ARRAN LODGE B&B, Torquay

Scoring 9.7 out of 10 on Booking.com, this 4-star Victorian B&B in Torquay provides free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and complimentary parking for up to three cars. Arran Lodge B&B is housed in a historic building with a private entrance and balcony, plus a patio with outdoor furniture. Each room features a private en-suite with fluffy bathrobes, slippers, and luxury toiletries; select rooms add a seating area or private terrace. A fridge is stocked daily with fresh milk and bottled water, and guests receive a welcome cupcake on arrival. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, cheese, fruit salad, and cooked options such as omelettes, served with freshly boiled tea and cafetière coffee. The B&B is an 18-minute walk from Torre Abbey Sands Beach and 1 km from the Riviera International Centre, with Torre Railway Station just 2 minutes away. Safety features include smoke alarms and a first aid kit, and the property offers interconnecting family rooms for groups.

Torre station is a 2-minute walk, making train travel convenient

Hosts Deneys and Helga greet guests by name and provide proactive support for dietary needs at breakfast

Rooms include thoughtful extras like a fridge with fresh milk, bottled water, and a 'just in case' toiletries box

Breakfast receives high praise for quality, variety, and freshly cooked items

Road traffic noise can be audible from some rooms, especially with windows open

Limited parking (3 spaces) and no lift; the building's historic design excludes an elevator