Barceló Torquay Imperial Hotel

With breathtaking views of the English Riviera, from the Barceló Imperial Hotel you can watch the yachts sail by and the sun set on this stunning stretch of coastline. This historical hotel has entertained notable guests including Emperor Napoleon III, the Queen of Holland and King Edward VII. The hotel continues the tradition of excellence with its beautiful marble floors, superb dining and impeccable service. There is an outside car park and garage (must be pre-booked), both available on a first-come basis at an additional cost. The hotel offers the excellent health facilities listed below, as well as a gym, sunbeds, squash courts and a pool table. Please note that the swimming pool is sometimes used for swimming lessons (check for times). Guests can still use the pool at these times.

Hotel Services

Concierge Services

Concierge
24-Hour Front Desk
Safety Deposit Boxes
Dry Cleaning / Laundry Service
Express Check out

Self Parking
Local Taxi Company - Torbay Cab Co - 1.602 kms
Tel No. of Taxi Company:01803 213521

Children's Services

Cots / Cribs
Baby Sitting services
Childrens Menus
Child friendly focus & attitude
High Chairs

Business Services

Personal fax hire
Internet access
Meeting Facilities
Black & White photocopying
Document laminating
Fax service
TV & Video hire
Audio equipment
Flip Charts

Beauty and Body Care

Massage
Aromatherapy
Beauty Treatments
Facial Treatments
Sunbed

Dining and Entertainment

Restaurant
Lounge / Bar

Sports and Relaxation

Directions

Motorway or Main Road: M5
Juntion No: J31
Airport: Exeter - is 37 miles from the hotel
Port / Ferrycrossing: Plymouth
Major Train Station:Newton Abbot
Local Train Station: Torquay

From the M5: - Exit at junction 31 onto the A38 and follow signs for Torquay. - Exit for the A380 and follow this road into Torquay. - Once on the seafront road, head left, keeping the sea and then the harbour on your right-hand side. - The hotel is just up the hill from the harbour on the right-hand side of the road.

Please note that all direction instructions will be included in the reservation confirmation e-mail that you recieve after the booking has been completed

How to Book

Our instant, online booking service is fast, convenient and secure. We keep our availability up-to-the-minute so you can book your hotel online with complete confidence. You may book as many rooms as you like for any dates that you need. Once you have made your reservation, you will receive confirmation by email with our details and directions - all you need to do is turn up!

You will then need to select the dates you wish to stay for, and then go on to choose your rooms. You'll also need to provide us with your contact information and credit card details. Credit card details are required as a guarantee - your card is not charged until you finish your stay at the hotel.

How to cancel

If you need to cancel a booking please go to the cancellation page. After you have made a booking you will recieve a reservation confirmation e-mail with a link to this cancellation page. All you need to do is enter your email address - you will then be shown your current bookings. To cancel a booking follow the simple instructions. This will inform us of the cancellation, and send you a confirmation email. Please note a cancellation charge may apply, depending on how far in advance you make the cancellation.

For further information about the security of your information and our privacy policy, please follow the links below.

Hotel Policies

Checkin & Checkout

Check in hours are from 15:00 and onwards.
Check out is required before 12:00 hours.

Children

All children are charged at adult rates

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted:

Reservations

CANCELLATION POLICY: null COMMENTS: Please note that there is a smart-casual dress code in the hotel restaurant.

Local Attractions

Kents Cavern, Torquay

Visit the famous prehistoric caves, viewing fossil remains, stalactites and stalagmites.Follow the paths trodden by our ancestors. Tours operate all year round and can be a fascinating trip for everyone, from both a historical and geological aspect.

Paignton Environmental Park

Large Zoo/Enviromenal park with hundreds of animals to view and interact with. Shop, cafe and educational information available.

Woodlands Leisure Park, Darmouth

A fun filled family day out. Fun packed action for all the family with thrills aplenty for every age. Ride, slide, climb and swing around the safest and zippiest venture zones anywhere.

Eden Project, Cornwall

Converted quarry housing Environmentally based biomes, educational centre, cafes, shop, nursery, and thousands of tropical and native plant species. Attracted 3 million visitors to date and plans for 3rd biome submitted.

Guest Reviews

Robert from Bonita Springs United States;US gave Barceló Torquay Imperial Hotel a rating of Fair

"NOT A FIVE STAR HOTEL."

"Location"

"Poor service in dining room and at front desk"

Rooms

Retaining the charm and character of this majestic riviera hotel, these rooms are classically decorated with traditional furnishings. The rooms are light and airy.

Retaining the charm and character of this majestic Riviera hotel, these sea-facing rooms are classically decorated with traditional furnishings. The rooms are light and airy and include a either a private balcony or terrace.

Retaining the charm and character of this majestic riviera hotel, our standard single rooms are classically decorated with traditional furnishings. The rooms are light and airy and include a seating area with easy chairs and coffee table and include quality features such as wireless internet access, complimentary refreshment trays, iron & iron board. The traditional ensuites are the perfect place to unwind and relax using the complimentary toiletries.

Retaining the charm and character of this majestic riviera hotel, our standard twin rooms are classically decorated with traditional furnishings. The rooms are light and airy and include a seating area with easy chairs and coffee table and include quality features such as wireless internet access, complimentary refreshment trays, iron & iron board. The traditional ensuites are the perfect place to unwind and relax using the complimentary toiletries.