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The Somerville

★★★★★ 515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, GB

9.8 guest rating· 338 reviews

The five stars

The Somerville holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Terrace and Sun terrace.

Guests score it 9.8/10 across 338 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation and Modern Amenities

The Somerville offers a blend of antiques and modern amenities in its 5-star boutique B&B in Torquay. Enjoy the comfort of flat-screen TVs, goose feather duvets, and deluxe rooms with king-sized beds and iPod docks.

Award-Winning Breakfast Options

Start your day with an extensive continental buffet and a cooked breakfast menu at this luxury B&B. Indulge in breakfast in bed with a separate continental room service menu, and enjoy extended breakfast times on weekends.

Prime Location and Nearby Attractions

Located in the heart of Torquay, explore attractions like the Princess Theatre, Torquay Museum, and Torre Abbey. The harbour is a short walk away, and Paignton Zoo is just a quick car ride from the hotel.

Book now for a luxurious stay at the Somerville and experience the best of Torquay!

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Rooms & rates

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Deluxe Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 19 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 3 · 25 m² · Sofa bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Junior Suite

Sleeps 3 · 18 m² · Sofa bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Junior Suite (2 Adults)

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Suite with Garden View

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Superior King Suite

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Superior King Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Meadfoot Suite

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • TV

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Mini golf
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Allergy-free room
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
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  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Public transport tickets
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, GB

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.8338 reviews

+ Exceptional hosts+ Delicious food+ Beautiful and clean rooms+ Great location
Cleanliness9.8
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.8
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.8

Tolles Haus

8.0

Sehr freundliche Gastgeber, sehr gutes Frühstück

Nichts

Michael · DE · 2026-07-16

Beautiful Stay in Torquay!! Xxx

10.0

Absolute 5 star service from start to finish! Peter and Helen are amazing hosts. The hotel is stunning and the breakfast was out of this world! If you get chance to stay, you really must!!

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Lisa · GB · 2026-07-12

Very Enjoyable

10.0

Excellent Service & Location

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john · GB · 2026-07-07

lovely place to stay

9.0

Lovely place to stay, friendly hosts Peter and Helen , nice size room and en suite with a comfortable bed. Excellent chose of food for breakfast. Parking on site, short walk to the marina and sea front. loved the art deco theme. will stay again.

GRrouse · GB · 2026-07-01

Another great stay at the sommerville

10.0

Pete and Helen fantastic hosts couldn't do enough for us. Breakfast amazing especially the American waffle. This was our 2nd stay and had another fabulous room which had the patio loved it 😊

There's was nothing we didn't like.

Karen · GB · 2026-06-30

Guest review

10.0

ארוחת בוקר, מיטה נוחה, יש חניה, אפשר להגיע ברגל למסעדות, המלון מאוד יפה, אותנטי, צוות מקסים.

Sofi · IL · 2026-06-27

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is The Somerville really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag parties.

The hotel will make additional charges if the nonsmoking policy is broken.

The property cannot accept American Express cards. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A deposit may be required at the property.