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A small family run non-smoking guest house situated next to parkland, in the heart of the English Riviera, 600 metres from the sea-front, 300 metres from Torquay Train Station & the English Riviera Conference Centre. Ample parking, all rooms en-suite. 2 minute walk from Torre Abbey & Gardens, 10 minute walk away from the Marina & Torquay town centre. A complimentary Continental breakfast buffet is offered - this includes a freshly baked bread rolls, cheese, ham, muesli and other cereals, yoghurt, fruit, fruit juice, tea and coffee. There are No Cooked Breakfasts. Dogs are allowed in certain rooms, subject to prior agreement, a maximum of two dogs per room and a charge of £15 per dog per stay. The swimming pool is out of order and the rear garden is closed to guests.
From beginning to end an absolutely fabulous guest house. Everything top class. The bed was so comfortable pillows lovely and fluffy. Linen and towels changed regularly. A great shower plenty of hot water. The guest house is well situated. Close to rail lines and walking distance to sea front. We stayed in room 1, a kingsize bed and able to rake our small dog.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:All great.
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The hosts are really nice The room No1 was very good superking bed towels changed every other day Continental breakfast cereal toast crossoint rolls fruit yoghurt tea coffee We stayed a week with the dog, park right next door ideal for dog needs Would definitely book again if we come this way Sue & Terry
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We have just arrived home after a 3 night stay at the Parks...The house was lovely,and well situated, being close to Torbay station ,bus stops and town centre...They are a very nice couple and would return
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from John Giles, Owner at The Parks
Responded 21 Jul 2022
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Good value for money hotel. Run by a lovely couple who've not owned it for long. They make you feel welcome. Hotel is close to station. Bus stops nearbym Bed was really comfortable. Nice bright breakfast room, with a couple of tables outside too.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Free parking available .
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Response from John Giles, Owner at The Parks
Responded 21 Jul 2022
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The Parks is a great holiday place, with lovely and helpful hosts, convenient car park, spacious and clean rooms, in a green and quiet area, within a walking distance to the seafront and the town centre. We love it and will be going back there. We recommend this place to everyone who wants to enjoy the holiday in Torquay and South Devon! :)
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from John Giles, Owner at The Parks
Responded 4 Jun 2022
Thanks! We would be happy to see you stay with us again. All the best!
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Positives:- Clean room Even more spotless bathroom Secure Comfy bed Near to train station Negatives:- placed in room 5 (solo) uneven floor,middle Broken handle on window which was fully open in arriving, had to shut window by opening up other window and jamming it back. Noisy due to window Thin walls,Heard next room sh*gging at half 8pm,chatting then snoring, thankfully had ear defenders Stank of dog on way in which put me off Family place (which was known) so noise at times Had to find WiFi code Dated, bathroom I liked but rest was basic and tired :/ Shower on the highest setting was stone cold or boiling so had to mess about with it to get a good temperature I've no idea why this place has got a high rating, ok the negatives weren't earth shattering but some were just eh?? Broken handle on window? Thin walls so heard next room Sh*gging and snoring isn't a good holiday break. The people who own property are lovely for fleeting amount of time I saw them but that room could be improved alot. Bigger Tele, repairwork needed, sound proofing / pics Housekeeping /cleaning were spot on, can tell they work hard but room 5 wasn't all that for top ratings.. maybe I'm missing something being cheap? But at £45 per night in Plymouth with free breakfast this one can do alot better. Just needs some TLC the room (I'm not a dog person so that neg can be forgiven and family hotel) Sorry.…
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Get good walking boots for Torquay esp coming back from Teignmouth through the paths .. talking...
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Made to feel so welcome, the owner is such a friendly welcoming guy. Arrived the day of the England v Germany match. Was invited to watch the match in the lounge along with some other residents. Was given free beer and cider and he would accept payment for them. Room was enormous. Very clean and bed was extremely comfortable. Breakfast was great. Plenty of choice and lots of choice.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Didn’t want to write this review as wanted to keep it a secret for myself!!!! Stayed here for the long bank holiday weekend, partner, son and myself. It’s conveniently located for a short walk into the town. Plenty of on site parking. Breakfast is amazing, full English and variety of stuff available on the table for both kids and adults. Rooms are clean, tidy and very comfortable beds! Ryan and his family are lovely people, salt of the earth kind, nothing was too much trouble at all. We’re DEFINITELY coming back and this will be our first choice of somewhere to stay!!! Gem of a place!
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Despite the Covid situation, Tim has put everything in place for both the quests and the owner's safety. Tim greeted us in a very friendly way in the car park, even carrying my bag to our room, explaining the new procedures. We had a very clean tidy room and en suite, with a good size television, and sofa. The Parks is situated about a ten minute walk from the sea front, or you can wander through the Abbey, or Park. Ample parking. And a very quite location. Tim again, has had to change the breakfast arrangements, but he was very helpful, and having different potato and tomato options each day, Would definitely visit again, once the new lockdown is over
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Room Tip:We stayed on the first floor at the front of the property, overlooking the park.
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Nicely quiet location within a a very easy walking distance of railway station and local bus stops. Used public transport and walked instead of driving around the area. Accomodation comfortable and very welcoming.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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RM 382 - RM 500 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United KingdomEnglandDevonEnglish RivieraTorquay
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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