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The Purple Tree Guest House

3.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Premier Double or Twin Room
Sundeck
Exterior
Deluxe Apartment

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
20 Newton Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5BZ
  • Riviera International Conference Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Torre Abbey
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Torbay Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Double or Twin Room

Premier Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Premier Double Room

Premier Double Room

Highlights

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

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Premier Triple / Family Room

Premier Triple / Family Room

Highlights

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

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Premier Double / Family Room

Premier Double / Family Room

Highlights

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

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Compact Double

Compact Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King 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
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double or Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
Memory foam bed
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double or Single Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Torquay

At The Purple Tree Guest House you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Andrew and Riviera International Conference Centre. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Purple Tree Bar serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Torquay B&B, you'll be 17.8 km (11.1 mi) from Dartmoor National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey - 12 min walk
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 18 min walk
  • Princess Theatre - 3 min drive
  • Cockington Country Park - 3 min drive
  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Gino's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Noble Tree - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oriental Touch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bull & Bush - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪DT's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Purple Tree Guest House

Victorian bed & breakfast with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
The Purple Tree Guest House offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at The Purple Tree Guest House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Torquay bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1850
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Purple Tree Guest House offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Torquay bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 6 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Purple Tree Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby monitor
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 5.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Purple Tree Guest House?

The Purple Tree Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Yep, The Purple Tree Guest House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Purple Tree Guest House?

Yep, The Purple Tree Guest House is a short 18-minute walk from Torre Abbey Sands. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and sailing. You can also find boat tours.

Does The Purple Tree Guest House have a pool?

The Purple Tree Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What makes The Purple Tree Guest House a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a champagne service, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Purple Tree Guest House.

Is The Purple Tree Guest House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as baby monitors and highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Purple Tree Guest House is a hit with families.

Does The Purple Tree Guest House serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Purple Tree Guest House?

No, The Purple Tree Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Purple Tree Guest House?

Dogs are welcome at The Purple Tree Guest House, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

The Purple Tree Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My son and i stayed here for a week and had the best time. Ian and Debbie were lovely, helpful, friendly and welcoming. The pool was great and my son loved it! I would highly recommend this place and we will be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sergio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best staff ever
The installations were more like a big house rather than a hotel but the stuff was absolutely amazing. They really took care of the details. The breakfast was done at the moment we were sitting, homemade and delicious. Such a nice place really recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We Recently Stayed at The Purple Tree Guest House with our Golden Retriever Colin and had a great stay. We Found Ian and Debs very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really great holiday and everything was just great. Such a lovely friendly atmosphere and we will definitely be back.
Breakfast enjoyed by all. 😊
The pool was just fantastic and made it for our daughter as she loved it. 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were really helpful to everything I requested with a smiling face.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Worcester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool and jacuzzi, friendless of staff. Location was good and offsite parking
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicky, Thatcham

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I stayed for a few nightsfrom 5 August 2019. The room at the back of the building was delightful. Comfortably furnished with a lovely bathroom. Spectacular view out across Torquay. The owners made us very welcome and gave us some good tips on places to visit. We're hoping to be back this August with my daughter's 2 children.... Lockdown permitting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can't fault it, great loction, clean ,amazing breakfast. Wil be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classic style hotel, very clean and lovely staff! Owners made you very welcome and made good food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new owners are very friendly and are working hard to make changes from the previous management. The family room we stayed in was very clean and suited us as a family of 4 perfectly. The breakfast choice was fantatsic and tasted superb. The children loved the swimming pool which will be even better once heated, which they are sorting soon. We had a peaceful 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

l

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Dariusz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Budget B&B, friendly owners, good breakfast 🍳 pet friendly, which we discovered during check in:)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Saman Shirko

Travelled with family
New owners are great. Please bear in mind that this is a budget B&B and it is great for the price. Do not expect luxury. It can be noisy if you get a room on the main road
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023