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Fabulous coastal location…We’ve got one of the best locations on the English Riviera – right on the seafront – with fabulousviews that encompass Brixham on one side and stretch round the bay to Torquay, with its prettymarina, on the other.With so much to see and do on the English Riviera, you really can tailoryour holiday to suit your tastes – right down to the way you choose toexplore it.

Rooms with a view…With 132 individually and comfortably furnished en-suite bedrooms to choose from – many withwonderful sea views of the bay – you’ll find the space to relax and unwind, whether you are here for abreak or on business.We have a variety of room categories and all have Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, TVand toiletries as standard. Our one and two bedroom suites offer some extra special touches to makeyour stay even more comfortable.

Savour award-winning food…We want you to experience the most delicious food possible, whether you choose to dine moreformally, relax with a light meal or indulge in a gorgeous Devonshire cream tea. Our award-winningteam of chefs are dedicated to their craft and we’re lucky to have some of the best ingredients on ourdoorstep, whether that’s locally caught seafood, fresh seasonal vegetables or delicious Devon beef,lamb or chicken. To top it all, whatever you choose, the views are superb.Restaurant 1881 – named after the year the hotel was founded, offers a Table d’Hôte menu, featuringfabulous local ingredients combined with superb flavours. You’ll find dishes with influences fromaround the world, plus traditional British favourites – all guaranteed to make your mouth water.For something a bit more relaxed – but with no compromise on flavours – our Compass Loungeand Café Bar is bound to tempt you with its mixture of Brasserie style food, lighter fare, snacks andsandwiches. Our sea facing terrace is perfect for chilling out with a glass of wine or a cocktail.

Unwind…Relax, unwind or keep fit at The Grand. Our Leisure Club has something to please everyone, including2 pools, multi-gym, Jacuzzi, sauna and tennis court.Our indoor pool is open year-round and our outdoor pool is open during the warmer summer monthsand sits in the middle of a sunny terrace area. Our gym is equipped with a cross trainer, two treadmills,cycles, rowing machine, step machine and a multi-gym station.Looking good is easy too, when you pamper yourself with a special treatment at The Grand’sbeauty clinic. Offering a wide range of treatments for both men and women, you can choose frommakeovers, manicures and pedicures to waxing, reflexology, aromatherapy, massages and hot stonetreatments.

Bring the family…With our comfortable family rooms, excellent leisure facilities and close proximity to beaches(the nearest is right opposite!), we’re the perfect base for a family holiday.There are plenty of local attractions and activities nearby – great for all ages – and there are miles andmiles of coastline to explore right on the doorstep.

Celebrate…We offer all the ingredients to ensure your day is perfect, whether you are celebrating a wedding,anniversary, birthday or other special occasion.Our elegant rooms, sea facing terrace and stunning sea views will all ensure picture perfect memories.Our team of chefs will create mouthwatering menus and our experienced Events Team and WeddingCoordinators will help you to plan every little detail from start to finish!

The English Riviera and beyond…The English Riviera has 22 miles of stunning coastline, offering some of the best beaches in Devon,superb walks and the world’s first urban UNESCO-designated Global Geopark. There are excellentlocal attractions, including two steam railways, boat trips to the delightful harbour towns of Brixhamand Dartmouth and any number of maritime activities. The historic cities of Plymouth and Exeter areperfect for day trips and the stunning Dartmoor National Park is an easy drive away. In fact, the EnglishRiviera provides the perfect hub for exploring this beautiful part of Devon.The English Riviera may be most famous for its award-winning beachesand exotic palm trees, but it has much more to offer than just seasideholidays, boasting more attractions than any other resort in the UK...

Our FamilyHow to Find Us‘Family’ is at the heart of everythingwe do. We are not only a family ofhotels but we are also a family-runbusiness. We have a passion forhotels and this extends to every partof what we do…from the stunningperiod architecture, which is beinglovingly restored and refurbished,to our individually-appointedbedrooms, award-winning foodand our commitment to providingexcellent service to our guests.At Richardson Hotels, our team isa family too and we look forwardto welcoming you, your family andfriends – and to ensuring your staywith us is one where memories aremade…Keith and Fiona RichardsonThe Grand Hotel, Seafront, Torquay, Devon,TQ2 6NTBy road: Via the M5 and A38, takingthe exit for the A380, following signs toPaignton/ Torquay. In Torquay, follow signsfor the seafront and with the sea in frontof you, turn right at the traffic lights. Takethe right hand filter at the next trafficlights, where you will see the Grand Hotelin front of you.By rail: The Grand is adjacent to TorquayRailway Station.By air: Exeter International Airport is a 35minute drive from Torquay. We can assistyou to organise car hire or taxi service.By sea: Torquay Marina can provideberths. Please contact Torquay Marina on01803 200210 for details of availability.Parking at the hotel: Car parking spacesare available in our garage. Please enquireabout booking a space when makingyour reservation. There are also spaces inthe road outside the hotel and allocatedspaces in the station car park, oppositethe hotel.

The GRAND HotelSeafront, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NTGeneral Enquiries: 01803 296677Reservations: 0800 005 2244reservations@richardsonhotels.co.ukwww.grandtorquay.co.ukwww.richardsonhotels.co.ukAA Rosettewww.grandtorquay.co.uk www.falmouthhotel.com www.thefoweyhotel.co.uk www.the-metropole.co.uk