A Delightful and Spacious 55 en-suite Bedroom Hotel
Torquay, Devon
A charming 55-room hotel, each featuring en-suite facilities, ideally situated just a short stroll from Torquay’s vibrant harbour, seafront, and bustling town centre. This successful, owner-operated business boasts an array of inviting amenities, including several lounge areas, a spacious dining room, games room, bar, and manager’s accommodation. Guests can enjoy a large terrace with well-maintained gardens and ample parking for two coaches and approximately 20 vehicles. The business is supported by a loyal team of staff, with numbers increasing during the busy summer months. Offered as a turnkey opportunity, the sale includes a comprehensive handover and training to ensure a seamless transition and continued success.
The hotel’s location is superb, just a short walk from Torquay’s picturesque marina and harbour, as well as the scenic esplanade, which offers stunning views across Torbay towards Paignton and Brixham. Within proximity are the main shopping precinct, the Princess Theatre, a range of excellent restaurants, and the Riviera International Conference Centre. Convenient access to major road networks, as well as nearby train and bus stations, adds to the property’s appeal.
This family-run coach touring business has thrived for over 20 years and is now being offered for sale due to retirement. It operates with a mix of full-time and part-time staff, which has proven highly effective in managing costs. During the winter months, the current owners opt for a flexible opening schedule to maintain a healthy work-life balance. However, strong demand provides a full itinerary for 2025, and bookings for 2026 are already getting very busy. Actual trading figures will be made available following a successful formal viewing.
The hotel primarily caters to large groups and generated an impressive forward group bookings because of the good customer reviews / feedback. Additionally, there is significant potential to diversify the business model by converting the property into self-contained holiday apartments or transforming it into a smaller, upmarket boutique hotel. Trading accounts are available to serious buyers following a successful formal viewing.
ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
Entrance through double doors to:
Reception Floor
Reception Area
6.20m x 4.54m
A welcoming space with a bespoke reception desk and office and storage rooms to the rear (previously a one-bedroom apartment for the manager). Several windows to the front make this space bright and airy, with a staircase providing access to the ground floor kitchens and dining room.
Lounge
5.15m x 3.90m
A quiet space with comfortable sofas, coffee tables, a TV, and a window overlooking the gardens to the rear.
Games Room
6.19m x 4.68m
Featuring a pool table, gambling machines, and comfortable seating.
Entertainment Room
12.24m x 11.45m
A substantial open-plan space with a stage, dance floor, and comfortable seating for over 100 people. Windows and doors lead to a large terrace.
Double doors from the entertainment and reception area lead to:
Bar
4.45m x 4.44m
This area benefits from bench and bar seating and a bespoke bar counter equipped with pumps, post-mix, refrigeration, and all the necessary equipment for catering to large volumes of people.
Steps down to:
Ground Floor
Dining Room
11.50m x 11.36m
A large room with a breakfast bar and tables and chairs accommodating over 100 people. Windows and a door to the rear make the space bright and airy.
Kitchens
The extensive kitchens are well-equipped for catering to large groups and include all the necessary appliances for events.
LINEN & STOREROOM
Throughout the property there are many storage and linen rooms on all floors.
Letting Accommodation
The property offers 55 en-suite rooms classified as follows:
Reception Floor
8 x Double Bedrooms
5 x Twin Bedrooms
2 x Single Bedrooms
1 x Family Bedroom
Ground Floor
1 x Double Bedroom
1 x Family Bedroom
First Floor
10 x Double Bedrooms
10 x Twin Bedrooms
5 x Single Bedrooms
2 x Family Bedrooms
Second Floor
1 x Double Bedroom
3 x Twin Bedrooms
1 x Family Bedroom
Garden and Terrace
A substantial decked terrace is accessible from the entertainment room or the garden, with numerous tables and chairs. Steps lead to delightful garden areas for customers to enjoy, with access via the side of the property.
Parking
This is available at the front and rear of the premises, accommodating 2 x coaches and approximately 20 x vehicles.
Business Booking Sites
While occupancy predominantly comes from coach tours, the business also utilises online booking platforms, including Booking.com, Trivago, Agoda, Bhhotel, Expedia, and more.
Services
The property benefits from electricity, gas, water supply, sewage, broadband, and telephone connections. (None of these services have been tested by the agents Ware Commercial.)
Rateable Value
Please enquire via the local valuation website (VOA) at www.voa.gov.uk.
Tenure
Freehold.
Viewings
All viewings are to be conducted strictly by appointment via the agents Ware Commercial.
Contact:
Tel: 01803 328880 or 01392 462266
Email: [email protected] Website: www.warecommercial.com
Misrepresentation Act
Misrepresentation Act 1967. The Particulars are not considered a formal offer, they are for information only and give a general idea of the property. They are not to be taken as forming any part of a resulting contract nor be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Whilst every care is taken in their preparation, no liability can be accepted for their accuracy. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of these particulars.
A Delightful and Spacious 55 en-suite Bedroom Hotel
Torquay
£1,400,000 Freehold462-466 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1HN
A charming 55-room hotel, each featuring en-suite facilities, ideally situated just a short stroll from Torquay’s vibrant harbour, seafront, and bustling town centre. This successful, owner-operated business boasts an array of inviting amenities, including several lounge areas, a spacious dining room, games room, bar, and manager’s accommodation. Guests can enjoy a large terrace with well-maintained gardens and ample parking for two coaches and approximately 20 vehicles. The business is supported by a loyal team of staff, with numbers increasing during the busy summer months. Offered as a turnkey opportunity, the sale includes a comprehensive handover and training to ensure a seamless transition and continued success.
The hotel’s location is superb, just a short walk from Torquay’s picturesque marina and harbour, as well as the scenic esplanade, which offers stunning views across Torbay towards Paignton and Brixham. Within proximity are the main shopping precinct, the Princess Theatre, a range of excellent restaurants, and the Riviera International Conference Centre. Convenient access to major road networks, as well as nearby train and bus stations, adds to the property’s appeal.
This family-run coach touring business has thrived for over 20 years and is now being offered for sale due to retirement. It operates with a mix of full-time and part-time staff, which has proven highly effective in managing costs. During the winter months, the current owners opt for a flexible opening schedule to maintain a healthy work-life balance. However, strong demand provides a full itinerary for 2025, and bookings for 2026 are already getting very busy. Actual trading figures will be made available following a successful formal viewing.
The hotel primarily caters to large groups and generated an impressive forward group bookings because of the good customer reviews / feedback. Additionally, there is significant potential to diversify the business model by converting the property into self-contained holiday apartments or transforming it into a smaller, upmarket boutique hotel. Trading accounts are available to serious buyers following a successful formal viewing.
ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
Entrance through double doors to:
Reception Floor
Reception Area
6.20m x 4.54m
A welcoming space with a bespoke reception desk and office and storage rooms to the rear (previously a one-bedroom apartment for the manager). Several windows to the front make this space bright and airy, with a staircase providing access to the ground floor kitchens and dining room.
Lounge
5.15m x 3.90m
A quiet space with comfortable sofas, coffee tables, a TV, and a window overlooking the gardens to the rear.
Games Room
6.19m x 4.68m
Featuring a pool table, gambling machines, and comfortable seating.
Entertainment Room
12.24m x 11.45m
A substantial open-plan space with a stage, dance floor, and comfortable seating for over 100 people. Windows and doors lead to a large terrace.
Double doors from the entertainment and reception area lead to:
Bar
4.45m x 4.44m
This area benefits from bench and bar seating and a bespoke bar counter equipped with pumps, post-mix, refrigeration, and all the necessary equipment for catering to large volumes of people.
Steps down to:
Ground Floor
Dining Room
11.50m x 11.36m
A large room with a breakfast bar and tables and chairs accommodating over 100 people. Windows and a door to the rear make the space bright and airy.
Kitchens
The extensive kitchens are well-equipped for catering to large groups and include all the necessary appliances for events.
LINEN & STOREROOM
Throughout the property there are many storage and linen rooms on all floors.
Letting Accommodation
The property offers 55 en-suite rooms classified as follows:
Reception Floor
8 x Double Bedrooms
5 x Twin Bedrooms
2 x Single Bedrooms
1 x Family Bedroom
Ground Floor
1 x Double Bedroom
1 x Family Bedroom
First Floor
10 x Double Bedrooms
10 x Twin Bedrooms
5 x Single Bedrooms
2 x Family Bedrooms
Second Floor
1 x Double Bedroom
3 x Twin Bedrooms
1 x Family Bedroom
Garden and Terrace
A substantial decked terrace is accessible from the entertainment room or the garden, with numerous tables and chairs. Steps lead to delightful garden areas for customers to enjoy, with access via the side of the property.
Parking
This is available at the front and rear of the premises, accommodating 2 x coaches and approximately 20 x vehicles.
Business Booking Sites
While occupancy predominantly comes from coach tours, the business also utilises online booking platforms, including Booking.com, Trivago, Agoda, Bhhotel, Expedia, and more.
Services
The property benefits from electricity, gas, water supply, sewage, broadband, and telephone connections. (None of these services have been tested by the agents Ware Commercial.)
Rateable Value
Please enquire via the local valuation website (VOA) at www.voa.gov.uk.
Tenure
Freehold.
Viewings
All viewings are to be conducted strictly by appointment via the agents Ware Commercial.
Contact:
Tel: 01803 328880 or 01392 462266
Email: [email protected] Website: www.warecommercial.com
Misrepresentation Act 1967: The Particulars are not considered a formal offer, they are for information only and give a general idea of the property. They are not to be taken as forming any part of a resulting contract nor be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Whilst every care is taken in their preparation, no liability can be accepted for their accuracy. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by personal inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of these particulars.