The Garway Hotel - Torquay
50.470905, -3.5444Overview
Award-winning adults-only guest house in Torquay with personalized breakfast and honesty bar
Dining Experience
The Garway offers a community-oriented dining experience where guests order breakfast the night before for a cooked-to-order meal made with local produce. The honesty bar in the lounge provides a selection of drinks and snacks on a pay-as-you-go basis, fostering a home-like feel. Homemade cakes are delivered to each room daily, and a packed lunch with sandwiches, fruit, and water is available for £5 on departure.
Room Amenities
Each room at Garway Lodge includes a mini fridge stocked with complimentary sparkling wine, bottled water, and fresh milk, along with a snack box of crisps and sweets. Guests receive homemade cake, bathrobes, slippers, and Temple Spa toiletries, including a sleep mist, in the en-suite bathroom. Rooms have hypoallergenic bedding, streaming services on the TV, and work desks for business travelers.
Location and Attractions
The Garway in Torquay is a 6-minute walk from Torre railway station and less than 1 km from the Riviera International Centre and Torquay Magistrates Court. Torre Abbey Sands Beach is an 18-minute walk away, and nearby attractions include the Princess Theatre and Paignton Zoo. The property is a 10-minute walk to the harbour and seafront, with easy bus connections to Brixham and Paignton.
Pet-Friendly Policies
Garway Lodge Guest House accepts pets upon request and provides pet bowls, a dedicated sleeping area, and even a cooked breakfast for the dog. The lounge and outdoor picnic area are dog-friendly, allowing pets to stay with owners rather than being left alone. A pet bowl is available, and the property also has a house cat named Mr Bear who is calm around canine guests.
Additional Facilities
The Garway has free on-site parking with accessible spaces and an electric vehicle charging station. A shared lounge with an honesty bar, board games, and a library of local brochures is available for guests. Other amenities include luggage storage, full-day security with CCTV, and a departure bag with fruit, water, and cake for the journey home.
- Dining: Personalized breakfast with local produce and honesty bar
- Rooms: Complimentary homemade cake, sparkling wine, and Temple Spa toiletries
- Pet-Friendly: Dog breakfast and pet bowls provided
- Location: 6 min walk from Torre station, near Riviera International Centre
- Extras: EV charging station, packed lunch on departure, and luggage storage
Rooms and availability
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Garway Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 40 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.7 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 40.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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