This small, family-run guest house is 1312 feet from the seafront and a 300-yard level walk from Torquay train station and the English Riviera Conference Center. The guest house is located next to parkland in the heart of the English Riviera. It is a 2-minute walk from Torre Abbey and Gardens, and a 10-minute scenic walk from the marina and town center. There is ample parking.Each room has an private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities, and many rooms are family-size.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 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 9.2!

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Lynn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Centrally located with friendly, welcoming staff. An ample cold buffet breakfast is included and parking too.
  • Stuart
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location bus stop nearby just a five minutes walk to the sea front. Room was lovely nice and spacious hosts were pleasant. Car park is a big advantage.
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is in a nice quiet setting, but a bus route is close at hand. Walking down to the beach is a lovely walk through the Tor abbey grounds. The b and b is excellent in every way, lovely room-clean room-good size-room-nice and warm. The...

Hosted by John & Inna Giles

9.3
9.3
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John & Inna Giles
The Parks is a family-run B&B in the Chelston area of Torquay, with 8 guest rooms & a private car park for 8 - 10 cars. Beach 600m, Torquay railway station 500m & two bus stops 50m, with routes to Torquay town centre. An Edwardian property which retains some features in the Arts and Crafts style, the Parks overlooks parkland, from which it gets it's name. A Continental breakfast buffet is available to guests (no cooked breakfast). Special dietary needs by prior request. Dogs by prior agreement and subject to charges. Dogs are not allowed in the breakfast room.
John and Inna run the Parks, living there with their son and two Irish Setter dogs.
The Parks is in the quiet Chelston area of Torquay, 600m from the beach and next to a park with an athletics club and rugby pitch, The Riviera centre and Torre Abbey are about 400m. Close to shops in Chelston: takeaway, newsagents, mini-supermarket etc. About 10-15 minute walk to the town centre. Two bus stops (50m) offer routes (35A, 35C) to the town centre and around Torquay. The railway station (500m) down Rathmore Road has trains to/from Paignton, Newton Abbot, Exeter and beyond.
Languages spoken: English,Russian

Area info

Amenities of The Parks
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Baggage storage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Russian

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 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 3 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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

Group Bookings:

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag parties or large groups.

The number of guests cannot exceed the amount stated in the maximum occupancy for each room type. Additional guests cannot be accommodated in the same room (children included).

Early breakfasts are only possible by prior agreement. Standard breakfast is served from 08:30 until 09:30.

Please note that the property has a dog. Please inform the property in advance if you suffer from allergies.

The Parks can accommodate children aged 3 years or older.

Dogs may be allowed in certain rooms only by prior agreement, subject to charges and a maximum of two dogs per room.

There is strictly no smoking inside the property. Ashtrays are provided in the garden. Anyone caught smoking in the property will be escorted off the premises immediately.

Please inform The Parks 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.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about The Parks

  • The Parks is 0.9 miles from the center of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 1,950 feet from The Parks. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Parks include:

    • Family
    • Single
    • Twin
    • Double

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

    • Beach

  • Guests staying at The Parks can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at The Parks is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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