Glenorleigh Hotel - Torquay

4-star Victorian family-run hotel in Torquay with a heated outdoor pool and free breakfast for children under 14

Amenities & Grounds

Glenorleigh Hotel Torquay has a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool set in a Mediterranean-style garden with feature palms and sun terrace. The hotel offers a games room with a billiards table and a shared lounge with TV, all overlooking the pool area. A well-stocked on-site bar serves premium drinks, and free private parking is available on the property.

Accommodation

Each en suite bedroom at Glenorleigh Torquay has a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and complimentary toiletries; some rooms also include a bathtub. Family room configurations cater to larger groups, with options for a family suite that sleeps up to 5 guests in separate rooms. Allergy-free rooms and a designated smoking area are available on request.

Dining & Breakfast

A cooked-to-order English breakfast with vegetarian options is offered each morning for a fee of £10 per adult; children aged 14 and under eat for free when accompanied by a paying adult. Breakfast must be requested 2-7 days before arrival, and it includes a cold buffet with fresh fruit salad, yogurts, pastries, and quality cereals. A kid-friendly buffet and wine or champagne are available at the on-site bar.

Family & Children's Offerings

Glenorleigh provides an indoor play area, board games and puzzles, and a shallow end in the heated pool with pool toys for children. The games room with billiards and the shared lounge give families extra space to relax, while the garden and sun terrace offer outdoor seating. Personalized recommendations from the owners help families plan day trips to nearby attractions like Paignton Zoo and Babbacombe Model Village.

Location & Local Area

The Glenorleigh is situated in a quiet conservation area, 480 metres from Torre train station and a 15-minute walk from Torquay Beach. Torquay Harbour is 2 km away, and Paignton Zoo is a short drive from the hotel. Babbacombe Model Village and the historic Torre Abbey are within walking distance, making the hotel a convenient base for exploring the English Riviera.

• Location: Quiet conservation area, 480 m from Torre station and 15 min walk to Torquay Beach
• Accommodation: Family suites sleeping up to 5, allergy-free rooms available
• Dining: Cooked-to-order English breakfast with free kids' meals for under-14s
• Family: Heated pool with shallow end, indoor play area, board games and billiards
• Amenities: Seasonal outdoor heated pool, Mediterranean garden, on-site bar with premium drinks