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5.0 out of 5

"Swimming pool and jacuzzi, friendless of staff. Location was good and offsite parking " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 13 Aug 2020

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Deluxe / Honeymoon Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Double or Single Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Deluxe Apartment

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Premier Double or Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premier Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at The Purple Tree Guest House, you're just a quick walk from Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Andrew. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Purple Tree Bar
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and library
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Andrew and Riviera International Conference Centre
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

The Purple Tree Guest House ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for The Purple Tree Guest House

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5 out of 5
Swimming pool and jacuzzi, friendless of staff. Location was good and offsite parking

Posted by , from Worcester on 13 Aug 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Aug 2020 by Debbie

Thank you for your wonderful review. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay and pls come back again if you are in the area again.

About the The Purple Tree Guest House

Location 20 Newton Road, Torquay, England TQ2 5BZ

Property Features

The Purple Tree Guest House offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at The Purple Tree Guest House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3-star Torquay bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1850
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces) , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: Torre Station (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Purple Tree Guest House offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower. This Torquay bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

  • Memory foam beds
  • Smart television
  • Satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Electric kettle
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Purple Tree Bar – This bar specialises in international cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Nearby Activities

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Handrails in stairways

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 6:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in. Hourly fees apply to late arrivals. No check-ins are accepted after 10 PM.

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmationService animals are exempt from fees.

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines We're Good To Go (UK)
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 5.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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You should know

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
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