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The Imperial Hotel

4.0 of 5
Park Hill Road, Torquay TQ1 2DG, England (Formerly Barcelo Torquay Imperial Hotel)
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The Imperial Hotel
Ranked #50 of 100 hotels in Torquay
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here when our children were small, around 1990 and it was the height of luxury, so we anticipated a similar experience, this time, without having to attend to the needs of small children. What a disappointment.The hotel has changed hands and has become a run down, shabby establishment where the staff are simply not interested. Our superior room... More

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London
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35 reviews 35 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

I know Torquay is the home of Basil Fawlty but please, do the people who run these hotels never visit themselves. From the moment I arrived things were Fawltyesque. The car park is badly signposted, messy entry barriers, showing a shoddy maintenance. The entrance is grand, but what is with the terrible saxophone musak. I asked the receptionist, she replied... More

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plymouth
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

We paid £99 for one nights stay with a 3 course meal a bottle of wine and breakfast and it was well worth it. The food was lovely the room was very classic with a fantastic ocean view and the location to Torquay city centre is 5 minutes walk. would definitley stay here again.

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Minehead, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

We stayed here on a Travel Zoo deal - dinner, complimentary wine, bed and breakfast plus late check out. The hotel is a little shabby now and could really do with an overhaul/update, not to the standard of other hotels at this rating I have stayed at. Our room was very dated, although clean. There was no wine left for... More

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Newton Abbot, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Excellent sea view room. Dinner and breakfast was first class. Leisure facilities are very good, with a lovely warm swimming pool. Staff and service were excellent. Hotel is in an excellent location, 5 minutes walk from the harbour, shops and pubs etc.

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England
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53 reviews 53 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
183 helpful votes 183 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

I stayed here with a friend on the Thursday before Good Friday. After as arching for mid price hotels in the bay at £68.00 for a twin with breakfast this was only £8.00 more than room only at a premier inn... We joked about an upgrade upon booking in and were given an enormous room with a large balcony overlooking... More

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Swindon, United Kingdom
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Had a two night deal at this hotel. Really good deal. Room excellent with stunning views of the bay. Food was excellent and same views were in the restaurant. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Altogether a very good experience. The outside needs some attention as it looks quite dated and worn. There is also no area where you... More

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Fareham, United Kingdom
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34 reviews 34 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

My wife and I stayed here on a great deal and enjoyed a wonderful couple of nights. The windows in our room allowed us to wake up and get a full view looking out to sea without gatting out of bed. Whilst not perhaps the luxury of the old Imperial Hotel it is still great value for money particularly if... More

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Hereford, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

great service, lovely room, perfect location for torquay, pool was lovely and warm as was jacuzzi, breakfast was probably the best i have ever had - endless and varied choice. we did have to pay for parking, but had expected that.

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Bath, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Just got back from a night at this hotel, as part of a promotional offer including dinner and wine. What a fab deal! We were a bit nervous when we pulled up as the outside definitely needs some TLC, but don't be put off. Once we were inside the lobby the interior was lovely. The views from the restaurant and... More

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Additional Information about The Imperial Hotel

Also Known As:
Imperial Hotel Torquay
Barcelo Torquay
Imperial Torquay
Torquay Imperial Hotel
Hotel Imperial Torquay
The Imperial Hotel Torquay, Devon
Address: Park Hill Road, Torquay TQ1 2DG, England (Formerly Barcelo Torquay Imperial Hotel)
Region: United Kingdom > England > Devon > English Riviera > Torquay
Amenities:
Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#9 On the Beach Hotels in Torquay
#11 Business Hotels in Torquay
#12 Luxury Hotels in Torquay
#31 Family Hotels in Torquay
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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