Search,Plan

And Book

Search
Searching for something...
  • Accommodation
  • What's On
  • Things to Do
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Check Availability
Arrival Date:
Guests in Room/Unit 1 Child Ages
Add Room
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Searching for something...
  • Accommodation
  • What's On
  • Things to Do
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Check Availability
Arrival Date:
Guests in Room/Unit 1 Child Ages
Add Room
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...

The Shirley

Type:Guest House

Braddons Hill Road East, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ1 1HF

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 717 reviews717 reviews

Check availability for The Shirley

Close window

Call direct on:

Tel+44 01803 293016

Exterior, The Shirley, Torquay, Devon
  • Exterior, The Shirley, Torquay, Devon
  • Breakfast Room, The Shirley, Torquay, Devon
  • Lounge, The Shirley, Torquay, Devon
  • Bedroom, The Shirley, Torquay, Devon
  • Breakfast, The Shirley, Torquay, Devon
  • Book Now
  • Special Offers
  • About
  • Facilities
  • Contact
  • Map & Directions
  • What's Nearby

Book Now

Arrival Date:
Guests in Room/Unit 1 Child Ages

About

An individually styled, family run Victorian Villa, The Shirley Bed & Breakfast in Torquay retains much of its original charm and character and provides the perfect venue for your Holiday or Short Break in Torquay.

 Situated in the heart of Torquay, South Devon, The Shirley enjoys a quiet location away from the traffic noise of the main road, yet it's only five minutes walk from the shops, restaurants, bars, harbour, marina and local attractions.

Our Award Winning Breakfasts are very popular with our guests, and have been recognised with the Enjoy England.com Breakfast Award. We use only the best ingredients of which most are locally sourced.

For Bed and Breakfast Accommodation on the English Riviera, this Torquay B&B offers an attentive, personal yet unpretentious service, coupled with quality 4 star Accommodation in a convenient, central location.

 All Bedrooms En-Suite

 Full English & Continental Breakfast

 Guest Lounge

 Licensed Bar

 Private, On-site Free Car Park

 Free WiFi Internet

We are happy to accept children over the age of 12

 

Explore Torquay

Welcome to Torquay, a traditional yet thriving seaside town set on Devon's English Riviera coast.  If you haven't visited for a while, then banish those thoughts of a resort that has seen its hey day.... the best is yet to come. With its iconic palm trees, busy harbour, international marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and cocktail bars, the scene is set for the perfect Devon seaside holiday or short break.

This quintessential bucket and spade resort appeared in The Guardian in late 2016, being described as one of "Britain's most booming seaside towns, undergoing a style revival with Michelin starred restaurants and swanky yachts"!  You only have to drive along the seafront or take a stroll along the promenade to know that this is true.

Awards

  • Visit EnglandBreakfast Breakfast 2012

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

5 of 5 stars
    • Service
      5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      5 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      604
    • Very Good
      99
    • Average
      11
    • Poor
      2
    • Terrible
      1

    Recent Reviews:

    • Paige C
      Poor won’t be booking again . Breakfast wasn’t nice either
      2 of 5 stars
      15/07/2024
      Bad service constantly knocking on the door and was really rude and asked us to leave without anywhere to go. When we asked what we had done then just said it’s a hotel for the elderly and we made it... Read full review
    • andyrR9365MY
      Cornwall, United Kingdom
      Lovely owners but hotel is run down
      3 of 5 stars
      01/10/2024
      The hotel is run down would say it’s ok for a cheap night or two away but could really do with re decorating throughout. Had a strange smell around the hallways wallpaper peeling off but painted over... Read full review
    • 1805bob
      Michigan, USA
      Good first time visit
      4 of 5 stars
      05/03/2025
      We stayed at the Shirley Hotel while visiting family in the area. Nick and Chen were very helpful and pleasant while we were there. Our room was comfortable and nicely furnished. The bed and... Read full review

    Facilities

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age) - All children including infants welcome. Infants are charged at £5 per night. Child prices applicable from 2 years to 12 years inclusive.
    • Accept children all ages
    • Cot - Cots available at a cost of £5 per night.
    • Facilities for children - Wii in guest lounge plus boardgames and colouring books.
    • Highchair - Available on request prior to booking.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Bar - Bar is open until approximately 8.30pm each evening.

    Establishment Features

    • Licenced for alcohol

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site - Parking available for up to six cars on-site. Further parking available on adjacent property and in Braddons Hill Road East.

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Sea Views

    Facilities

    Other

    • Accept Children over 7

    Catering

    • Bar - Bar is open until approximately 8.30pm each evening.
    • Cater for vegetarians - Please advise us in advance if you require a vegetarian breakfast option.
    • Local Produce English Breakfast
    • Serve breakfast - A full breakfast menu is available including a continental option. We also cater for gluten free and vegetarian diets. Please advise us in advance of your dietery requirements.

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age) - All children including infants welcome. Infants are charged at £5 per night. Child prices applicable from 2 years to 12 years inclusive.
    • Accept children all ages
    • Accept Children Over 3
    • Cot - Cots available at a cost of £5 per night.
    • Facilities for children - Wii in guest lounge plus boardgames and colouring books.
    • Food/bottle warming available - Childrens bottles can be warmed on request.
    • Highchair - Available on request prior to booking.

    Establishment Features

    • Available for wedding receptions
    • Beach within 2km
    • Business facilities - Fax available on request.
    • Central heating throughout
    • Event venue - Can be hired for party events, weddings, wakes etc. is also a 'murder mystery' venue.
    • Garden/patio for guests' use
    • Ironing facilities
    • Licenced for alcohol
    • Near coastal path
    • Open All Year
    • Sea Views
    • Separate guests' lounge - The guest lounge is available for the use of guests up until 8.30pm unless being used for a special booked function.
    • Wireless Broadband Internet Access

    Key Features

    • In town/city centre
    • Non smoking establishment

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking Off Site - Parking also available in road or in nieghbouring property.
    • Parking On Site - Parking available for up to six cars on-site. Further parking available on adjacent property and in Braddons Hill Road East.

    Payment Methods

    • Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
    • All major credit cards accepted
    • Delta accepted
    • JCB accepted
    • Maestro accepted
    • MasterCard accepted - A 2% charge is added to all credit card payments.
    • PayPal
    • Solo accepted
    • Visa accepted - A 2% charge is added to all credit card payments.

    Room / Unit Features

    • Colour television in all bedrooms - Includes Freeveiw
    • DVD Player in all bedrooms
    • Electric shaver point
    • Free View TV
    • Hairdryer in all bedrooms
    • Non smoking rooms available - All of our rooms are strictly non-smoking.
    • Radio in all bedrooms - Clock radio alarm.
    • Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms - Branded products including biscuits.hot chocolate, fruit teas and decafinated coffee are also available as is bottled Devon water. Fresh milk or soya milk is also available by means of a self service fridge on the first floor landing.
    • WiFi

    Specialist Features

    • Christmas/New Year Programme
    • Honeymoon Breaks
    • Mobile Phone Reception
    • Pets (Proprietors) on premises
    • Special provisions for cyclists - Can store cycles at rear although not undercover.
    • Special provisions for lone female travellers

    Travel & Trade

    • Wi-fi available

    View Less

    BOOK NOW

    Close window

    Call direct on:

    Tel+44 01803 293016

    Opening Dates and Times

    2025 - opening (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

    The Shirley

    Map & Directions

    Road Directions

    When in Torquay follow signs to the seafront. Turn left at the seafront to the Harbour. Turn left at the Harbour clock tower. The hotel is 1st left after Torquay Museum.

    What's Nearby

    1. Travel back through 400 million years of time at Torquay Museum – a hands-on…

      0.06 miles away
    2. The Torquay Land Train is a fun way to get around Torquay for all ages! Further…

      0.26 miles away
    3. Visiting attractions on the English Riviera is now easier than ever with so many focusing…

      0.28 miles away
    1. UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP 

      Torquay's Dinosaur World is an fun interactive indoor exhibition…

      0.29 miles away
    2. The English Riviera has 22 miles of coastline and a UNESCO Global Geopark, all of which…

      0.31 miles away
    3. Escape Rooms have arrived in Torquay!

      On your next visit to The English Riviera be sure…

      0.3 miles away
    4. Are you bringing a group to the English Riviera to experience all it has to offer? Or are…

      0.31 miles away
    5. Torquay has been one of the UK's top holiday destinations since Victorian Times when the…

      0.31 miles away
    6. Wherever you go on the English Riviera, you’ll find plaques that recognise some of the…

      0.31 miles away
    7. A boat trip is the perfect way to experience the English Riviera from one of its best…

      0.31 miles away
    8. The Real Crime Museum is a fascinating attraction based on the harbour in Torquay. If you…

      0.3 miles away
    9. Agatha Christie was born in Torquay in 1890 and the English Riviera celebrated her…

      0.32 miles away
    10. Experience the ultimate yacht charter on the English Riviera on your very only 62ft…

      0.36 miles away
    11. “LunaSea” boat charter in Torquay makes the perfect intimate venue for that ultimate…

      0.36 miles away
    12. Torquay Marina is in the north-east corner of Torbay and sheltered from the prevailing…

      0.37 miles away
    13. The Western Lady Ferry Service has been operating an excellent ferry service between…

      0.41 miles away
    Previous Next

    What's Nearby

    1. Travel back through 400 million years of time at Torquay Museum – a hands-on…

      0.06 miles away
    1. The Torquay Land Train is a fun way to get around Torquay for all ages! Further…

      0.26 miles away
    2. Visiting attractions on the English Riviera is now easier than ever with so many focusing…

      0.28 miles away
    3. UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP 

      Torquay's Dinosaur World is an fun interactive indoor exhibition…

      0.29 miles away
    4. The English Riviera has 22 miles of coastline and a UNESCO Global Geopark, all of which…

      0.31 miles away
    5. Escape Rooms have arrived in Torquay!

      On your next visit to The English Riviera be sure…

      0.3 miles away
    6. Are you bringing a group to the English Riviera to experience all it has to offer? Or are…

      0.31 miles away
    7. Torquay has been one of the UK's top holiday destinations since Victorian Times when the…

      0.31 miles away
    8. Wherever you go on the English Riviera, you’ll find plaques that recognise some of the…

      0.31 miles away
    9. A boat trip is the perfect way to experience the English Riviera from one of its best…

      0.31 miles away
    10. The Real Crime Museum is a fascinating attraction based on the harbour in Torquay. If you…

      0.3 miles away
    11. Agatha Christie was born in Torquay in 1890 and the English Riviera celebrated her…

      0.32 miles away
    12. Experience the ultimate yacht charter on the English Riviera on your very only 62ft…

      0.36 miles away
    13. “LunaSea” boat charter in Torquay makes the perfect intimate venue for that ultimate…

      0.36 miles away
    14. Torquay Marina is in the north-east corner of Torbay and sheltered from the prevailing…

      0.37 miles away
    15. The Western Lady Ferry Service has been operating an excellent ferry service between…

      0.41 miles away
    Previous Next

    Add The Shirley to your Itinerary

    Follow us

    With 22 miles of

    coastline and 20 beaches on offer, 

    there's something 

    for everyone!