From the moment we arrived the hotel and staff met all our expectations. Although there was a charity event on in the evening we were not disturbed at all. Already booked for a break between christmas and the new year.

Hotel away from main sea front, 10 mins walk, great value, good value breakfast. Had a good steak at the grosvenor hotel, child friendly for dinner, great manager and team of resteraunt.

Lovely location and an excellent base from which to potter around Devon. Would consider returning.

Hotel was very clean, the staff excellent the view from the bedroom was great looking over Torquay bay. Hotel a little dated. The bed was below average over all a good location for getting around.

A great mini break at the imperial hotel. Fantastic value with magnificent views from the dining room. Nice to walk around the town - pretty at night.

The hotel reception appeared understaffed, the room was tired in appearance and the furnishings were worn. The restaurant above was hosting a wedding and there was a rain of lit cigerette ends on the terrace outside our room. Plus, we had to pay for parking. The views were stunning, but as there were large patio doors rather than any windows, if you wanted fresh air you were very exposed i was surprised at the change in the area over the last 10 years, it seemed full of young drunken people, even at 6 in the evening there were people staggering about the streets.

The two night break was great. We had the extra bonus of a room upgrade, as we visited the barcelo before. The meal was good value as this in the price, but to eat there is very expensive.

Had the 'spare room' when we arrived, musty and smelled of smoke, but after mentioning it to reception we were moved the following day to a much nicer room, quality of food and choice of evening meals was excellent, hotel was a 3 minute stroll from beach and 8 mins from torquay centre, beach itself was very clean and free from dogs, great place for a short break, the sun helped a lot as well!!.

Room was clean and we had a great view of the bay. Breakfast was good and children loved choosing from a range of foods.

Arrived early, hotel bedroom available at no extra cost. Excellent facilities at hotel - swimming pool (inside and outside), spa and gym. Torquay looking like it needs a coat of paint but ok for a short visit. Boat trip good value for money.

Went to torquay for a 3 night break and stayed in the travelodge. The hotel itself was very basic but functional. The main problem being the lack of air conditioning and not being able to open the window more than an inch resulting in a rubbish night's sleep. Torquay itself was lovley with lots to do even though it was raining. I would recomend it to anyone.

We went on the 'seatrain' trip from torquay harbour on the friday and had a glorious day out execellant value for money. Boat for 1hr plus the ferry for 5 mins then steam train for 30mins and caught the bus back to torquay.

It was a fantastic break! We really liked it! view from room was beautiful. We would like to go again! thank you.

I was working in the area and stayed over night on the tue and thur only at this hotel but clearly it is not suited for business people. It is suited for cheap coach parties. I found bed was in need of replacing.

When we arrived and saw the view from our bedroom window over the bay at torbay with the sun glistening on the water it was magnificent, the swimming pool was very good (busy the first night) but great from there on the hotel staff were superb and the restaurant maitre d do not know her name was so accommodating, what a lovely time we had especially as it was our anniversary, have noted the room numbers for when we return.

Hotel is a little tired in places and in need of some tlc. We were upgraded free to a suite which was very good but there was no access to the large balcony as refurbishment is taking place. We saw no evidence of this though. Rooms and restaurant had stunning sea views. Evening meal was no more than adequate in size but very tasty. Breakfast was busy but good quality food and fairly wide range available.

Lovely hotel staff, excellent spa facilites, excellent food, all in all excellent.

My stay in general was very nice having been here several times before i was a little dissapointed the hotel was being renovated on one side so rooms were restricted and was not as nice of a room as i had stayed in this hotel before it was still very very nice! i would definetly recommend a stay in torquay and this hotel.

Enjoyed our stay though all over much to soon we will be booking again soon. For a short break with another of the hotels within the group.

Hotel was clean but in dire need of updating, my room 419 a single room was very poor in decor and the television was from the 1980's and did not work from the remote. The shower either scalded you or gave you a cold shower as this was my second visit i did expect at least the rooms to have been redecorated. Very diappointed will not be returning again.

Amazing unbeatable.

Considering the price we paid the deal was excellent. Room clean, all top facilities, service at dinner very good and the food imaginative and a good experiance. Didn't get time to use spa but i'm sure it is top notch and to consider it is available in the deal is terrific. Wouldn't stay anywhere else in the bay. If you get the chance visit the hole in the wall pub on a thursday or sunday or offshore bar thurs/fri/sat where they have good live music.

Our visit to Torquay for a birthday weekend break was very enjoyable. The fawlty towers experience was entertaining and we travelled to Dartmouth, Totnes and parts of Dartmoor over the weekend. A welcome break to cheer us up during the winter months.

Location of hotel excellent - easy walk to the prom and in to town centre. Hotel itself run down and showing its age badly. Saturday night best avoided - stag parties in abundance and noise of nearby drunken revelry disturbed me at about 2 a.m. Coach party groups in hotel. Hotel's leisure pool was lovely and warm (if heavily chlorinated), but changing rooms unpleasant, no lockers, shower provided only tepid water. No additional towels provided for swimming.

A lovely hotel, thoroughly enjoyed our visit would certainly go again.

Locals recommended the Imperial, the Grand or the Palace hotels. We liked the location of the imperial and the deal with Superbreak was the best we could find for this hotel. When we checked in our room wasn't ready so they gave us a free upgrade. Only one word describes it - wow! super king room and a super king bed. Fantastic views over Torbay - day and night. We were so lucky with the weather that we slept with balcony doors open, listening to the sea. Facilities are good (outdoor pool wasn't open as too early in the year). Breakfast is good: fruits, cereals, pastries, yoghurt, toast and full breakfast - although you have to order vegetarian sausages, or other forms of eggs; would have been nice to have mushrooms too. Tea and coffee is given cup by cup and is freshly stewed rather than brewed. Would be nice to be able to have a pot, or to make it yourself. Dinners on the hb basis are excellent. The food is to a very high quality. It was a shame that the meat free option isn't labelled vegetarian (not always the same thing!). I believe other dietary requirements can be met if you ask in advance. Given that the dinner was a bit short of £30, the Superbreak deal really is worth every penny. Torquay itself seems to have changed a lot. Many of the places in the town centre are the same in any town. Hoopers, Torquay's department store, is a cut above the rest. Even if you can only browse the items for sale, the coffee shop/ restaurant upstairs is worth a visit. Fayre includes freshly made scones with clotted cream! Torquay is a good base for trips. Although I didn't have time, you can do a day trip on a steam train, with a boat up the river Dart, a visit to greenaway (Agatha Christie's house just opened by the national trust), and a bus back to Torquay. Trips can also be taken by boat across tor bay to Brixham.

I visited the Imperial Barcelo in Torquay with a friend last week (March 2010) and had a fabulous time. The room had exquisite views over the whole English riveria and sunsets were magical from our balcony. The hotel's staff were noticably friendly and helpful; nothing was too much trouble for them. I would highly recommend this hotel and it was a very good value for money, inclusive package, through Superbreak. Thank you.

Torquay is well worth a visit any time of the year and Superbreak can do it for you from travel to hotel.

Our aim on this one night break in Torquay was to find out as much about Agatha Christie's link with the town. We arrived at the Imperial hotel at mid day as our room was ready. We had a nice afternoon, starting with a fish and chip lunch then walking the Agatha Christie mile and ended with a visit to the museum. Our package included evening meal and the food was very good. The hotel was very clean but in need of an update. The next morning, after a good breakfast, we spent the morning at Torre abbey and a wonderfull afternoon at Greenway the house of the late Agatha Christie. A busy but enjoyable one night break.

I stayed wih my family, husband, son and daughter (15 & 18) in the Imperial hotel. We had stayed in the hotel before, several years ago, and were disappointed to see the state of disrepair of the furnishings in our rooms and dining room. The gym and pool area were also very tatty with paint peeling from the walls, a broken handrail on the jaccuzi and the changing rooms and showers were filthy. The pool table was unavailable on the second night of our stay. The meals, however, were delicious and portions were generous. The staff in the hotel were generally friendly and helpful. During our stay we spent time in Torquay, walked along the coast line, visited Kent's Cavern and ate in some local restaurants.

Just a quick note to say that I was pleasently suprised by this hotel. It was excellent, the views from my bedroom and the restaurant were excellent. It had a feel of being on a cruise ship, food was excellent. I would definately recommend this hotel and would stay there again for pleasure this time. Well worth a visit.

Stayed in Livermead Cliff Hotel nice room with balcony and sea views comfortable room and bed with all amenities. Very pleasant stay in a nice hotel.

The object was too relax and do very little, thats exactly what we did made great use of local buses didn't need to use the car all week.

My husband arranged this weekend to treat me as I am going through Chemo and he thought it would do me good. It centainly bucked me up and we had lovely weather and the view my our balcony looked over the bay.I would recommend it to anyone who wants a lovely rest. We didn't do much outside the hotel except for walking into Torquay.

We had a relaxing break with the family - party consisted of 6 adults who all enjoyed themselves. Views from the hotel were straight over Torbay, overall the hotel facilities were very good.Special thanks to Carol at Superbreak who sorted out a complex booking problem with original choice of hotel at very short notice. Very much appreciated

The complimentry meal on the first night was excellent as was breakfast on both days. The weather was brillant which enhanced the features of the outside pool, it was just like being abroad. Good work out in the Gym with a good session on the tennis courts. Only downfall were the prices at the bar i found them extremely over priced but some very good and cheaper bars close by

Above-mentioned visits to Greenway and Coleton Fishacre couldn't have been more enjoyable. There were wonderful gardens that ran down to estuary and sea. Public were encouraged to play the grand pianos and we had talented musicians in both places playing a selection of Noel Coward type music. If sherry had been served we would have felt like house guests.When we arrived at the Imperial hotel we were taken aback by the sheer size and opulence of our magnificent suite with two balconies. The views over Torbay were breath-taking and we had to be dragged away screaming the next day.The staff were all delightful and dinner at the hotel was accompanied by the same views and gourmet food. It was a fantastic night away and we would like to thank everyone at Superbreak for doing such a superb job in making the arrangements.

Lovely place to visit. View from room was fantastic. We found a lovely bar by the marina called Vaughans, which was like being abroad when sat outside in the sun. Try Legends for great food with good prices.

Booked as a mystery hotel. Was not disappointed. Room clean and comfortable, food good, location good. Price attractive. Recommended.

the main problem with the hotel room was that we only had one bath towel between two of us, this was not rectified even though we asked

We were very pleased with the Hotel and would recomend it to friends and family. The panaramic view from both our room and resaraunt were both relaxing and enjoyable.

Very nice hotel, food very good room very comfortable, expensive car £7.00 per night

This was a return visit to the Rainbow Hotel in Torquay, chosen specifically because it offerer an indoor heated pool. Overall, we had a good time but were disappointed by the bedroom facilities - the bed was lumpy and uncomfortable and there were no shelves or hooks in the bathroom. Being Half term, there were quite a number of children staying at the hotel, yet there were no facilities to suit them, other than the pool. On the Wednesday evening, there was a disco for over 18s in the Ballroom, Bingo going on in the Lounge - where do the children go? onsequently, I would recommend the hotel to friends, but not to those with children.

A late summer break with excellent weather, hotel room was large spacious with balcony views thatwere truly outstanding. Convenient to all Torquay had to offer. Apparent that some staff were in true Torquay 'Manuel' mode, but in such a wonderful dining room not a big issue.Excellent parking arrangements. Superb views a glorious weekend definitely helped with such good weather.

We had a lovely break in Torquay and enjoyed travelling around. Food choices were a little limited though, especially for people with allergies. I think Superbreak should check with client their dietary needs and ensure these can be met when opting for food included during stays. In addition, the hotel had sea view rooms but we weren't given that choice when booking.

We stayed just over a week in the Grand Hotel in Torquay. Hotel: +complementary WiFi, -ongoing renovation work on top floors near elevator, +close to public transport (bus stop just outside, 5min walk to train station, +lots of attractions and restaurants in the area.

Fabulous Hotel, excellent staff. Really enjoyed the holiday in all and would definitely go to this hotel again and recommend. Torquay was a delight too visit - it was very clean and the people were very friendly.

The staff were super, the food lovely. however the view from our room of the water was stunning. an easy walk into town, great location

We were most impressed with the hotel and, even more so, with your service and efficiency.

We decided on a weekend break for four mid life crisis sufferers in Torquay. Staying at the Grand Hotel, Torquay.The Hotel is a fine old establishment, staffed by some good people. Unfortunately, our room, room 2, was directly underneath a room occupied by Hammy the Hamster. Up and down all night long!! And the floors creaked! However, we enjoyed ourselves none the less. We decided not to eat in the hotel restaurant since it seemed to have a very limited menu for such a fine establishment. We ate out both evenings. The Inn on the Green at Paignton... Don't miss it.. A great place and unbelievably friendly and well run. Nothing was too much trouble and dinner was served at jig time.. great since there must have been 250 people at various firms Xmas dinners there that night. Excellent quality and service. See it then die... Not really of course!

We spent our weekend in the Livermead Cliff hotel and I feel it was very well situated by both Torquay and Paignton. It also had breath-taking views of the seaside and the cliffside. I also enjoyed the ammenities on offer such as the out-door pool, restaurant and cafe/bar. The staff were also extremely pleasant and helpful.I felt as if I was abroad, the English Riviera is definately a place for both locals and people who want a more 'abroad' feeling holiday. It was pleasant, calming and interesting. I would most definitely consider coming back!

Hotel was OK but rooms needed more cleaning. The bathrooms need redocorating. We have seen better 3 star hotels.There was limited choice for vegetarians at breakfast

The view from our fourth floor balcony was amazing, across the whole bay. The Red Arrows did a display one night and we sat there and enjoyed - with a glass of wine.Went by boat to Dartmouth - fabulous, saw dolphins. Back by steam train to Paignton, then boat ride back to Torquay, All our treats at once!!

The Gleneagles hotel in Tourquay was a luxurious bolt hole for a weekend break for my family. Hearty breakfasts with a sea view to die for in the heart of the English Riviera. The manager was helpful to a fault. Clean and comfortable and will definitely be going back for more TLC.

Very good!!

Had great fun on bannana watersport and had a good trip to Brixham Harbour.

Fabulous Hotel, although not the best looking one from the outside due to style of building, lovely inside, very much a 4* with excellent service and wonderful views across the bays.Paington Zoo a good trip out, fairly priced. Cockington Manor 7 Park lovely location but more to do than I think would be normal as they had their annual fair when we visited. Go early and come away early on that day, which this year was 1st Aug.All in all a lovely break and the best bit was the hotel.

Went to relax and done just that. Hotel was really great but the hill was sometimes a killer. The staff were very helpful and nothing was a bother. Room was wonderful and the views over the bay magnificent.

The hotel was good and the staff were excellent. Food was also good particularly the evening meal. Public rooms need a bit of upgrading.Car park charges in the area were expensive and not sensibly priced eg 55p or 90p. No change given. Slapton Sands car parks were a rip off.

Yum Sing - the best chinese restaurantCosta Coffee Lovely for a relaxing timePaviliionGreat for a beer with harbour view

Found this hotel very disappointing. bedrooms were dirty, decor was old and faded in bedroom. curtains hanging off hooks and furtniture was dirty. Towels that had been left in room were stained

Purpose of trip to visit family.Stayed at The Grand Hotel Torquay, liked it a lot but was not happy with scaffolding outside my bedroom window.Hoopers, a large store at Torquay Harbour is a great place for coffee and small snacks.I had a great trip, by boat, from Torquay to Dartmouth. Dartmouth itself is well worth a visit.

My wife and I followed the costal path from the hotel to Babbacombe it was a lovely day out with stops for coffeee on the way.Had a morning at the french market which was interesting and a wander around Torquay town.

My wife and I found Paignton front and sands rather dirty,as evening approached the area was down graded by boy racers and loud music from thier cars.racing around the roads adjacent to the front

Visiting students in locality for one afternoon, so just enjoyed the hotel when not working

Amazing views, smart hotel and well appointed room. Only slight disappointment was breakfast, which was promised to be a hot buffet but was not available, and only half the items on the menu were available. Mainly though, very good value for money and recommended.

A good time in a pleasant town, perfect for all of the family the Hotel was ideally situated for all of the local amenities.Seafront and harbour were all within walking distance, and whilst hotel entertainment was a little dated a good experience was had by all

I spent five days in Torquay from 30th March to 3rd April 2007. I stayed at the 4* Grand Hotel as I wanted to treat myself to a little luxury. Not so! My single room was small. The bathroom - couldn't swing a cat round in it! Both rooms were cold. Although there was a radiator in the room, even on maximum heat, the room was not warm due to the galeforce draughts coming through the window. There was no radiator in the bathroom - so that was absolutely freezing. The furniture in the room was both shabby and dusty. I'm asthmatic - so that didn't help! The window in the bathroom was plain glass looking straight out onto the stree! One of the curtains was hanging from the rail in the bathroom - this was fixed about two hours after my arrival. I had to wait almost half an hour before my luggage was brought up to my room - it had been in store due to the fact I had arrived too early to check in. I did have a complimentary coffee and biscuits in the bar on my arrival.The majority of the staff were pleasant enough but not particularly attentive. Each morning at breakfast I had to ask for coffee and toast - other guests were asked as soon as they were seated. In the bar the procedure was to be seated and a member of staff would come to you. Each time I went in the bar I had to wait ages, even when that bar was not particularly busy. One particular day I got so fed up of waiting for my order to be taken I walked out. Yet again, other guests were attended to immediately they were seated.The leisure club was a great disappointment. Unsupervised. Both times I used the pool there were incidents of 'stupid' behaviour from other guests which had the potential to be dangerous. No specific times when children not allowed to use the facilities. Changing rooms cramped and not particularly clean. No access to pool for anyone like myself with slight mobility problems. Steps into pool were not secure. Rail on side of steps to jaccuzzi was extremely loose.On the positive side . . . Torquay and the surrounding areas has a lot to offer and there's plenty to do. I would certainly go back to Torquay but not to the Grand.

Hotel needed sustantial investment to bring it up to the standard of a 5 star hotel . The Room on the first night was so hot that it was unpleasant. We could not open the window far enough and there were no individual controls. I upgraded to a deluxe room I feel sorry for people who have to visit there in the Summer. I would not go to that hotel again.

We were very impressed with our stay at the Hotel. The Hotel itself was lovely, coupled by beautiful weather, room was perfect and very comfortable and would certainly recommend and return.

We were unbable to have an evening meal at the hotel because a function had taken over the restaurant, and the lift was not working for the whole weekend although nobody was in attendance to repair it - neither of these are acceptable in a four star hotel!!!!I would not recommend this hotel to anyone else Neither would I return

lovely pool/jacuzzi, great staff found us a nice restaurant and booked taxi's etc, even moved a car so i could park

Had nice walk around local area and made our way slowly home

Good half day visit to living coasts in central Torquay.

We stayed at the 5* Imperial Torquay as it is just round the corner from where my mum lives.It was the weekend of her 90th birthdayThe Imperial was very nice. Room comfortable and cosy. Weather very pleasant even though it was mid January.The sppecial bit about this hotel is to have full English breakfast served in the dining room in front of massive windows that overlook the sea and Torbay coastline.

We stayed at the Paramount Imperial Hotel, Torquay's only 5 star hotel. The hotel is struggling to keep its 5th star and this became obvious throughout the stay.Even out of season, Torquay is still "open" and the local Wetherspoon's offered real ale at £1.59 per pint. Excellent value!Restaurants to visit are Bianco's Italian, a must, The Thai restauarant by the harbour is expensive but good.

My friend and i needed to chill out after xmas so we left our respective families at home and drove the short distance to the Osborne Hotel. We found the staff superb and they made us feel the most important people there. It is the first panto ive been to and at 58 yrs old i found myself shouting "its behind you" along with all the children.By the end of the weekend we went home feeling totaly refreshed so i would like to say a big thank you.

The hotel rooms were not correctly prepared for arrival, one bed short in one room room, no cot and no towels in one bathroom. This was quickly corrected however, by attentive and friendly staff.

A much needed break, which Superbreak made so easy to arrange and organise. A few clicks can transport you miles away and provide the ultimate switch off. Always use Superbreak to arrange short notice get-aways.

The Paramount Imperial Hotel is a good hotel with good rooms and fantastic sea views from balconies, although a little tired around the edges. As it is on the top a steep hill I would not recommend it for persons with walking difficulties.Breakfast was dissapointing it was standard and very basic for vegetarians. Some items on the menu were charged additionally for e.g. Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel and Smoked Haddock etc. I have stayed in the Derwent Hotel and the breakfast there was far superior to the Imperial. Food was in abundance and anything you wanted was at no extra cost.Nice setting and surroundings,being around the harbour area you are just out of the town.Town is good for shopping,although a steep climb again not suitable for persons with walking difficulties. Plenty of bars and restaurants, didnt do any sightseeing as it was only for a weekend and weather was very wet.We all liked Torquay and enjoyed our weekend away and would definately go again.

We spent a long weekend in Torquay travelling from the Medway area and found our hotel, The Rainbow International, very easily. We did not realise it was a Turkey & Tinsel weekend but thoroughly enjoyed the break and the entertainment was very good. The hotel staff were extremely helpful and pleasant and we would return but probably in the Summer months as being October not many attractions were open. However we did enjoy the pretty fishing villages and the Zoo.

We were so much looking to our short break at the Imperial 5 Star in Torquay but wer most disappointed. How this hotel gained a 5 star rating beggers belief. At £150 per night this is a complete ripp off. Room dirty, bath chipped,breakfast run out on two mornings and wrong amount debited to my account for extras.The hotel have written to apologise.Suggest this hotel is deleted from your agenda until things improve.

We bought a day rider bus ticket which was excellent value for money and took us here,there and everywhere around Torquay and surrounding areas.We went to Babbacombe and took a trip on the Cliff Railway which was great fun and a recommended ride-just make sure you get the return journey as its a very long uphill walk otherwise and the last one ran at 4.55pm.We only visited a few bars-Yates, Wetherspoons and an Irish bar on the harbour front as we had our 7 week old son with us which does restrict you somewhat but for the very best of reasons!

Torquay itself too many hotels, not enough restaurants. Nowhere to park. Bit disappointed prefer more of a family holiday destination. Babbacombe Model Village excellent, we went twice daytime and evening. Kents Cavern very good and ideal on what was an extremely wet day! Would visit Devon again, but not Torquay.