"The pool was an amazing addition and everyone was so welcoming and friendly."
Leanne from United Kingdom
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"Lovely hosts, very helpful.Lovely bar/lounge area & FAB pool (made the holiday)."
Laura from United Kingdom
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"The pool looked very inviting and we wish we'd had time to use it."
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"We loved the swimming pool and can't wait too come back next year."
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"The pool was warm too!"
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Award-winning Victorian guesthouse with a 30-foot heated pool & free parking in Torquay
Pool & Garden
The 30-foot heated outdoor swimming pool, open from May to September, is set within a large patio garden with tropical plants and sun loungers. Guests are provided with pool towels and swimming pool toys, and can enjoy afternoon sunshine on the sun terrace or under umbrellas. The garden also features outdoor furniture and a bar area serving cocktails and local Devon spiced rum.
Rooms & Facilities
All 12 rooms are en-suite with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, and a small fridge; some rooms include a DVD player. Superior rooms offer panoramic south-facing sea views across Torbay with bay window seating. The hotel provides a licensed bar for residents, a shared lounge/TV area with board games and puzzles, and fast fiber optic Wi-Fi throughout.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast includes a cold buffet with cereals, pastries, fruit, and yoghurts, plus hot dishes cooked to order such as full English and omelettes. Special diet menus are available upon request, and a kid-friendly buffet offers options for children. The south-facing dining room overlooks the sun terrace and pool area, while the snack bar serves light bites and wine or champagne.
Location & Parking
The Cimon is set in an 1850s detached Victorian building less than half a mile from Torquay's sandy beaches and less than a mile from Torquay Rail Station. Agatha Christie Mile is an 8-minute walk away, and Torre Abbey and Babbacombe Theatre are nearby attractions. Complimentary on-site parking is provided, along with an electric vehicle charging station, a rarity in central Torquay.
Family & Pet-Friendly Policies
Family rooms accommodate groups, and children are catered for with a kid-friendly buffet, kids' meals, board games, and swimming pool toys. The hotel is pet-friendly and welcomes dogs with prior arrangement, offering a home-like environment for all guests. Private check-in/check-out and luggage storage add convenience for traveling families.
Highlights
Pool: 30-foot heated outdoor swimming pool open May-September
Parking: Free on-site parking with EV charging station
Breakfast: Cooked-to-order hot breakfast with special diet menus
Location: 8 min walk from Agatha Christie Mile and beaches
Rooms: Sea-view rooms with fridge and DVD player
Extras: Licensed bar, board games, pool towels & toys
Must-do experiences
Stroll through Torre Abbey Gardens for stunning coastal views.
Taste the famous cream tea at The Orange Tree café nearby.
Discover the charm of the local Torquay Farmers' Market every Saturday.
Visit Kents Cavern for a fascinating guided tour of ancient caves.
Catch a live performance at The Princess Theatre for local culture.
Select your room type
The Cimon features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
Double Room Balcony Sea View
2 persons
15 m²
1 King-size bed
Balcony
Heating
room details
Standard Double Room
2 persons
10 m²
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
King Room Sea View
2 persons
20 m²
1 King-size bed
Heating
Shower
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Facilities
The Cimon provides amenities to make your stay in England comfortable and memorable
Facilities: Perfect
9.4/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Canoeing
Hiking
Tennis court
Bowling
Golf course
Services
Housekeeping
Welcome drink
Dining
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Children
Cots
Children's buffet
Board games
Toys
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Seasonal outdoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Aqua park
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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The Cimon: Location in England
82 Abbey Road, Torquay, TQ2 5NP,
Map view
City landmarks
Landmark
Riviera International Centre
900 m
Park
Torre Abbey Museum and Gardens
1.04 km
Zoo
Living Coasts
1.45 km
Monument
Kents Cavern
2.16 km
Stadium
Torquay United FC
1.59 km
Landmark
Babbacombe Model Village
2.02 km
Museum
Torquay's Dinosaur World
1.05 km
Museum
Torquay Musuem
1.36 km
Landmark
Pavilion
670 m
Church
Riviera Life Church
1.14 km
Landmark
Haddon Galleries
960 m
Landmark
The Real Crime Museum
1 km
Landmark
Inner Harbour
970 m
Landmark
The Agatha Christie Mile Path Walk
910 m
Harbour
Torquay Harbour
1.1 km
Landmark
K's Amusements
720 m
Park
Cockington Court
2.24 km
Landmark
Bygones
2.04 km
Landmark
Torquay Marina
1.03 km
Landmark
Abbey Park
710 m
Landmark
Corbyn Headland
1.09 km
Beach
Torquay Seafront
870 m
Landmark
Babbacombe
2.13 km
Park
Cockington Country Park
2.01 km
Nearby
Gallery
Artizan Gallery
370 m
Bridge
South West Coast Path Walk- Meadfoot & London Bridge
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