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The Downs Babbacombe

4.0 star property
Beach B&B with restaurant, near Babbacombe Beach

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Perched near Babbacombe Beach, The Downs Babbacombe offers a tranquil retreat with a delightful restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or grab a coffee at the cafe while exploring nearby Bygones Victorian Museum and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Self parking (surcharge)

Room options

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Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room (Twin Room with Balcony and Sea View)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Balcony | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double Room, 2nd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View (Compact Double, 1st Floor)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor)

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 1st floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Rear View, 2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Seafront, 41 - 43 Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LN

What's nearby

  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Torquay United FC - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Torquay Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 30 min drive
  • Torre Station - 10 min drive
  • Torquay Station - 15 min drive
  • Totnes Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Babbacombe Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Downs Babbacombe

The Downs Babbacombe puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Babbacombe Beach and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Bygones Victorian Museum and Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves are just a 5-minute drive away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 10 per day)
    • Free offsite parking within 164 ft
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This bistro specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 150.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 10 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are NOT available.

Also known as

Downs Babbacombe B&B

Downs Babbacombe

The Downs Babbacombe Torquay

The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast

The Downs Babbacombe Bed & breakfast Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Downs Babbacombe?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Downs Babbacombe?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Downs Babbacombe?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at The Downs Babbacombe and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and snorkeling.

Are there restaurants at or near The Downs Babbacombe?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Downs Babbacombe like?

The Downs Babbacombe is a short 6-minute walk from Babbacombe Beach and 9 minutes' walk from Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was described as fabulous and very good. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and nice breakfast.
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Fantastic breakfast!

Lovely position with great views over the bay, room was small but had everything we needed, breakfast was fantastic!
Geoffrey, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect place to stay.

Perfect place to stay in our first visit to Babbacome. It’s a friendly lovely place we can’t recommend it enough. Friendly helpful staff and owners. Breakfast fabulous. We would definitely stay there again.
Barbara, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We arrived late after a mechanical issue with our car. We called ahead to advise Ed that we would be late. He fully understood and when we did arrive was greeted with a smile. Breakfast was very good, room very comfortable.
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Downs babbacombe

The hotel is good with a queen size bed and overlooks the seafront. However it is a lot more exxpensive than the hotel next door. We didnt have a breakfast as they only serve until 9.15am
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel review

Great location near to the beach, shops bars and restaurants. Regular buses into local areas. Extremely helpful staff who were happy to help with anything. We didn’t eat at the hotel but breakfast and evening meals were available with a well stocked bar. The steps to the room were steep but we were informed about them before we arrived and were happy with our choice. Room dated and very small but had a beautiful view and all the usual commodities. Clean and tidy. Unfortunately, the mattress was uncomfortable which meant we didn’t sleep well.
Michelle, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great small hotel with outstanding views.

From the moment I arrived I was made to feel very welcome, my room had superb views of the bay. Breakfast and evening meals were very good.
Julian, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

When we arrived there was no staff to check us in we had to wait until someone turned up me and my husband both have bad backs and we had to climb 2 flights of stairs we won’t be going back there
Lorraine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very warm welcome, super breakfast, comfy bed and beautiful view
4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Only here for one night but everything was perfect, stunning views of the English Riviera
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

I think the word is consistency. Somethings are really good others not so good. If they were to spend money on the not so good the Downs would be Excellent. It was very cluttered. My husband is blind and for a person with no sight it was an assault cause. Stair lift on the stairs. Running machine in the back entrance tables and chairs in every corridor. The bed was 2 3ft beds pushed together which isn’t exactly what was promised we were told a large bed. The sink in our bathroom wasn’t fit for purpose. Too small to wash in more water on the floor than the sink. My husband really enjoyed his Omelette he had for breakfast, but the bacon was smoked and my boiled egg was watery and undercooked. Neither to my taste the bread used for toast was thin tasteless and clearly cheap bread. Personally it needs to be de cluttered, the bacon should be unsmoked as used in every single other hotel I have ever stayed in and offer a good selection of toast for breakfast white bloomer, seeded, granary. All of which aren’t expensive and would leave a much better customer experience in my opinion.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room with balcony overlooking Babbacombe Bay. Breakfast to die for and varied selection and very friendly staff. Very dog friendly and amenable. Ed the owner (also) Chef very pleasant. We will have a return visit. Paul & Pat Bidgood.
Paul, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great

Very Clean and friendly. Lovely views.
Elliott, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Guest house very tired really needs updating

Good points, view, comfortable bed, berries at breakfast, refurbished bathroom with nice toiletry products, easy free parking in local roads. The bad, was told it was a 6' bed it was 5', the room described as compact (we had a phone call before to tell us) it was tiny and no where to sit inside. Breakfast served only between 8.30 and 9.15, we got down at about 8.40 first day and got served at about 9, the second day we were down at 8.35 and got served at 9.10, the lady serving was run off her feet and did apologise for the wait due to a full house. We could hear every sound from adjoining room, which meant they could probably also hear us.The place is very tired, our room (11) really does need a good decoration and was overpriced for what we paid. We were disappointed with the general condition of the hotel I know the hotel has numerous accolades but the above views are honestly held.
Gordon, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Happy

Nice little place. Good breakfast comfy bed and great views
Dave, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great weekend break. Excellent position on the sea front. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Made our dog very welcome.
Wendy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Home away from home

Really homely feel to the place and extremely welcoming. The shower didn’t have much power but that would just need a new head or setting change. Overall it was a very pleasant stay
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Only stayed one night - But had no problems from checking into checking out - Meals were well priced - Used the Council Car park at rear of hotel would recommend £8 for twenty four hours - Very Good location to get to Torquay Paignton and Brixham
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

We stayed at this property for two nights and I have to say that the view from our bedroom window was beautiful. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was excellent. However I would be doing a disservice to both the owners of the property and the guests of the future if I did not state a very important fact. We were in room 4 and this was located on the first floor sandwiched between the ground floor and the second floor. As we had a long drive tiredness had taken over and we were into bed at around 1030 pm. which was when the creaking from the ceiling started. I believe the people upstairs had just begun the night and there was non stop squeaking and creaking as they walked in and about their bedroom. This was not necessarily their fault but this went on and on as I tried to sleep in vain. It got so annoying that I wished I could run downstairs and ask to be given a different room but it was too late for that as most b&bs do not have a 24 hour reception, but there was I tossing in my bed till 230am in the morning. At 3am Out of desperation I turned on the extractor fan in the bathroom to drown the noise and finally got a little sleep. I would not be running back to the hotel although it has a lot of good things as sleep is probably the most important of them and if a hotel can deny you that, then I would reconsider where I would be staying.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, great staff, wonderful breakfast , super overall
2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A comfortable stay in Babbacombe

We had a one night stay whilst visiting Babbacombe Theatre (only 100yards away) so very convenient. Like the Theatre, the hotel is right on the sea front and has fantastic views of the coast. We had a double room at the back of the hotel so no views but it was functional which was all we needed (and also good value for money). Breakfast was included with plenty of choice on the menu. Friendly and welcoming staff.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Great location but in need of updating.

This hotel is in need of updating to keep up with today’s market. It was exceptionally clean & our room was nicely laid out with everything in it you could wish for but the public areas let it down. In the dining room at one end was a pile of cushions for the outdoor furniture and at the other end there was a shower curtain screening off an area and in front of that was a piano being used as a storage unit laden with stuff including Christmas decorations. The public loo area for the bar and restaurant was filled with junk and exercise machines and broken chairs etc. In our room we had two very strong air fresheners, one in the loo and one in the room itself and they were overpowering, in the middle of the night we hade to put them outside our room as they were giving us a headache and getting back our throats. Breakfast was very good, apart from the juice which tasted cheap and powdery. I was a bit disappointed with the service too as we were greeted nicely on check in and both mornings at breakfast but on leaving the hotel the owners didn’t bother to come and take our key or check if our stay had been ok instead I just had to hand the key to the waitress. When the owner phoned me prior to our stay I had mentioned that we were there visiting family and we didn’t require dinner etc and I almost feel as though we were less important as we wouldn’t be spending any further money there. It’s a shame as it’s in a great location and could be wonderful but it needs some tlc..
Alison, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great location, dog friendly and fantastic breakfast
Denis, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I liked excellent location, friendly staff and clean room. Being the winter season the place was a bit dead. The walls were thin and I could hear the guest next door snoring! Also rather unusual arrangement with shower; as en suite not big enough, the shower cubicle was situated in the room, immediately inside the door from the corridor. Strange, but it worked!
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Small hotel with good view of bay.

Very good breakfast. Room small but nice. Wanted to have dinner but unfortunately chef was on holiday.
Paul, 1-night trip