The Downs, Babbacombe

What an amazing time we had,staying here,the views from our room with balcony was amazing,at night the whole road has colourful lights going all the way down to the theatre.our bed was a super kingsize with amples of room,fresh white linen,so comfy.the hosts kate and Ed are really lovely people,down to earth,chatty,friendly,helpful.Eds breakfasts are amazing,especially his fresh homemade omelette,we had mushroom but you can have cheese,bacon,mushroom.everythink is fresh local produce,just the best.parking is just around the back of the property in a car park run by the council,you can pay daily or platform a permit if staying longer.There is live music every Friday next door if you like a singalong. We shall be booking again.but thankyou Ed and late for a wonderful 5 days 😊

Downs babbacombe The hotel is good with a queen size bed and overlooks the seafront. However it is a lot more exxpensive than the hotel next door. We didnt have a breakfast as they only serve until 9.15am

Thank you for a amazing time at your hotel,we had the best time,and look forward to returning in the near future,which will be September,as we enjoy our time so much.👍 Your food was amazing,bedroom was comfortable and we slept so well,with a awesome view of the sea.

Fantastic breakfast! Lovely position with great views over the bay, room was small but had everything we needed, breakfast was fantastic!

The Downs Hotel in Babbacombe occupies a central location on the Babbacombe Downs. Many of its rooms overlook the stunning coastal view and have little balconies. Ed and Kate the proprietors, provide a freshly cooked hearty breakfast with lots of options including fresh fruit, croissant straight from the oven as well as the more traditional full English. So you won't go hungry. The hotel does not provide an evening meal but there are other little restaurants and bars within walking distance that can and the variety is comprehensive. Our room had an enormous bed that was extremely comfortable ensuring an excellent nights sleep. The room was spotless with lots of fresh towels and hot water. The staff are very helpful and considerate at all times and cannot do enough for you. We felt that we had been looked after and we had received incredible service and value for money. The best of the English Riviera is on the doorstep just across a quiet street beyond the green swathe of parkland. At one end there is the Babbacombe theatre where there is a weekly and weekend show during the summer months.There are fabulous views of the coast, the beach at Oddicombe is a brilliantly sheltered place to take the family for a swim. There is a small cafe where you can order lunch, refreshments and ice creams and a vernacular railway that can ferry you up and down the cliff if you have over indulged. There are also footpaths that lead along the coast to Babbacombe Quay. A nice 10 minute stroll. The shops are not far away, the 122 open topped double decker bus runs past the hotel every 30 minutes and this will take you to Torquay and Paignton and back , or as one driver shouted out 'to infinity and beyond!' We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Downs Hotel in Babbacombe and I wouldn't hesitate to go back there. They are even dog friendly so you can take all the family with you! To ensure that you get exactly what you want its better to give the hotel a call and book with them direct.

As a solo traveller, with a dog, I found this experience delightful. I was met at reception and was shown to my lovely room, even carried my bags for me, which was very much appreciated. The room was great! Fantastic views from the balcony and the bed was huge! This is very important as although I am travelling solo this time, when I do travel as a couple, having a comfortable large bed makes all the difference to a good night's sleep. A pot of fresh coffee was brought up, which again was very welcome after my journey. The bed was comfortable and the linen high quality. I stayed for 2 nights and didn't have any food at the Downs, so cannot comment on that, but I feel certain it would have been lovely, as everything else was. There were ample tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits in the room. Thank you for making my stay a pleasure. I'm sure I will be back.