Melba House Hotel - B&B, Torquay
62 Bampfylde Rd, Torquay, TQ2 5AY
Guest Rating: 
4.5 / 5
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About the hotel
One of the best-located bed and breakfast hotels in Torquay, Melba House is just a short stroll away from the seafront and only 200 metres from the conference centre.
This traditional English bed and breakfast hotel has a quintessentially English location, overlooking the surrounding tranquil parkland and the nearby cricket pitch. Fully refurbished in the last 12 months, all of the charming en suite accommodation is well appointed and comfortable and all of the rooms have a flat-screen LCD TV.
Melba House has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, and is the ideal place to relax and unwind, whether you are enjoying a seaside holiday in Torquay or visiting the area on business. The town centre, train station, seafront and conference centre are just a short, level walk away.
The residence boasts its own private car park and free secure Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout the building.
This quality bed and breakfast overlooks a local cricket pitch and at the end of a long day exploring the area or a hard day’s work, you can relax and watch the cricket from the sunny terrace.
Melba House prides itself on its high levels of hospitality and doing everything possible to make your stay as enjoyable as it can be.
Situated in a quiet tree-lined avenue not far from the seafront, the hotel has a peaceful relaxing location, despite being close to the beach and the town. The harbour is 15 minutes’ walk away and the town’s Princess Theatre is also within easy reach. The nearest restaurant is Ocean Drive, which is just 175 metres from the hotel and which enjoys a very good reputation. Melba House is also very conveniently situated for the conference centre, which is only 200 yards away.
The friendly, helpful owners and staff can recommend some great days out and some other excellent places to eat.
Hotel Facilities
General
- Luggage Storage,
- Heating.
Services
- Internet Services,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Children and extra beds
Children older than 12 years are welcome. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours until 21:00 hours.
- You must check out by 10:30 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free Public parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
Children older than 12 years are welcome. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Cards accepted at the hotel
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- MasterCard.
Reserve online using
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- MasterCard,
- American Express.
Important Information
Please note that the hotel does not accept bookings for under 18s or hen, stag or wedding parties.
Room information
The hotel has 2 superior double rooms, 3 double rooms, and one single room. All rooms have been recently refurbished and feature beds with pocket-sprung mattresses to ensure a good night's rest. All of the rooms are comfortable and charming, featuring quality furnishings, new carpets and attractive fabrics. Each room has an LCD flat-screen television with Freeview digital channels. The hospitality trays include biscuits, wine glasses, a corkscrew and, in the superior rooms, mineral water and crisps.
The sparkling, fully tiled en suite shower rooms are fitted with heated towel rails, quality chrome fittings, soft fluffy towels and a range of toiletries for guests’ use.
A Superior Double Room (Room 4) more info
This room overlooks the cricket pitch and is furnished to a high standard, with upgraded luxuries and amenities for your added comfort.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Seating Area,
- Bathroom,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- Bathrobe,
- Toilet,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Hairdryer.
A Very Comfortable Double Room (Room 6) more info
Quietly situated, this comfortable room has luxury cushions and a throw creating a relaxing, peaceful ambience.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Seating Area,
- Bathroom,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- Toilet,
- TV,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Hairdryer.
A Charming, Elegant Double Room (Room 3) more info
This room overlooks the cricket pitch. With luxury cushions and a throw, the room has a tranquil, relaxing ambience.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Seating Area,
- Bathroom,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- Toilet,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Hairdryer.
A Calming Superior Double Room (Room 2) more info
This room overlooks the cricket pitch. With luxury cushions, a throw and comfortable chairs, the room has a tranquil, relaxing ambience.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Seating Area,
- Bathroom,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- Bathrobe,
- Toilet,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Hairdryer.
A Bright and Sunny South-Facing Double Room (Room 5) more info
This light and airy room is elegantly furnished. As the room faces south, it receives natural daylight throughout the day.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Seating Area,
- Bathroom,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- Toilet,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Hairdryer.
A Quiet Single Room at the Rear of the Hotel (Room 7) more info
Quietly situated towards the back of the hotel, this room is comfortably furnished.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Fan,
- Bathroom,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- Toilet,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Hairdryer.
Restaurants and Bars
In the morning, you can awake to the aroma of a scrumptious freshly cooked English breakfast, made using locally sourced produce wherever possible. Whatever you have planned, the generous and tasty breakfast is a great way to start your day. Breakfast is cooked to order and includes local Devon bacon and sausages, hash browns, mushrooms and eggs cooked according to your preference. You can also enjoy locally smoked kippers, smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, omelettes (plain, mushroom, and cheese), followed by tea or fresh coffee served in cafetières. Freshly squeezed orange or grapefruit juice, organic muesli, cornflakes, bran flakes, grapefruit, prunes and apricots are also available. Breakfast is available from 08:30 to 09:30 and earlier breakfasts are available on request.
The attractive dining room reflects the Victorian elegance of the hotel and has wonderful views out over the hotel’s parkland surroundings.
Directions
By Car (from Newton Abbot):
- Continue straight on towards Torquay.
- At the last set of traffic lights, which fork into Newton Road and Avenue Road by Torre railway station (you will also see Halfords store in front of you), take the right-hand lane into Avenue Road (following the signs for the seafront and the harbour).
- Carry on through the next set of traffic lights and Bampfylde Road is the next turning on the left.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation