English Riviera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

English Riviera
English Riviera
English Riviera
English Riviera
English Riviera

Where to stay in English Riviera

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Torquay City Centre

4.5/5(384 area reviews)

Torquay City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its great bars, beautiful seaside views and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Princess Theatre or Torquay Marina while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Torquay City Centre
Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens featuring a park

Babbacombe

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

Unique features of Babbacombe include the seaside views and restaurants. Make a stop by Torquay United FC or Babbacombe Cliff Railway while you're exploring the area.

Babbacombe
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Roundham

4/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Roundham, Paignton Beach and Fairy Cove are top sights worth seeing.

Roundham
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St. Michaels

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in St. Michaels, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paignton Zoo and Palace Theatre.

St. Michaels
Mercure Paignton Hotel

Mercure Paignton Hotel

4 out of 5
Esplanade Road, Paignton, England
The price is Rp1.545.437 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp1.545.437
Rp1.854.525 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Paignton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (308 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Mercure Paignton Hotel
The Imperial Torquay

The Imperial Torquay

4 out of 5
Park Hill Road, Torquay, England
The price is Rp1.636.345 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp1.636.345
Rp1.963.614 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
"The room was good as it was more of suite 2 bedrooms and bathroom, Quiet ,couple of issues one night could not get into Room as Cards would not Work,had to have help from Hotel Reception to get into the room, Also Outdoor pool was out of Service ,indoor pool full of Children"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

The Imperial Torquay
The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Seafront, Torquay, England
The price is Rp2.057.598 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
Rp2.057.598
Rp2.469.118 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Albeit a little old fashioned it retains charm and character."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

The Grand Hotel
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The Osborne Apartments

The Osborne Apartments

3.5 out of 5
5 Hesketh Crescent, Torquay, England
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Meadfoot Beach and Little Theatre ...
"Very clean and well maintained property. Friendly staff and great communication."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025

The Osborne Apartments
Astor House

Astor House

4 out of 5
Warren Road, Torquay, England
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Princess Theatre and Inner Harbour ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
Give this a try
"It’s a lovely apartment , amazing views, had everything I needed and was so relaxing."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Astor House
Chelston Dene Holiday Apartments

Chelston Dene Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
Chelston Road, Torquay, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Torquay. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Corbyn Beach and Torre Abbey Sands are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews)
"had another great stay at chelston dene apartments.. close to beach and short walk to Torquay town centre.."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Chelston Dene Holiday Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Princess Theatre

Princess Theatre

4/5(38 reviews)

See a stand-up show, musical or other live production at this much-loved coastal theater, located close to many of Torquay’s most popular attractions.

Princess Theatre
Paignton Beach

Paignton Beach

4/5(37 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paignton Beach during your travels in Paignton? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Paignton Beach
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

4.5/5(74 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Blackpool Sands might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dartmouth. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Blackpool Sands
Babbacombe Beach which includes kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views

Babbacombe Beach

4.5/5(152 reviews)

This unspoiled cove was once the home of fishermen and smugglers. Now it’s a popular beach on the English Riviera coastline.

Babbacombe Beach
Slapton Sands

Slapton Sands

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Slapton Sands during your travels in Kingsbridge? Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Slapton Sands
Paignton Zoo

Paignton Zoo

4.5/5(82 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who call Paignton Zoo home during your trip to Paignton? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Paignton Zoo

Cities near English Riviera

Torquay which includes night scenes, a marina and a coastal town

Torquay

Photo by Gina Lamb

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