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The Purple Tree Guest House is a large, extended Victorian house, & is extremely well positioned as it is a short walk from the sea front, the English Riviera Centre, the theatre and shops, bars and restaurants. Free BT Wi-Fi is offered throughout the guest house, with free private parking or on-street parking available. We have ten beautiful bedrooms with attached bathroom and two self-catering family apartments, one of these is situated on the ground floor. All rooms have smart TV’s which you can watch Netflix or any other streaming channel you prefer via the free Wi-Fi. Outside we have a garden terrace which overlooks the picturesque valley where you can relax and enjoy on warmer days and nights. We also have a 30-foot heated swimming pool & Hottub. We have a dining room & licensed bar to the front of the property where we serve breakfast from 8.30am to 9.30am. We can also cater for snacks and drinks during your stay if you are with us during the day. A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at The Purple Tree, where excellent quality and service is assured.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Torquay, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.8

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jo-anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location for exploring Torquay and getting to the coast path, lovely pool although a little cold!!
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I can think of very few negatives. The hosts were friendly and helpful, the room (for 3 of us) was more than adequate and the facilities were great for our needs (pool and pool table)!! Breakfast was hearty and tasty.
  • Lara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean! Staff lovely and so helpful! Lots of parking and pool was great!

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Purple Tree Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Darts
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Video games
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 08:30 to 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.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Solo Discover JCB Cash is not accepted Bankcard The Purple Tree Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

Please note that for late arrivals, after 20:00, a surcharge of GBP 7 per hour applies. If guests expect to arrive after 20:00, please inform the property in advance. Check-in is not possible after 22.00.

Please note that there is no baby cot available.

Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of £100 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Purple Tree Guest House

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Purple Tree Guest House on this page.

  • Guests staying at The Purple Tree Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go

  • The Purple Tree Guest House is 1.1 miles from the centre of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from The Purple Tree Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Purple Tree Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Purple Tree Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Check-in at The Purple Tree Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at The Purple Tree Guest House include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Apartment