- Sea view
- Garden
- Pet friendly
- Swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
- Bathtub
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
About this property
Decorated in Mediterranean style and built in 1866, this hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the center of Torquay and offers stunning bay views, large bright rooms, swimming pools and a health club. The Imperial Hotel sits on top of a cliff and overlooks Torquay and the yachts on the water. The beach, Torre Abbey and English Riviera Center are all within walking distance. This 4-star hotel offers a gym, spa, sun loungers, sauna and hot tub. Squash and tennis courts are available, and massages and treatments can be booked. Exquisite cuisine is served in the AA-rosette Regatta restaurant, which also offers fine wines and panoramic views of Torbay. Light snacks are available in the conservatory and Britannia Bar. Rooms are bright and airy, and have seating areas with armchairs and coffee tables.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Beachfront
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jean
Canada
“The room was clean and very cheerful looking. The breakfast was excellent.everything was perfect” - Chloe
United Kingdom
“It was huge! I wasn’t expecting to have a separate bedroom and lounge! Very spacious and comfortable” - Debra
United Kingdom
“Views are amazing. Staff very helpful. Beds really comfortable” - Fredbarnes
United Kingdom
“The view was stunning as we requested a superior room, It was better than we had anticipated. All the staff were friendly and very helpfull from Arival to our departure.” - Cox
United Kingdom
“Our view was outstanding. Room 44. The balcony was a bonus Room was spacious and facilities in the room great. Beds were really comfortable and good quality.” - Bob
United Kingdom
“The room was a lovely size with a balcony and a fantastic view over the bay and harbor .” - Elaine
United Kingdom
“love the sea view room and the breakfast, and the view of breakfast” - Eva
United States
“Very nice room with great view. Very nice afternoon tea.” - Sharon
United Kingdom
“Deluxe room with sea view & balcony worth the little extra. Very comfortable room with beautiful views. Pleasant lounge area and large bar seating area.Good breakfast choices. Friendly staff. Quiet location.Easy walk into town & harbour.” - Kerry
United Kingdom
“We didn’t have breakfast at the hotel for two adults and two children would have cost 60 pounds. The location was ideal was lovely stay the hotel was clean staff were very helpful.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Regatta
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that there is a smart-casual dress code in the hotel restaurant.
When booking 10 rooms or more, or 10 room nights or more, different policies and rules will apply. (Such as prepayment 14 days prior to arrival and rooms becoming nonrefundable, please contact hotel direct for more information)
The pool is sometimes used for swimming lessons (check for times). Guests can still use the pool at these times. Children are welcome to use the swimming pool until 19.30. The outdoor pool is heated and accessible at the weekends throughout the summer months and is weather dependent.
If guests wish to dine in the restaurant for an evening meal dinner reservations are required. Please note that children aged 5 and over will be charged for breakfast and dinner as taken if they are not on an inclusive package.
Guests will be required to present the payment card used to make the reservation upon check in. Failure to present the original card will result in the deposit payment being refunded back to the original card and a new charge being taken from the card presented at the hotel.
If guest wishes to pay with cash, photo ID is required, either a passport or drivers license. This must be presented alongside the payment card used to reserve the room.
Dogs are only allowed permitted in certain rooms (sea facing and on the garden level), this is subject to availability and by prior arrangement. You must contact the property if you wish to bring a dog; there is an additional charge if you are bringing a dog. Please note that not all room types can accommodate dogs and that dogs are not permitted in areas where food is served or in any of the leisure/pool areas.
Please note that not all room types have balcony access. Please consult the room descriptions.