Decorated in Mediterranean style and built in 1866, this hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Torquay and offers stunning bay views, large bright rooms, swimming pools and a health club.
The Imperial Hotel sits on top of a cliff and overlooks Torquay and the yachts on the water. The beach, Torre Abbey and English Riviera Centre are all within walking distance.
This 4-star hotel offers a gym, spa, sun loungers, sauna and hot tub. Squash and tennis courts are available, and massages and treatments can be booked.
Exquisite cuisine is served in the AA-rosette Regatta restaurant, which also offers fine wines and panoramic views of Torbay. Light snacks are available in the conservatory and Britannia Bar.
Rooms are bright and airy, and have seating areas with armchairs and coffee tables.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Situated in the real heart of Torquay, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2
Breakfast info
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet
Rooms with:
Sea view
Private parking at the hotel
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Availability
Prices converted to USD
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.2
Guests who stayed here loved
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Amanda
United Kingdom
“I loved the view from my balcony! The bed was also super comfy.”
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David
United Kingdom
“Stayed in the dulux double and was excellent, very spacious, comfortable and the view was out of this world.”
Alison
United Kingdom
“Lovely view, very clean and well presented. Staff very friendly”
Joanne
United Kingdom
“We love it here! Excellent room with fantastic view. Lovely staff and a good breakfast.”
Graham
United Kingdom
“The whole visit from checking in to checking out
Staff were excellent and knew their roles
Restaurant was excellent especially breakfast and the waiting staff need to be praised”
Jason
United Kingdom
“The room was lovely excellent view good hand soaps lovely robes ... decent shower... room always filled with coffee tea milk ... bed was lovely aswell.. Will be sure to ask for that room again on my next visit which won't be far away....”
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John
United Kingdom
“Wonderful atmosphere in the hotel. Friendly, helpful staff. Good food choices at breakfast.”
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Helen
United Kingdom
“Maintenance was not too enthusiastic about repairing our leaking radiator (we placed a cup underneath to save the carpet) we were told he couldn't do anything about the continual running water in the toilet, but it didn't deter us from having a...”
Moorhouse
United Kingdom
“Great room, great view, lovely hotel, nicely decorated for Christmas. Very nice breakfast with a view.”
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Bev
United Kingdom
“The history of the place dating back to 1866 when first established and how they have kept the character of the hotel but still modern facilities love the staircase the dining area overlooking the sea/harbour the bed size 6ft and balcony...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Regatta
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner
Ambiance
Traditional
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
The Imperial Torquay takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is a smart-casual dress code in the hotel restaurant.
When booking 10 rooms or more, or 10 room nights or more, different policies and rules will apply. (Such as prepayment 14 days prior to arrival and rooms becoming non-refundable, please contact hotel direct for more information)
The pool is sometimes used for swimming lessons (check for times). Guests can still use the pool at these times. Children are welcome to use the swimming pool until 19.30. The outdoor pool is heated and accessible at the weekends throughout the summer months and is weather dependent.
If guests wish to dine in the restaurant for an evening meal dinner reservations are required. Please note that children aged 5 and over will be charged for breakfast and dinner as taken if they are not on an inclusive package.
Guests will be required to present the payment card used to make the reservation upon check in. Failure to present the original card will result in the deposit payment being refunded back to the original card and a new charge being taken from the card presented at the hotel.
If guest wishes to pay with cash, photo ID is required, either a passport or drivers licence. This must be presented alongside the payment card used to reserve the room.
Dogs are only allowed permitted in certain rooms (sea facing and on the garden level), this is subject to availability and by prior arrangement. You must contact the property if you wish to bring a dog; there is an additional charge if you are bringing a dog. Please note that not all room types can accommodate dogs and that dogs are not permitted in areas where food is served or in any of the leisure/pool areas.
Please note that not all room types have balcony access. Please consult the room descriptions.
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