The Imperial Torquay

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with full-service spa and health club

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Interior entrance
Sauna, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
View from property
Lounge
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec

Explore the area

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Park Hill Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 2DG
  • Place, Torquay Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Inner Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Sea View Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bay View (Balcony or Terrace)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Sea View Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Torquay

The Imperial Torquay places you steps from Beacon Cove and within a 10-minute stroll of Torquay Marina. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A relaxing day at Imperial Health Club can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The restaurant, Regatta Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, outdoor tennis court, Hot tub and sauna. 205 square feet (19 square metres) of event facilities include 6 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Torquay City Centre hotel you'll find Dartmoor National Park.

What's nearby

  • Torquay Marina - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Inner Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Princess Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Meadfoot Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 8 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burridge's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Hole In The Wall - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Apple & Parrot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Saltwater Fish & Chips - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Below Decks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Imperial Torquay

Victorian hotel with full-service spa and health club
The Imperial Torquay offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 205 square feet (19 square metres) and includes conference space. A health club, a hot tub, and a sauna are also featured at the business-friendly The Imperial Torquay. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victorian Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 205 sq ft of conference space
  • 19 sq. m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Imperial Torquay offers 152 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Imperial Health Club. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Regatta Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 205 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18 for adults and from GBP 18 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 per night
  • Spa fee: GBP 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Imperial Torquay
Imperial Hotel Torquay
Imperial Torquay
Imperial Torquay Hotel
Torquay Hotel Imperial
Torquay Imperial
Torquay Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel Torquay
The Imperial Torquay Hotel
The Imperial Torquay Torquay
The Imperial Torquay Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Imperial Torquay?

The Imperial Torquay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial Torquay?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial Torquay on 17 Dec 2025 start from NZ$132.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Imperial Torquay?

Yep, The Imperial Torquay has an uncovered self car park for GBP 10.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to The Imperial Torquay?

Yep, The Imperial Torquay is a short 12-minute walk from Meadfoot Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Imperial Torquay?

Yep, Imperial Health Club is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does The Imperial Torquay have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Imperial Torquay has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Imperial Torquay?

The Imperial Torquay features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does The Imperial Torquay serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers can't get enough of the full brekkie here! Offered on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Imperial Torquay?

No, The Imperial Torquay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Imperial Torquay?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Imperial Torquay?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Imperial Torquay Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 502 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not as good as we were expecting

Reminds me of a fading Hollywood star who's still trying to live up to their image from decades ago. The original parts of the building are looking tatty and the 60s outside looks worse. VERY noisy plant room just below our room. Staff are great and the views amazing, but these don't make up for the rest of the experience. 3 star hotel now at best not 4 and it must be so far below it's 5 star hayday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Superb view,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pete

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing and really clean location was amazing however a few things really were lacking on our arrival the blonde short haired lady I would guess a manager of sorts ignored us for almost 10 mins when finally acknowledged us my partner said we were there to check in we were met with a very rude not until 3 … I understand check in is at 3 but having spent most of my life in hospitality u should smile and acknowledge guests she did neither very sour faced and rude !!!! No attempt at upselling no apology like I’m sorry the room is not quite ready however we have the bar if u would like a drink or some lunch while u wait nothing like that we had to find it all for ourselves once finding the conservatory was disappointed to see an almost topped stack of papers stapled together although half it the menu as we later realised this was a menu was stapled upside down and the amount of cobwebs around all the window in the conservatory was unnecessary and I can only describe it as dirty this needs to be addressed as a matter of urgency all your staff are amazing with the exception of this 1 lady I would like to make sure the correct blonde haired lady os noted as the 1 wale saw today as we checked out was lovely as it the dark haired lady so we attempted to check in at 1.45 on Friday so hopefully u will be able to see which lady that is I really use lady in the most lose of terms I didn’t want to stay after the way she spoke to us but my partner insisted as it was a birthday supri
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location despite
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All staff were friendly and very helpful. Only thing was i tried phoning hotel reception from my mobile phone for an hour around 9pm couldnt get an answer from any of the options given Swimming pool sauna etc was lovely. Enjoyed a well needed weekend break
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were first class. The Breakfast is first class. Parking was a bit tight and cost £10 per day. An enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Period opulence, but missing the opulence!

The Imperial in Torquay is one of those old school hotels that was for the rich and the wealthy back in the day! Still trying to live off its heritage but this hotel does need some investment. The main reception area and bar areas you can see are being refurbished and having a lot of money spent. The lavish open spaces make you feel like you are living in a dozen mansions for the night! I have to say the hotel rooms are unfortunately not well cleaned. The bed frame I had, was quite old and has stains all over it. The carpets were absolutely vile which looked like they hadn't been replaced in a LONG TIME! I think they need an army of staff to go round the hotel with rug doctors OR just rip up the carpets and try again! The room smelt very stale but not the old kind of stale which you would understand as it was established in 1866! The furniture unfortunately yes was old and some hopefully quite period, I am no expert but my main chair that sits at the desk space was collapsed and broke, luckily has a sitting chair in the bedroom and separate table. The location is very good and just be aware of extra costs at every turn! The gym was in clean and overall good condition and I did use it! The bathroom and bath products were the best bit about the room, although a leaking shower head prompted baths instead which is more to my liking anyway! Breakfast was plentiful and well laid out with a cracking view! Overall I would come again and ask for a modernised room! If available!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the Imperial Hotel. The rooms were clean, the food was good and competitively priced and we had excellent service from all the staff but particularly from Amy who was very helpful and made sure we really enjoyed our time in Torquay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Thr property looked different as pictures obviously a lot older , no swimming pool in operation looked dirty sun loungers grotty balcony was unclean lovely view from room till you looked down all overgrown and in need of tending badly , needs big refurb patio door could not be locked advised staff but didnt do anything,disappointing really .I think photos shd be upgraded every year as its decieving youre not getting what you see and like in reality you go by what they advertise online . Think all hotels shd have uptodate information whn advertising their properties. Staff were ok housekeeping wasnt great either. Wouldnt go back .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property had a lot of history, the staff where very friendly, very quiet also,we did not use all of the facilities but they were there if needed, the marina and shops were all close by. Lovely hotel. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Graham

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gursh

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not fault this hotel at all! Staff are great and very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location.

The hotel was fine. The location was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel,loved every thing about it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel, wonderful stay

Really lovely stay at the Imperial Torquay. From the outside the hotel understandably looks a bit run down but as soon as you enter the lobby it’s clear that the building has been well looked after and maintained. It’s a beautiful hotel with all the amenities you could ask for… a well stocked bar, nice restaurant, a really good pool and health club and even a billiards room! We had booked a standard double but ended up with what I would refer to as a ‘suite’! Effectively 2 doubled rooms with an adjoining corridor on the 4th floor with wonderful views over the bay. Credit to the cleaning team!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel which is in need of a lot of love and attention. The outdoor swimming pool was out of action which we were unaware of until we checked in. Due to maintenance our balcony doors were locked. The outside of the windows throughout the property needed cleaning as did a lot of the stonework. All of the staff we encountered were lovely. The quality of the breakfasts were good apart from the inability of the chef to cook fried eggs properly (all over cooked). We would consider using this hotel again if the price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found the staff a bit jaded and tired as was the hotel. The room itelf was lovely with an amazing view which made up for everything else.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Disappointed tbh . We paid for a sea view but got mugged off in a garden room , you had to stand up to see a partial sea view , the garden area is overgrown , if the bushes were cut back slightly then everyone in the garden rooms would have a sea view . The outside swimming pool lays derelict & abandoned & the indoor pool is the size of a small garden pond . The whole hotel is tired & needs a substantial refurbishment. The staff were all very nice & friendly. We would not book again or recommend , plenty of other places in Torquay to try.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025