The Briarfields

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Property highlights

Experience world-class service at The Briarfields

Just a mile from Torquay's North Quay and Marina, The Briarfields offers boutique-style 5-star gold award luxury accommodation. With award-winning full English Breakfasts, free Wi-Fi, and free parking, the property is just a short walk from the beach. The elegant rooms are bright and airy, and have an en suite bathroom and tea and coffee facilities. Rooms also offer luxury memory-foam mattresses, DVDs players and radios. Delicious cooked breakfasts are served daily in the spacious dining room, with vegetarian and continental options also available. There is a selection of restaurants just a short walk away. Just a 10-minute walk from the picturesque coast, The Briarfields is 20 minutes’ walk from The Princess Theatre. The sandy beaches at Paignton can be reached in 10 minutes’ drive and Living Coasts is a 25-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

  • Situated in the best rated area in Torquay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
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1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Carol
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The property was spacious, spotlessly clean and very tastefully decorated and presented. Lots of attention to details which made it feel extra special.”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was excellent. The welcoming and friendly staff were excellent. Our rooms were impeccably clean, well decorated and well equipped. Our breakfast was freshly cooked, plentiful and the selection of items was excellent. Overall, a very...”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfortable everything we needed, very helpful friendly owners. Fabulous breakfast!!!”
Shelly
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location, close to seafront and harbour. Lovely place to stay, The rooms were eloquently presented, as expected from a Five Star accommodation.which was delivered to a high standard .We were made to feel welcomed and well looked after, they...”
Jennifer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was very spacious, the choice of menu was excellent”
Thorne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The welcome and the friendliness throughout. Our room was exemplary, what hotel bedrooms should be like. Ours had a sitting area with a couple of armchairs, assuring comfort and relaxation. The breakfasts were healthy and good and the service...”
Emmanuel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great breakfast and hospitality. Clean facilities,”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean, well maintained, very hospitable hosts. Breakfast was excellent good quality produce with excellent choice.”
Rio
Australia Australia
“Everything about this establishment oozes 'First Class' - it's probably why they have so many awards!!”
Shashin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was very good with many choices and well prepared”

Managed by Charlie & Julie-Anne

Company review score: 10Based on 187 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Charlie, a trained chef and foodie, has created a fantastic award wining breakfast menu with a wide and varied choice of dishes to choose from. The menu not only includes the ubiquitous Full English, there are plenty of surprises to tempt our guests. We love what we do and hope that this shows, not only in the presentation, style and comfort of our B&B, but also in the Welcome we provide.

Property information

Five Star Gold Award boutique style B&B. Awards include Visit England 5-Star Rating, a Gold Award and a Breakfast Award also a Visit England 2025 ROSE Award Winner. Located within easy level reach of the sea front harbour, night life, restaurants, theatre and main shopping area. Private off road parking, Full High Speed WiFi, Air Conditioned rooms available.

Neighbourhood information

Located in the tourist region of Torquay, 7 minutes from Torre Abbey and Torre Abbey Sands is just a 10 minute walk. Torquay and Torre Railway stations are within easy reach. The Briarfields is ideally situated to explore the English Riviera and its coastal paths

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

The Briarfields takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that children aged 13 years and older can be accommodated.

Please inform The Briarfields 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.