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Diamond Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Torquay with a 24-hour front desk

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The Richmond Hotel, in Torquay City Centre, offers a genuine welcome. Multilingual staff provide attentive service at the 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi in public areas keeps guests connected. Previous visitors value the helpful around-the-clock assistance.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Map
27 Croft Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5UD

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 14 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 43 min drive

About this property

Diamond Hotel

Hotel located in Torquay City Centre
Diamond Hotel provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Richmond Hotel Torquay
Richmond Torquay
The Richmond Hotel Hotel
The Richmond Hotel Torquay
The Richmond Hotel Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Is Diamond Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Diamond Hotel?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Diamond Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Diamond Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Diamond Hotel located?

Located in Torquay City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Riviera International Conference Centre, Torquay Marina and Princess Theatre. Torre Abbey Sands and Torre Abbey are also within 15 minutes. Torquay Station is 14 minutes by foot and Torre Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

Diamond Hotel Reviews

6.4

6.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

4.4

Eco-friendliness

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 313 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Required a lot of up and down climbing to get around
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only nice thing was the view from the room window. Didnt get any sleep due to noisey residents partying until atleast 4am. Hotel desperately needing refurbishing depressive downstairs reception and dining areas. Website very misleading with facilities as there was no bar and no parking This hotel should be closed down as definitely not fit for purpose
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price we paid I was only expecting very basic accommodation - I think a comfortable bed and a warm shower are a minimum expectation whatever the price and on that basis it just about delivers. However, there was a very uncomfortable feeling throughout the whole stay, not helped by other residents coming and going noisily at all hours of the day and night, the shady looking characters hanging around nearby and the barely disguised drug deals we witnessed in the vicinity involving those residents. I don’t believe the hotel or staff had any involvement, but they may want to consider what sort of clientele they want to attract.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Charges for parking outragous
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

TOM

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Basic but worked for me.

Basic hotel with a really friendly reception worker who was great. Brilliant view from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

we always stay at the Richmond hotel when we go away the staff are friendly . Ali on reception is lovely very welcoming and friendly always happy to help with anything or anything and also the manager Shazly very friendly and welcoming and very helpful love staying at this hotel and can’t wait to come back for new year weekend see you again soon kirsty and ry
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Katarzyna

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very old, there is renovation going inside so its mess and dirt everywhere. Think they should close it for now. Room was ok to sleep- nothing else. Kettle and 2 cups provided- no tea coffee etc. Its also not clearly stated but they charge £10 extra for parking per night which is quite expensive. We won't be back anytime soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No cold water for the whole of the 7 days had to buy bottled water to have wash lift never worked for the whole of the stay room not cleaned at all for 7days towels not changed for the whole of the stay bin not emptied for the whole of the stay tea tray not filled up just absolutely disgusting the only thing that was good was the view if I could of found some were else to stay I would have left on day 2
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I didn’t stay I handed the key back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Penny

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful! No running cold water in room, couldn't flush toilet, kettle was disgusting so couldn't use, no cups,no soap. Poor cleanliness. TV okay, bed comfy, clean bedding and towels. Parking advertised but be warned there is a £10 charge per night which I found out on arrival and didn't see mentioned on website.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ramon

Liked: Room comfort

Very cheap, very old and basic. Ok for a night

It is ok for a night. It is very basic so if you are looking for a cheap deal is ok. Disappointed with the water temperature in the shower. Was a bit cold for me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I recently stayed at this hotel and had a very mixed experience. The gentleman on the night shift was extremely rude and arrogant – without doubt the most unpleasant member of staff I’ve ever come across in a hotel. However, the lady on reception in the morning was the complete opposite: very polite, helpful, and welcoming. The owner was also friendly and made an effort, which I really appreciated. That being said, they charge £10 per night for parking, which feels like daylight robbery, especially since you don’t even get a guaranteed parking space for that fee. The condition of the hotel itself isn’t great – it’s definitely in need of some attention – but for the price you pay, it’s decent value. Overall, the stay was acceptable thanks to the morning staff and the owner, but the night staff really lets the place down.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rob

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived at 9.00 Fri evening t He couldn't find any record of my booking, even after showing booking confirmation and reference. The place had a musty smell and a unclean feel to it. It looks as if there has been no attempts of upkeep at the property for years. I did not stay and found somewhere else to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

AnnMarie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked from sept 18-28 but left after 4 days and they would not give us a refund They said we’d have to contact Expedia to get a refund
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT STAY HERE!! On arrival at the hotel in the evening we were told that the parking was £10 per night even though the website I booked through said free parking. We were then told that the lift was out of order, I have read reviews since stating other guests were also told this, but I don't believe that there even IS a lift at the hotel and the staff are told to lie. The girl at the reception was pleasant and polite and I felt sorry for her. There was a man skulking around reception acting strangly and staring at us the whole time we were checking in. We presumed was a member of staff, it was unnerving. We were then told we had to pay for the room (I had to check my bank to find that Expedia had only taken £8 when I thought that I had paid in full) I really wish I had checked the room before paying. As we struggled up the stairs with our luggage, the closer we got alongthe corridor, the dirtier the carpets and walls became. Our room was dingy, smelly and the carpet was disgusting. Old stains on the walls and carpets and cigarette burns on the bathroom window sill. All the furniture was damaged or broken. The bed sheets were dirty and smelt damp. There were lots of dodgy looking men hanging around in the corridor outside our room and we didn't feel safe. We felt that we couldn't stay and left after 10 minutes and booked into the local Travelodge which thankfully had a room available. I can't believe that this place is allowed to run as a hotel, its disgusting and needs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charlie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was terrible we had to wait for a room. The life was out of order the TV was not working we left early shocking hotel would not recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

sukhwinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service by Hotel Staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samantha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’m not sure if it’s called the Richmond Hotel or Diamond Hotel, but either way, I would not recommend staying here. The place felt very dingy and was extremely noisy, making it hard to get a decent night’s sleep. The breakfast was disappointing, just toast and croissants, so if you want any real variety, you’ll need to go elsewhere. The worst part was the shower. It was like playing Russian roulette, swinging from scalding hot (the kind that burns your skin) to freezing cold without warning. Definitely not safe or comfortable. I wasn’t expecting luxury by any means, but wow… this was a real letdown. Save yourself the trouble and book somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the rustic and vintage style, and staff were pretty nice but IT REAAALLY needs renovation. Not satisfied with their breakfast 😆 and hell expensive. No lift. Shower on the 3rd flr was just us flowing like my pee 😆 (not joking). No free parking which is £5 per night. They have pool w/o warmer and cost £10 (I forgot if it's family already or per person , or per swim. Breakfast was just croissants, coffee & tea, and 2 kinds of fruit drinks-that was JUST it. No protein or salads, none. So yeah.. pretty needs good management. It was a lovely sight, and the room given to us has a balcony with a pretty overlooking sea site. 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sam

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel was basic and tidy and reasonably priced. However, it is in need of modernisation and the cleanliness could be better. For example, I had to clean the light switch after entering the room. They have also just opened the swimming pool which is a bonus and a basic breakfast is included.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ignore the bad reviews. This is the second year running I’ve came here with my children. The hotel is clean and the staff are really polite and helpful it’s cheaper than the other hotels in the area as it’s being refurbished the rooms are decent and lovely views if you get a sea room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff really helpful. However hotel is a bit shabby. No food or drink available . Shower a bit temperamental.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was excellent very friendy and keen to help Would like to see this hotel offering breakfast an maybe an evening bar as the views are stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

gareth

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look further a field

Short and sweet: you get what you pay for. Windows wouldn’t open had to put a wedge in so it would, curtains stained with unknown substance. Pillowes we had on our bed was sofa cushions. Bathroom tiles was coming up. My daughters window by her bed would have been easy for anyone to open from outside luckily was was on 3rd floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025