at the Shirley
31/08/2025I stayed at the Shirley hotel in August and had an amazing few days. The owners Alec and Sophie were fantastic and made myself and my family feel very welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. The rooms... Read full review - Odyssey55549Isle of Wight, United KingdomWhat a wonderful stay at The Shirley!10/09/2025Just back from a super stay at the The Shirley. The helpful, smiley, hosts Alec and Sophie welcomed us, and showed us around their wonderful hotel. They gave us some very good recommendations of... Read full review
- MaurjayTamworth, United KingdomBeautiful Victorian Hotel with amazing hosts22/09/2025There were 5 of us staying here for 4 nights, what a fabulous Hotel! Alec and Sophie are amazing, the perfect hosts, so friendly and welcoming, nothing was too much trouble. A really lovely couple... Read full review
Facilities
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - All children including infants welcome. Infants are charged at £5 per night. Child prices applicable from 2 years to 12 years inclusive.
- Accept children all ages
- Cot - Cots available at a cost of £5 per night.
- Facilities for children - Wii in guest lounge plus boardgames and colouring books.
- Highchair - Available on request prior to booking.
Facilities
Catering
Establishment Features
- Licenced for alcohol
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site - Parking available for up to six cars on-site. Further parking available on adjacent property and in Braddons Hill Road East.
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Sea Views
Facilities
Other
- Accept Children over 7
Catering
- Cater for vegetarians - Please advise us in advance if you require a vegetarian breakfast option.
- Local Produce English Breakfast
- Serve breakfast - A full breakfast menu is available including a continental option. We also cater for gluten free and vegetarian diets. Please advise us in advance of your dietery requirements.
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - All children including infants welcome. Infants are charged at £5 per night. Child prices applicable from 2 years to 12 years inclusive.
- Accept children all ages
- Accept Children Over 3
- Cot - Cots available at a cost of £5 per night.
- Facilities for children - Wii in guest lounge plus boardgames and colouring books.
- Food/bottle warming available - Childrens bottles can be warmed on request.
- Highchair - Available on request prior to booking.
Establishment Features
- Available for wedding receptions
- Beach within 2km
- Business facilities - Fax available on request.
- Central heating throughout
- Event venue - Can be hired for party events, weddings, wakes etc. is also a 'murder mystery' venue.
- Garden/patio for guests' use
- Ironing facilities
- Licenced for alcohol
- Near coastal path
- Open All Year
- Sea Views
- Separate guests' lounge - The guest lounge is available for the use of guests up until 8.30pm unless being used for a special booked function.
- Wireless Broadband Internet Access
Key Features
- In town/city centre
- Non smoking establishment
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- Parking Off Site - Parking also available in road or in nieghbouring property.
- Parking On Site - Parking available for up to six cars on-site. Further parking available on adjacent property and in Braddons Hill Road East.
Payment Methods
- Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
- All major credit cards accepted
- Delta accepted
- JCB accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted - A 2% charge is added to all credit card payments.
- PayPal
- Solo accepted
- Visa accepted - A 2% charge is added to all credit card payments.
Room / Unit Features
- Colour television in all bedrooms - Includes Freeveiw
- DVD Player in all bedrooms
- Electric shaver point
- Free View TV
- Hairdryer in all bedrooms
- Non smoking rooms available - All of our rooms are strictly non-smoking.
- Radio in all bedrooms - Clock radio alarm.
- Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms - Branded products including biscuits.hot chocolate, fruit teas and decafinated coffee are also available as is bottled Devon water. Fresh milk or soya milk is also available by means of a self service fridge on the first floor landing.
- WiFi
Specialist Features
- Christmas/New Year Programme
- Honeymoon Breaks
- Mobile Phone Reception
- Pets (Proprietors) on premises
- Special provisions for cyclists - Can store cycles at rear although not undercover.
- Special provisions for lone female travellers
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
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Opening Dates and Times
| 2025 - opening (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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The Shirley
Map & Directions
Road Directions
When in Torquay follow signs to the seafront. Turn left at the seafront to the Harbour. Turn left at the Harbour clock tower. The hotel is 1st left after Torquay Museum.
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0.06 miles away
The Torquay Land Train is a fun way to get around Torquay for all ages! Further…
0.26 miles awayA new statue of crime writer Agatha Christie has been unveiled in her home town of…
0.27 miles awayVisiting attractions on the English Riviera is now easier than ever with so many focusing…
0.28 miles awayUNDER NEW OWNERSHIP
Torquay's Dinosaur World is an fun interactive indoor exhibition…
0.29 miles awayTorquay has been one of the UK's top holiday destinations since Victorian Times when the…
0.31 miles awayEscape Rooms have arrived in Torquay!
On your next visit to The English Riviera be sure…
0.3 miles awayWherever you go on the English Riviera, you’ll find plaques that recognise some of the…
0.31 miles awayThe English Riviera has 22 miles of coastline and a UNESCO Global Geopark, all of which…
0.31 miles awayThe Real Crime Museum is a fascinating attraction based on the harbour in Torquay. If you…
0.3 miles awayAre you bringing a group to the English Riviera to experience all it has to offer? Or are…
0.31 miles awayA boat trip is the perfect way to experience the English Riviera from one of its best…
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