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The Purple Tree Guest House

3.0 star property
Victorian B&B in Torquay with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Premier Double or Twin Room
Premier Triple / Family Room
Premier Double or Twin Room
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In the heart of the city, The Purple Tree Guest House offers a serene retreat with a spa tub and an outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers. Guests can unwind at the library or enjoy international cuisine at Purple Tree Bar. Previous guests have praised this charming bed & breakfast for its welcoming atmosphere.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished

Standard Double or Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe / Honeymoon Room

Deluxe / Honeymoon Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Double Room

Premier Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Double or Twin Room

Premier Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Premier Double / Family Room

Premier Double / Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Triple / Family Room

Premier Triple / Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Pet Friendly - Premier Double / Family Room

Pet Friendly - Premier Double / Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Pet Friendly - Premier Twin Room

Pet Friendly - Premier Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Compact Double

Compact Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished

Standard Double or Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
20 Newton Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5BZ

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Princess Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cockington Country Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 39 min drive
  • Torre Station - 4 min walk
  • Torquay Station - 16 min walk
  • Paignton Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Belgrave Tandoori - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bombay Express - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gino's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bull & Bush - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maido Japanese Noodle Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Purple Tree Guest House

Located near a train station, The Purple Tree Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Torquay. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Victorian bed & breakfast include a hot tub, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in. Hourly fees apply to late arrivals. No check-ins are accepted after 10 PM.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Free off-site parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Baby monitor
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1850
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • High chair
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Purple Tree Bar – This bar specialises in international cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 5.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Richwood
Richwood Hotel Torquay
Richwood Torquay
Richwood Hotel
The Richwood Torquay, Devon
The Richwood Torquay Devon
The Richwood Hotel
Richwood House Torquay
Richwood Guesthouse Torquay
Richwood Guesthouse
The Richwood Torquay
The Purple Tree Torquay
The Purple Tree Guest House Torquay
The Purple Tree Guest House Bed & breakfast
The Purple Tree Guest House Bed & breakfast Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Purple Tree Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Purple Tree Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Purple Tree Guest House and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. The Purple Tree Guest House also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Purple Tree Guest House?

Yes, Purple Tree Bar offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Purple Tree Guest House like?

The Purple Tree Guest House is a short 4-minute walk from Torre Station and 12 minutes' walk from Torre Abbey.

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