Providing water sports facilities and free Wifi, The Norwood provides accommodations in the center of Torquay. Housed in a building dating back to 19th century, this guest house is 7.1 miles from Newton Abbot Racecourse and 22 miles from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. The accommodation features full-day security and daily room service for guests. At the guest house, all units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. A fridge and kettle are also provided. You can play mini-golf and tennis at this 4-star guest house, and the area is popular for snorkeling and diving. If you'd like to discover the area, cycling and fishing are possible in the surrounding area. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Torre Abbey Sands Beach, Corbyn Beach, and Livermead Beach. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 25 miles from The Norwood.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Torquay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room Type
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2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Maarten
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Really great hospitality. The owners both have long time 5 star experience. Great vibe and energy. Lovely breakfast. Just a great stay, thank you.
  • A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    lovely comfortable clean bed & fabulous breakfast:)
  • Bennie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners were more than accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. The service was impeccable, lovely food, well kept bedrooms, warm and comfy They even allowed us to check in 3 hours early. Will definitely be back!

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 449 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

The Norwood is set in the heart of Torquay. Situated in the popular Belgravia area of this attractive English Riviera resort, we are just a stroll from the seafront, town centre, Riviera Conference Centre and all local attractions. We pride ourselves on living up to our 4 Star Guest Accommodation rating, providing the comfort, amenities and hospitality we hope will compliment your stay in Torbay. We provide a quality holiday experience by focusing on old-fashioned hospitality, clean, comfortable rooms and beautifully presented, home-cooked food. Our aim is to give our guests space to relax, whilst being on hand to assist. Our bedrooms are tastefully decorated with an air of spacious elegance. All rooms are en-suite and benefit from central heating, remote controlled colour TV, FreeView TV, alarm clock/radio, hair dryer, welcome tray and complimentary toiletries. For a hint of luxury, a deluxe four poster room with a king-sized bed is available. Our dining room is comfortable and relaxing and each room has its own table. There is an excellent choice of breakfast from traditional Full English to a lighter option. A hearty three-course dinner is available by prior arrangement i...

Neighborhood info

The Norwood is located in the popular Belgravia area of Torquay within easy reach of the town centre, Torre Abbey Sands, Princess Theatre, Riviera Conference Centre, Torre Abbey and all local amenities and attractions.

Languages Spoken

English,Hindi

Area info

Amenities of The Norwood
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Snorkeling
  • Diving
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Tennis court
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hindi

House rules

The Norwood takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and up are allowed)

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash The Norwood accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 AM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag, or similar parties.

Please inform The Norwood of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 11:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Norwood

  • The Norwood is 0.7 miles from the center of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Norwood include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Quad
    • Triple

  • Check-in at The Norwood is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from The Norwood. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Norwood may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Norwood offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Beach