Babbacombe Palms

2 york road babbacombe, Torquay, TQ1 3SG, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>249</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
249 reviews

The property was clean and well presented. Lynn and Scott were great hosts and very informative of the local area. Breakfast was wonderful. Looking forward to returning later in the year.

Paul United Kingdom
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Babbacombe Palms

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Set in Torquay and with Oddicombe Beach reachable within 700 metres, Babbacombe Palms offers water sports facilities, soundproof rooms, free WiFi and a tennis court. The property features quiet street views and is 1.8 km from Anstey's Cove and 2.9 km from Watcombe Beach. The guest house has family rooms. At the guest house, the units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A bar can be found on-site. You can play mini-golf at this 4-star guest house, and the area is popular for snorkelling and diving. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go fishing nearby. Newton Abbot Racecourse is 12 km from the guest house, while Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 36 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 40 km from Babbacombe Palms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

FREE parking!

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The property was clean and well presented. Lynn and Scott were great hosts and very informative of the local area. Breakfast was wonderful. Looking forward to returning later in the year.”
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very welcoming and comfortable. Excellent quiet location. Could not have been friendlier.”
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very welcoming and friendly couple with good local knowledge. We will definately return.”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 248 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

BABBACOMBE PALMS A warm welcome awaits you at this small family run AA 4 Star Licensed Guest House where comfort and cleanliness is assured. Quietly situated in an enviable location only 200 yards from the beautiful Babbacombe Downs and the magnificent views out over the spectacular coastline and beaches of Lyme Bay Babbacombe Palms is an ideal location as a base for touring and visiting all the attractions in south Devon. We are only a short level walk to some of Torquays Major tourist attractions including Bygones Victorian Museum, The world famous Babbacombe Model Village and Kents cavern. Babbacombe Palms is an ideal base for a family holiday with the blue flag Oddicombe beach and Babbacombe beach only a short distance away with waters edge bars & cafes. Oddicombe beach offers safe bathing whilst Babbacombe is famous for it diving due to the clarity of the water, and the Pier offers good Fishing with a car park 50 yards away. All our rooms have recently been fully refurbished including the en-suites which have got new powerful showers and all rooms have been fitted out with New comfortable Beds, Flat screen Digital freeview TVs, Hospitality Trays, Hair Driers, & Complim...

Neighbourhood information

Babbacombe Palms is located in an enviable location in a quiet residential crescent with free unrestricted on road parking and only 200 yards from the beautiful Babbacombe Downs with some of the best views in South Devon. There are approximately 25 Pubs, Restaurants and Cafe's within an easy level walking distance from the Guest House catering for all tastes and budgets. Also within walking distance are the 2 beaches of Oddicombe & Babbacombe and some of the best Major attractions in Torquay.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Babbacombe Palms
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Karaoke
  • Fishing
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Soundproofing
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Babbacombe Palms takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:30 to 19:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 5 years are welcome.

    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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and older are allowed)

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Babbacombe Palms accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Babbacombe Palms

    • Check-in at Babbacombe Palms is from 16:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Babbacombe Palms is 1.3 miles from the centre of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Babbacombe Palms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Babbacombe Palms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Karaoke
      • Mini golf
      • Water sport facilities on site

    • Room options at Babbacombe Palms include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin
      • Twin/Double