Name: The Shirley
Address: Braddons Hill Road East, Torquay, TQ1 1HF, United Kingdom, Braddons Hill Road East, Devon, TQ1 1HF, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $81 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.4

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Hotel The Shirley

Braddons Hill Road East, Torquay, TQ1 1HF, United Kingdom –

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Hotel is in a good location, easy to walk to the harbour/town centre with plenty of places around to eat.

Ian

United Kingdom

Very special property with lots of lovely details keep very tidy and clean. Very friendly owners and a superb breakfast

Robert

Switzerland

The bathroom was spacious and modern. The chandelier was unexpected and lovely. Enjoyed having a lounge available. Lovely, spacious room. Breakfast was delicious! Homemade jams!

Randal

United States of America

breakfast was hot, not greasy. Service was excellent, nothing was too much trouble

Marie

United Kingdom

Wonderful hosts looked after us all the time nothing too much trouble for them and a superb breakfast

Anthony

United Kingdom

Great location for me as it is quiet and not far from where I needed to be in the morning. The breakfast was great and the owners where more they helpful and accommodating. I would stay again.

Brad

United Kingdom

Nick and Chen were the perfect hosts. They made us feel very welcomed into their home and very relaxed too. Breakfast was delicious and a great menu to choose from too. I couldn’t thank them enough for making our stay a lovely and enjoyable weekend away. Would definitely stay again. Thankyou so so much nick and Chen xx

Rachel

United Kingdom

The Hotel was spotlessly clean. The breakfasts were delicious with lots of choice. The location was very convenient for harbour and shops. The owners Nick and Chen were lovely people and nothing was too much trouble for them. The cost of our stay was very reasonable too. We would be happy to return there when visiting Torquay in the future.

Julia

United Kingdom

the hotel owners were very friendly and professional. the rooms were excellent. very well located. the breakfast very good with choice. quiet place and cosy.

Katie

United Kingdom

Very comfortable room, spacious and clean. A lovely house and very friendly hosts. Not too far from the town about a 10 minute walk, so close to restaurants and bars. Would definitely recommend this.

Jackie

United Kingdom

9.8

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What guests loved the most:
“Hotel is in a good location, easy to walk to the harbour/town centre with plenty of places around to eat.”

Ian United Kingdom
“Very special property with lots of lovely details keep very tidy and clean. Very friendly owners and a superb breakfast”

Robert Switzerland
“The bathroom was spacious and modern. The chandelier was unexpected and lovely. Enjoyed having a lounge available. Lovely, spacious room. Breakfast was delicious! Homemade jams!”

Randal United States of America
“breakfast was hot, not greasy. Service was excellent, nothing was too much trouble”

Marie United Kingdom
“Wonderful hosts looked after us all the time nothing too much trouble for them and a superb breakfast”

Anthony United Kingdom
“Great location for me as it is quiet and not far from where I needed to be in the morning. The breakfast was great and the owners where more they helpful and accommodating. I would stay again.”

Brad United Kingdom
“Nick and Chen were the perfect hosts. They made us feel very welcomed into their home and very relaxed too. Breakfast was delicious and a great menu to choose from too.”

Rachel United Kingdom
“The Hotel was spotlessly clean. The breakfasts were delicious with lots of choice. The location was very convenient for harbour and shops.”

Julia United Kingdom
“the hotel owners were very friendly and professional. the rooms were excellent. very well located. the breakfast very good with choice. quiet place and cosy.”

Katie United Kingdom
“Very comfortable room, spacious and clean. A lovely house and very friendly hosts. Not too far from the town about a 10 minute walk, so close to restaurants and bars. Would definitely recommend this.”

Jackie United Kingdom

Stay in the Heart of Torquay –

In a tranquil location, The Shirley offers 4-star family-run guest accommodations, retaining many original Victorian period features, only 5 minutes' walk from the marina.

All rooms are en suite, with a Freeview flat-screen TV, DVD player and free WiFi internet access.

Guests can enjoy award-winning breakfasts in the opulent and beautifully decorated dining room. Using locally sourced produce, the menu includes a full English, American pancakes, smoked salmon and continental options. Gluten-free options are available. There is also a spacious lounge and bar for guests to relax in, as well as a outdoor terrace.

The many shops, restaurants and bars in the surrounding area and marina are a short walk away and the Riviera International Conference Center is also close by.

This is our guests' favorite part of Torquay, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Located in the heart of Torquay, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free private parking available at the hotel

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An Inside Look at The Shirley

The Shirley is a grand yet romantic style guest house with bags of character. It has an enviable position within seven minutes walk of the main harbour and town centre.

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Meadfoot Beach
0.4 miles
HM Revenue & Customs
0.7 miles
Torquay Library
0.7 miles
Torquay Magistrates Court
0.8 miles
Torquay United FC
0.9 miles
Torre Abbey
1 miles
Mount Stuart Hospital
1.3 miles
Torbay Hospital
2 miles
Paignton Beach
2.8 miles
Quaywest Waterpark
3.5 miles

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McColls Supermarket
0.2 miles
Bianco's Restaurant
0.2 miles
Amici's Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles

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Channel Ocean/Sea
0 miles

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Exeter International Airport
19.3 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Comfortable, clean, Nick & Chan are great hosts, breakfast very nice , near town centre, rooms cleaned every day, would recommend .”

Denise

United Kingdom

“The hosts were welcoming. The room was big enough and en-suite with a good shower. The breakfast was good (full English, toasts, cereals, fruit salad...). T...”

Diane

Sweden

9.5

“Warm welcome. Large comfortable lounge. Restaurants and harbour a short walk away. Comfortable bed.”

Norman

United Kingdom

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Check-in

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Check-out

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

This property doesn't offer cribs.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Pets are not allowed.

The Shirley accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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Please note that the onsite parking is limited and operates on a first come, first served basis.

Guests staying at The Shirley can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Check-in at The Shirley is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
Room options at The Shirley include:
- Double
- Single
The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Shirley (subject to availability):
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- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
The prices at The Shirley may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
In total, there are 3 rooms at The Shirley.

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“The bathroom was spacious and modern. The chandelier was unexpected and lovely. Enjoyed having a lounge available. Lovely, spacious room. Breakfast was delicious! Homemade jams!”

“Great location for me as it is quiet and not far from where I needed to be in the morning. The breakfast was great and the owners where more they helpful and accommodating. I would stay again.”

“Nick and Chen were the perfect hosts. They made us feel very welcomed into their home and very relaxed too. Breakfast was delicious and a great menu to choose from too. I couldn’t thank them enough for making our stay a lovely and enjoyable weekend away. Would definitely stay again. Thankyou so so much nick and Chen xx”

“The Hotel was spotlessly clean. The breakfasts were delicious with lots of choice. The location was very convenient for harbour and shops. The owners Nick and Chen were lovely people and nothing was too much trouble for them. The cost of our stay was very reasonable too. We would be happy to return there when visiting Torquay in the future.”

“Very comfortable room, spacious and clean. A lovely house and very friendly hosts. Not too far from the town about a 10 minute walk, so close to restaurants and bars. Would definitely recommend this.”

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Reviewed: September 22, 2019

Brad
United Kingdom
10

“I thought the whole package was great and so given them the rating. I would stay again.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
I liked the whole deal but if I was to be very picky. The driveway and stairs are very steep.
Great location for me as it is quiet and not far from where I needed to be in the morning. The breakfast was great and the owners where more they helpful and accommodating. I would stay again.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 16, 2019

Rachel
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not applicable.. total perfection
Nick and Chen were the perfect hosts. They made us feel very welcomed into their home and very relaxed too. Breakfast was delicious and a great menu to choose from too. I couldn’t thank them enough for making our stay a lovely and enjoyable weekend away. Would definitely stay again. Thankyou so so much nick and Chen xx

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 16, 2019

Julia
United Kingdom
10

“Very enjoyable and would visit there again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was nothing to dislike and we were happy with all aspects of our stay.
The Hotel was spotlessly clean. The breakfasts were delicious with lots of choice. The location was very convenient for harbour and shops. The owners Nick and Chen were lovely people and nothing was too much trouble for them. The cost of our stay was very reasonable too. We would be happy to return there when visiting Torquay in the future.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 13, 2019

Craig
United Kingdom
9.6

“Excellent stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendliness of staff Great breakfast

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 9, 2019

Katie
United Kingdom
10

“comfortable place to stay and clean. breakfast very good. I would recommend a visit.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
the hotel owners were very friendly and professional. the rooms were excellent. very well located. the breakfast very good with choice. quiet place and cosy.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 9, 2019

Jackie
United Kingdom
9.6

“A lovely place to spend the weekend.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very comfortable room, spacious and clean. A lovely house and very friendly hosts. Not too far from the town about a 10 minute walk, so close to restaurants and bars. Would definitely recommend this.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 2, 2019

Helen
United Kingdom
9.6

“Welcoming”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Good value

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 31, 2019

Corin
United Kingdom
10

“Amazing hosts”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was perfect.
Nick and Chen were absolutely amazing hosts,nothing was to much trouble for them. The whole property was clean and fresh,will definitely visit again..5 *****

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 28, 2019

Anna
United Kingdom
10

“the best stay in Torquay ever!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
nothing to complain about.
Wonderful staff Nick and Chen, so welcoming, lovely pot of fresh tea on the arrival and friendly chat . help with luggage and lovely , relaxing check in. room was so lovely, comfy bed and extremely clean, fresh water daily , tea and cofee, even fresh milk in the fridge. super tasty breakfast, nothing seemed to be too much trouble. cant wait to be back.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 26, 2019

Dale
United Kingdom
9.6

“Fantastic place would book in here again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Booked a standard double room and it was well above standard. Owners were very helpful nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was delicios and plentiful.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 24, 2019

Dave
United Kingdom
8.8

“Relaxing and friendly”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
How friendly and welcoming they were to us

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 24, 2019

Michael
United Kingdom
10

“Lovely place lovely couple thank you Mike & Kris..”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely room lovely breakfast very friendly.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 20, 2019

Mandy
United Kingdom
10

“It was great for us as Hotel was lovely.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It’s a very hilly place so wouldn’t recommend if you can’t walk very well.
Lovely couple, very friendly. Made us feel so welcome. Great breakfast! Spotlessly clean. We would definitely recommend to family and friends.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 18, 2019

James
United Kingdom
10

“Very enjoyable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lack of a lift or maybe I couldn't find it?
The couple who ran the Shirley, Nick & Chen, were excellent hosts and couldn't have done more to make us feel welcome and comfortable. The interiors, particularly the dining room were very clean and tastefully decorated.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 17, 2019

Kevin
United Kingdom
10

“Fantastic stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Everything was perfect. Nick and Chen were amazing hosts. Fantastic place. Room was amazing and very clean. Breakfast was amazing. Definitely reccomend to family and friends.

Stayed in August 2019

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	Superior Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Rooms with high quality décor and bathroom facilities Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Radio • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Luxury Double or Twin Room 2 twin beds or 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This room features free Wi-Fi and offers a wall mounted flat-screen Freeview TV with a DVD player. The room offers Egyptian cotton sheets and hot drink making facilities with hot chocolate, fruit teas, biscuits, and sweets. The en-suite shower room features a large curved shower, luxury Duck Island toiletries, and a dressing gown. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Bathrobe • Radio • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Large Single Room 1 queen bed or 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking A cozy en suite double room with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with DVD player, bottled water and tea and coffee making facilities. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Radio • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Pool view • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room features a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Hairdryer • Wake-up service/Alarm clock • Radio • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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