Crown Lodge, Torquay, Devon
83 Avenue Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5LH
Guest Rating: 
4.8 / 5
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About the hotel
This charming family-run hotel offers superb 4-star bed and breakfast accommodation in Torquay, just a short walk from the town centre, the seafront, the English Riviera Centre and the theatre.
Crown Lodge is less than one mile (1.6 km) from the very centre of Torquay. The seafront, the English Riviera Centre and the theatre are just a short, level stroll from the hotel and there is ample free on-site parking available for guests’ use, with one parking space for each room. The attractive en suite accommodation includes 2 disabled-friendly rooms.
Your hosts, John and Lynda, offer a warm friendly welcome and the Crown Lodge has been awarded 4 stars under both the VisitBritain and the AA quality assurance schemes. The hotel has received these awards in recognition of the high standards of cleanliness, hospitality and food provided. These awards serve as your guarantee of the quality and service on offer.
The hotel is extremely proud to be classed as a disabled friendly hotel. Crown Lodge has been classified as M3i (suitable for independent wheelchair users) under the National Accessible Scheme. The hotel’s entrance has ramp access and, once inside, there are no steps to the dining room or to either of the 2 ground floor rooms.
The ground floor twin room is most suited to guests with restricted walking ability or reduced mobility, as well as those who simply have difficulty with stairs or who would benefit from some support when using the en suite facilities. The en suite shower room is a wet room with conveniently positioned grab bars and a shower seat.
However, the ground floor double room has been designed specifically with disabled guests and wheelchair users in mind. The room has been furnished to a high standard, and has an Adjustamatic double bed. The en suite wet room is spacious and fully accessible for wheelchair users. A shower seat and several grab rails are provided to aid mobility.
The following items are available on loan, free of charge, if required: manual/self-propelled wheelchair, tri-walker, shower wheelchair, bed guard, bed raisers, toilet seat raisers, cushion for shower seat and intercom system.
Hotel Facilities
General
- All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
- Luggage Storage,
- Heating.
Services
- Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN,
- Internet Services.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Children and extra beds
Children older than 9 years are welcome. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours until 22:00 hours.
- You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free Public parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
Children older than 9 years are welcome. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- MasterCard,
- American Express,
- JCB.
Important Information
Please note that the hotel does not accept bookings for hen or stag parties, or single sex groups or parties of any kind.
2-night minimum stays apply during weekends and busy periods.
Room information
The 6 bedrooms have been individually styled with quality and comfort in mind. There are 3 double rooms and one triple room on the first floor, and one twin room and one double room on the ground floor. All of the rooms are charming and comfortable, with double-glazing for quiet and warmth.
Every room has a fully tiled en suite shower room with easy-control electric showers and electric shaver points.
Ironing facilities are also available for guests’ use.
Please see individual room details for a complete list of the facilities on offer.
Twin Room more info
This is a delightful ground floor room with colour-coordinated bedding. Matching cushions and throws lend a modern, stylish home-from-home feeling. The room is enhanced by a newly refurbished en suite wet room.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Bathroom,
- Satellite TV,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Tea/Coffee Maker.
Double Room more info
This cosy double room has a relaxing lavender and white décor. Colour-coordinated cushions and throws have been added for that extra touch of style.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Bathroom,
- Satellite TV,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Tea/Coffee Maker.
Triple Room more info
Dual aspect windows give a light and airy feel to this quiet room, which contains one single bed and one double bed. This tranquil, comfortable room has matching bedding and curtains, and colour-coordinated cushions and throws to enhance the peaceful, serene atmosphere.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Bathroom,
- Satellite TV,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Tea/Coffee Maker.
Superior Double Room more info
These rooms are light and airy, with dual aspect windows. The rooms are delightfully decorated with matching soft furnishings to give a cosy, comfortable feel.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Bathroom,
- Satellite TV,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Tea/Coffee Maker.
Deluxe Double Room more info
This spacious ground floor room has a large bay window, a marble fireplace, an Adjustamatic double bed and a TV with digital Freeview channels. This room is suitable for disabled guests, wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility. Chrome fittings have been added to aid mobility.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Bathroom,
- Satellite TV,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Tea/Coffee Maker.
Restaurants and Bars
Breakfast is included in the quoted room rates and is served between 08:00 and 09:30. You can help yourself to a choice of juices, fruits, cereals and yoghurts and then choose your cooked breakfast according to your appetite on the day, from just eggs, to a full and generous farmhouse breakfast. Whatever you have planned, the tasty breakfast is a great way to start your day
The bright ground-floor dining room is a charming environment in which to enjoy the breakfast of your choice.
Classic, home-cooked English 4-course meals are available at 18:30.
Directions
By Car (from the M5 motorway and Exeter):
- At the end of the M5 motorway, continue onto the A38.
- After approximately 3 miles (5 km), fork left onto the A380, following the signs towards Torquay.
- Stay on the A380 through the outskirts of Newton Abbott and through the village of Kingskerswell, until you reach the roundabout at the start of the A3022, after approximately 12.5 miles (20 km).
- Follow the A3022, Riviera Way, straight on, through all of the traffic lights, for approximately 1.5 miles (2.5 km), until you can see Torre train station and the Halfords shop on the right.
- Move into the right-hand lane for the approaching set of traffic lights.
- Fork right (following the signs for Paignton, Brixham and the seafront). This is Avenue Road. Crown Lodge is on the left-hand side, about 220 yards (200 metres) further down this road.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation