The Buccaneer Inn in Torquay

Name: The Buccaneer Inn
Address: 43 Babbacombe Downs Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LN
Price range: US$118+

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About This Property

43 Babbacombe Downs Rd, Torquay, TQ1 3LN

Adults-only beachfront inn on Babbacombe Downs with sea-view rooms

Key details

Beachfront Location & Views

The Buccaneer Inn sits directly on Babbacombe Downs with a beachfront position overlooking Lyme Bay. Guests have direct access to the terrace and outdoor seating areas with sea views. Oddicombe Beach is less than 1 km from the property.

Room Features & Comforts

Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, kitchenettes with microwave and toaster, and refrigerators. Selected rooms offer an enclosed balcony with high chairs facing the bay for sea-view dining. Each room provides a work desk and a TV, with bedding and towels of good quality according to guest reviews.

Dining & Evening Entertainment

The on-site restaurant serves British, seafood, and international cuisines for dinner from 5-9 pm, with outdoor dining in the picnic area. The bar offers real ales, good wines, and live music every Friday from 8 pm. Guests can also order dishes like the fresh homemade Admirals chicken and freshly prepared tapas.

On-site Activities & Amenities

The inn provides access to bowling, canoeing, fishing, and windsurfing, as well as a golf course and mini golf. Live sport events are shown at the bar. The property is adults only and non-smoking throughout, with CCTV and security alarms for safety.

Local Attractions & Parking

Torquay United FC is a 10-minute walk, and Babbacombe Model Village is 7 minutes on foot. Exeter International Airport is 41 km away. Parking is available in a public car park behind the inn costing £10.55 for 24 hours.

Must-do experiences

Stroll along the Torquay seafront promenade for stunning views.
Enjoy a cream tea at the historic Abbey Sands Café on the beach.
Visit the hidden Kents Cavern for an intriguing prehistoric tour.
Explore Torre Abbey's gardens for art and history in a beautiful setting.
Try fresh fish and chips at The Chippy on Torquay seafront!

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“I loved the location right by the sea and the theatre, staff were so welcoming and we had a great meal.”

Mccabefrom United Kingdom

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“Location, friendly staff, fab view of sea front room, seconds from fab restaurants and Babbacombe Theatre - just great.”

Lynnefrom United Kingdom

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“The room was very spacious and spotlessly clean. Comfortable bed. All the staff were very friendly and made sure I had everything I needed.”

Otteyfrom United Kingdom

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“Beautiful view outside, you can sit and have a drink and look out over the sea. The food is also amazing and always too much!”

James Brownfrom United Kingdom

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“Kettle, toaster and microwave in the room.”

Soniafrom United Kingdom

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8.8/10

Great

Guests were satisfied with their stay and would gladly return.

Highlights from guests

“Woke up to a stunning sea view from the balcony. The room had a microwave, toaster, and fridge - very handy.”

Olivia from United Kingdom

“The evening meal was delicious, and the freshly prepared tapas were amazing, even during a pre-theatre rush.”

Ethan from United Kingdom

“Parking was available right behind the inn, costing £10.55 for 24 hours. Easy access.”

Ava from United Kingdom

“The bed was wonderfully comfortable, just the right firmness. No annoying throws to deal with.”

Noah from United Kingdom

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Rooms

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Double Room

20 m²
1 Queen-size bed

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This room features an en-suite shower room and toilet plus a small kitchenette area with a fridge, kettle, microwave, oven and toaster. There is an indoor balcony and seating area with panoramic sea views.

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Budget Double Room

10 m²
1 Double bed

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Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a private entrance, a wardrobe, as well as an electric kettle. The unit offers 1 bed.