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The Westgate
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Booking Details:
- Arrival Date:
- 20/07/2025
- Departure Date:
- 21/07/2025
- No. of Nights:
- 1
- No. Adult:
- 0
- No. Child:
- 0
About
The Westgate is a Visit England assessed 4 star and silver award winning family run accommodation. The Westgate is a beutiful late Victorian villa that retains lots of its period charm. Set in a leafy conservation area near Torre Abbey it has the advantage of its own secure on-site carpark, guests' lounge and bar. It's central for the beach, entertainment and shopping all within easy walking distance or Number 32 bus route from outside the front of the Hotel. Just 5 min walk to Torquay railway station, great for a train trip to the bay or for a day out exploring the area. The Westgate is one of the nearest hotels to the English Riviera Conference & Leisure Centre.
There is a good selection of rooms from a luxury four poster, superkings / twins, 3 person family room, classic doubles, superior singles and a single room, 11 rooms in total of which all are en-suite with either shower or bath and are tastefully decorated & comfortably furnished. Rooms are centrally heated with their own thermostatically controlled radiator. Each room has Freeview TV, Free WiFi, an assortment of teas / coffee beverage trays, & quality toiletries. A double room is avilable on the ground floor with easy access to the dining room, guest lounge and bar area.
A small selection of bar meals / snacks available upon request in the evening depending on the season - please call to to discuss your requirements
Our breakfast selection is wide & varied, we are able to cater for different dietary needs (do call ahead to ensure we are prepared) Our full locally sourced Full English breakfast is served in a spacious bright dining room, located on the ground floor to the front of the house.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
TripAdvisor
- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent429
- Very Good29
- Average4
- Poor1
- Terrible2
Recent Reviews:
- joannamccreaRugby, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesBeautiful and will be visiting again.
16/10/2023We visited here for the first time in August and will certainly be returning next year, along with friends this time. Cozy, comfortable and spotless room, lovely breakfast, friendly bar for evening... Read full review - Getaway53494498089Wonderful Stay17/10/2023Karen very welcoming and a great host, she gave us ideas of places to visit and places to eat in the evenings. The breakfast offered was excellent and catered to many. The room was well maintained... Read full review
- maw2103Peterborough, United KingdomGreat stay04/07/2024Had a lovely stay at the Westgate. Karen and Lee were very welcoming. Breakfast was lovely and very filling. The rooms were beautiful and very clean. Room was serviced everyday with plenty of tea... Read full review
Facilities
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - Children over 12 years of age welcome
Facilities
Catering
- Serve evening meal - Evening meals can be offered as an extra if required, please contact us directly for more details.
Facilities
Other
- Free Wi-Fi available
Facilities
Room / Unit Features
- Ground Floor Bedrooms Available - Ground floor Double ensuite room,available
Facilities
Key Features
- Groups Welcomed
Facilities
Catering
Establishment Features
- Licenced for alcohol
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site - Free large carpark, ample spaces for all rooms.
Facilities
Other
- Free Wi-Fi available
Catering
- Cater for vegetarians - vegetarian option available when prior notice given
- Local Produce English Breakfast
- Serve breakfast - between 8.15 - 9.00am.Full english and lighter options. Earlier breakfast available on request. veggie options.
- Serve evening meal - Evening meals can be offered as an extra if required, please contact us directly for more details.
- Serves Local Food - We source as many of our food products from local independent suppliers where possible.
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - Children over 12 years of age welcome
Establishment Features
- Accept coach parties - large car park, with parking facilities, 22 bedspaces available
- Available for wedding receptions - Small receptions catered for maximum 24 persons sit down or 30 buffet person.
- Beach within 2km
- Broadband Internet Access
- Business facilities - free Wi-Fi available throughout building, just bring your laptop.
- Central heating throughout
- Conference facilities - Minutes away from The English Riveria Conference & Leisure Centre. Free wireless broadband access throughout the building
- Eco Friendly
- Family Friendly
- Garden/patio for guests' use - small patio area.
- Ironing facilities - all rooms have small ironing board, irons available at reception.
- Licenced for alcohol
- Near coastal path
- Open All Year
- Separate guests' lounge - Relax in our guest lounge,with freeview Television and DVD player.
- Wireless Broadband Internet Access
Key Features
- Groups Welcomed
- In town/city centre - within 7 mins walk into town.
- Non smoking establishment
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest - Within a couple of minutes walking to Torquay Abbey & Spanish barn, recently opened after refurbishment
- Romantic
- Seafront - within 3-5 minutes to Torre Abbey sands.
Parking & Transport
- Car parking - there are 9 marked bays at the front of the property with level access to the main door
- Free Car Parking
- Parking Off Site - Free parking also on road opposite The Westgate, and behind on Bath Lane
- Parking On Site - Free large carpark, ample spaces for all rooms.
Payment Methods
- All major credit cards accepted
- Delta accepted
- JCB accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted - 2% charge when using credit cards no charge for debit cards
Room / Unit Features
- Colour television in all bedrooms - Flat screen freeview TV's in all rooms
- Colour Television in all units
- Digital TV
- Electric shaver point
- En-suite
- Four poster beds available - Stay in our Premier kingsize four poster room.
- Free View TV
- Ground Floor Bedrooms Available - Ground floor Double ensuite room,available
- Hairdryer in all bedrooms
- Non smoking rooms available - we are 100% no smoking throughout the building
- Non smoking rooms available - All of our rooms are non smoking
- Radio in all bedrooms - clockradio
- Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms - Complimentary tea & coffee making , including flavoured teas, hot chocolate topped up daily
- TV in all bedrooms
- WiFi
Specialist Features
- Aim to attract conferences and business meetings - Only 3 minutes walk away from The English Riviera conference centre Large free car park. Free wireless Broadband access throughout the building.
- Christmas/New Year Programme
- Honeymoon Breaks
- Marketed as green/environmentally friendly
- Mobile Phone Reception
- Special provisions for lone female travellers
Sustainability
- Electric Car Charging Point
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
- Wi-fi available
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Opening Dates and Times
| 2025 -Opening (15 Mar 2025 - 3 Nov 2025) |
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| 2025-Opening (17 Mar 2025 - 29 Oct 2025) |
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* Check in from 2pm- 8pm .
Check out by 10.30am,
The Westgate
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From A380Follow A380 from the M5. On approaching Torquay, follow the signs for the seafront. At the last traffic lights before the sea, there is a restaurant called "Ocean Drive" on the right-hand side and Torre Abbey gates on the left. Turn sharp left here back on yourself into Falkland Road; 300 yards on your left, you will find The Westgate.
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0.09 miles away
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0.15 miles awayThere is something for everyone in our impressive leisure pool. Whether it’s our Swim…
0.17 miles awayDo not touch! is the warning for all visitors to the Potent Plants Garden at Torre Abbey.…
0.17 miles awayAn English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Come and enjoy a visit exploring…0.22 miles awayDon’t miss the Italian Gardens, which form part of Abbey Park and Meadows. Here you’ll…
0.24 miles awayOne Of Torquay's Longest Standing Gyms With Experienced Instructors And Extensive…
0.26 miles away18 Hole Jungle themed adventure golf course. Wind your way through the jungle using your…
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