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Reviews of The Somerville 5 stars

515 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, TQ1 1HJ, United Kingdom

#16 of 103 B&Bs and Inns in Torquay

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Review score

Based on 170 B&B reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    Excellent stay in Torquay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind.

    Peter and Helen were extremely friendly and accommodating. Room was excellent in size, comfort and cleanliness. Couldn't really fault the room at all. Location is excellent with a short walk to superb eateries, bars and the harbour. Breakfast was excellent with a huge selection of pastries, fruits, cereals, yogurts, fresh honey and more along with an excellent cooked breakfast. Peter, Helen and staff were amazing hosts in the morning and nothing was too much trouble. All in all, if I was to visit Torquay again I would definitely check here first for availability especially as a couple.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    The most perfect place to stay in Torquay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike !

    This place is exceptional, above & beyond our expectations. Peter & Helen were the most delightful hosts . Breakfast was the best we’ve ever had & nothing to much trouble. Always there for local knowledge & best places to go . We have been to Torquay several times& when we go back we will be booking at this great find .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Great stay at the Somerville
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Daily home made cakes Really good breakfast Honesty Bar Easy Parking Personable hosts

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    10
    Pleasant stay and friendly host excellent choice of breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to dislike

    The property was clean with attention to detail. Nice decor and well presented.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely loved staying here even if it was for only 1 night. Peter was an exceptional host,nothing to much bother,very helpful,great conversationalist,all round legend. Thank you for making our stay welcoming. Great B & B ,very clean,good room,great comfy bed and a fantastic breakfast. Would definitely be going back.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    10
    Very relaxing break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely big room very comfortable , very clean , great location superb breakfast , great hosts

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    9.0
    A lovely place to stay in Torquay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Plenty of parking spaces. Friendly welcoming staff. Excellent breakfast with quality ingredients used. Home baked cakes a different one every day.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    10
    Very enjoyable stay in an excellent place. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for accommodation in Torquay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In all honesty there wasn’t anything we didn’t like about the property.

    We booked based on the reviews and were not disappointed. Room was excellent, comfortable bed and seating area to relax. En-suite was spotless and well equipped with modern facilities. Location of the property was perfect just a stroll from the harbour and all the local restaurants. Private secure parking. Excellent breakfast, a great choice of continental with fruit pastries etc. with cooked options to order made to perfection. In addition, the dining room was spacious and with lovely views of the bay. Great hosting from Peter with plenty of great advice and recommendations on things to do and see during our stay. A bonus was the home made cakes baked daily by Helen which were delicious.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful healthy breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    This is a five star property breakfast is amazing healthy I will be back thank you very much for a beautiful stay

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2025

    10
    Excellent will definitely return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing.

    Breakfast very good indeed , a very good selection of food for all tastes. Helen and Peter are a charming couple who make sure you’re stay will be very enjoyable.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    9.0
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Seating in the room was a little largw for the room

    Excellent breakfast !0/10

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful hosts brilliant breakfasts & attention to detail
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well thought out beautifully decorated

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Every was perfect. 1 1

    The Hosts Peter & Helen, they were fantastic through out the stay, Location,The room, Breakfast

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Peter and Helen are such lovely hosts. This was a very last minute booking, as they had a cancellation so we got lucky. We read about the breakfast and it really was fabulous. Location to town was great too. The room was beautiful. couldn't fault the place.would highly recommend .

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    10
    Thoroughly enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, cleanliness, comfort, friendliness of Peter & Helen - nothing was too much trouble for them. Breakfast was so lovely, everything fresh and lots of homemade items which were excellent, including Helen’s delicious cakes which we enjoyed in the lovely garden. Peter & Helen are excellent hosts and we wouldn’t hesitate to return. We would highly recommend a visit to The Somerville.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything. The room was great, really big and comfortable. All was very clean. Great location and safe car park. Breakfast was excellent and great variety. Great quality ingredients. We stayed 2 nights, and we would love to repeat this break again.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    10
    Wonderfully relaxing place to be. Peter was a mine of information about Torquay and beyond supported by his lovely wife,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was all good.

    Proximity to the centre of the town. Attractive building and gardens. Comfortable rooms. Excellent breakfast and wonderful hosts.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    10
    Great location and fantastic breakfast spread
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was convenient for town centre and near bus stop. There was free parking. The decor was homely and inviting and there was a lovely, well tended garden. Very attentive host who knew everything about the local area and a fabulous breakfast spread with exceptional choice and great quality.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    10
    Very enjoyable and comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The property was in a good location a short walk to shops and the harbour. It was very well maintained with beautiful gardens and a car park.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    10
    Faultless stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Clean, tidy and “different”. Excellent hosts. First class breakfast.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    10
    A perfect getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Peter and Helen were the perfect hosts and nothing was too much trouble. It was one of the best breakfasts.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    10
    Excellent location and wonderful breakfast. Very comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable beds. Wonderful breakfast and very helpful and friendly hosts.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2025

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and lots of facilities

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    9.0
    Would look to stay again if we visit the area
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The small step between bathroom and bedroom

    Stayed in May 2025

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