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About this property
In a tranquil location, The Shirley offers 4-star family-run guest accommodation, retaining many original Victorian period features, only 5 minutes' walk from the marina. All rooms are en suite, with a Freeview flat-screen TV, free WiFi internet access. Guests can enjoy award-winning breakfasts in the opulent and beautifully decorated dining room. Using locally sourced produce, the menu includes a full English, American pancakes, smoked salmon and continental options. Gluten-free options are available. There is also a spacious lounge and bar for guests to relax in, as well as a outdoor terrace. The many shops, restaurants and bars in the surrounding area and marina are a short walk away and the Riviera International Conference Centre is also close by.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Richardson
United Kingdom“Beautiful hotel with such lovely owners Sophie and Alec. They couldn't do enough for us! Our room was lovely, fresh milk and tea and coffee each day. And the full English breakfast was amazing! Close to the harbour with plenty of eating places...” - Anita United Kingdom“Location was good, though there is a steep drive into the property breakfast was lovely did bacon really crispy as requested and good choice to choose from. Was really nice to have fresh milk and water daily.”
- Carol United Kingdom“The owners Sophie and Alex were most welcoming, very approachable, very friendly, they had only been in the accomodation for 8 weeks or so, however they were the perfect hosts and very very pleasant.”
- Matthew United Kingdom“What an amazing place and hosts! If you're looking for welcoming owners where nothing is too much trouble or vibrant rooms with tons of character or a taylored freshly cooked breakfast, this is the place for you. Situated close to all amenities...”
- Vaughan United Kingdom“Brilliant breakfast, brilliant location, brilliant hosts”
Donna United Kingdom“We were greated by Alec, he explained him and Sophie had taken over the Shirley only 8 weeks ago, which was a suprise, as they ran the b&b as though they had done it for years, everything clean and comfortable. Breakfast was perfect. We're booking...”- Jamed United Kingdom“What a lovely hotel,lovely welcoming owners who cant do enough for you,highly recommend this hotel for your visit to Torquay”
- Sylwia United Kingdom“The family room was big with comfy bed and good size bathroom. The breakfast was delicious, freshly made by hosts. Location is great, few minutes walk to the marina. Sophie and Alec are lovely hosts.”
- Judith United Kingdom“The property is a fantastic building with original features , comfortable and stylish The outside space for a glass of wine in an evening is an added bonus as well as the comfortable communal room”
- Anthony United Kingdom“Super friendly owners, beautifully decorated, fantastic breakfast”
Managed by Sophie and Alec Laing
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Child policies
Children older than 7 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that the onsite parking is limited and operates on a first come, first served basis.
The Shirley is situated on a hill and is accessed by 15 steps. It may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility
Please inform The Shirley in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
