The Grand is a very pleasant hotel just minutes away from the beach it also has an outdoor swimming pool should the British Weather allow... more »
The Grand is a very pleasant hotel just minutes away from the beach it also has an outdoor swimming pool should the British Weather allow you to use it!!!(1005PH) This ia a traditional whitewashed Victorian Hotel built in the late 19th century. It has touched of 1930's Art Deco in its external design whereas internally it has facilities to match any modern built hotel. The hotel occupies pride of place on the Torbay seafront, commanding majestic views over the bay and out to sea. It hase recently undergone a sympathetic restoration that has exposed its magnificent Victorian and Art Deco architectural characteristics. The result is a perfect blend of modernity mixed with the opulence and grandeur of bygone days, when hotels were the places for society to be seen.
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The 4 Star- AA Rosette Grand Hotel occupies pride of place on the Torbay seafront- commanding majestic views over the bay and out to sea. Since being purchased by the Richardson Group in 2001- it has undergone a sympathetic restoration that has exposed its magnificent Victorian and Art Deco architectural characteristics. The result is a perfect blend of modernity mixed with the opulence and grandeur of bygone days- when hotels were the places for society to be seen. The hotel has 131 bedrooms- 7 of which are Premier suites. The majority of rooms embrace the wonderful sea view and Torbay coastline. All are decorated to a high standard and include all of the facilities and extras you would expect in a 4 Star hotel. In addition to all the comforts and leisure facilities you would expect in a hotel- The Grand has one of the most advanced conference facilities in the south west- accommodating from 4 to 250 delegates and is also a sought after wedding venue. Whatever the weather- the comfort and luxury of the Grand has something to offer everyone. For the more active- there is the Grand Leisure Suite with its 15m swimming pool- Jacuzzi- sauna and sun bed as well as a multi-gym. In the summer- there's the pleasure of an outdoor pool- complete with fountain-plenty of space in which to soak up the suns rays from the comfort of a sun lounger. Dining at the Grand hotel in its award winning Gainsborough restaurant is a delightful experience Dinner is a leisurely feast with an excellent menu boasting locally sourced ingredients. The hotel boasts its own bakery and even supplies local companies. The spacious and elegant Compass Lounge and library- with its feature bar and huge picture windows that provide great views- is a welcoming place to sit and just watch the world go by. The Compass Lounge is ideal to relax and watch the world go by- meet friends for lunch or afternoon tea -or log onto your laptop with free WIFI in the compass lounge.
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37 year old female with a luxury budget, traveling for business
The Grand hotel is in a great setting; right opposite the sea. A very grand building from bygone age. It is very close to the train station in Torquay. Parking appears a bit tricky - there is a garage around the back for a limited number of cars - that can also valet your car at a cost. Reception can also give you passes to park elsewhere.
Reception is beautiful and the staff most helpful.
Restaurant is in a lovely setting but quite expensive, i felt for food and drink. Only offers a set 4 course menu. Food however is lovely and service is very good.
One stop i had a great double room although paying less than other stay with a small, pokey single room.
25 year old male with a luxury budget, traveling for leisure
The hotel is located immediately next to Torquay train station, so it's excellent for location. The decor of the main lobby and lounge is exactly what you would expect from a four star hotel, but the rooms are a little dated and facilities could have been better.
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