Explore Torquay, Devon
The Grand Hotel
The hotel’s Victorian interior
Compact Double Room
Christmas decorations on music sheets

From £1,149pp

Price based on 2 sharing

Hotel Stays

Christmas

The Grand Hotel

  • Full Board

  • 4 nights

  • Torquay, Devon

The Grand Hotel is an elegant Victorian hotel situated on the top of Corbyn Beach, with sea views of Torbay and the English Riviera below. A Torquay landmark for over 140 years, this iconic hotel seamlessly blends traditional luxury with modern comforts, and is a short walk from the marina and harbour, close to the neighbouring seaside towns of Paignton and Brixham, and ideally located for long walks along the promenade.

Facilities

Restaurant 1881

The Compass Bar and Lounge

Swimming pool

Health Club

Wi-Fi.

Nationwide shared chauffeur service– included on all departures

A nationwide return shared chauffeur service from your home to your UK destination

Your holiday includes

Full board

  • Full board: 4 breakfasts, 2 buffet lunches, Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings and 4 dinners
  • Powderham Castle visit
  • Two nights of live entertainment at the hotel

Plus

Welcome drink

Exceptional value every time

Saga Host

Our trained hosts will welcome you and ensure you enjoy your holiday. We also offer 24/7 support if needed.

Additional cancellation cover included

All UK holidays include cancellation cover at no additional cost.

Location

Christmas decorations on music sheets

Throughout December, the English Riviera glows with festive lights and is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season by the sea. The Bay of Lights which takes place throughout Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, means the whole bay comes alive with events, from lantern parades to carols by candlelight. Plus, there’s a sparkling Illumination Trail from Torbay Abbey to Torquay Harbour where you can explore one and half miles of delightful light and sound shows. The Grand Hotel is located just over a mile from t...

Out and about

Set on Devon’s coast, Torquay is a traditional and thriving seaside town, that embodies the quintessential charm of the English Riviera. Torquay truly began to flourish in the Victorian era, when it transformed from a small fishing village into a fashionable seaside resort with its iconic palm trees, busy harbour, international marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and bars. Explore Kents Cavern prehistoric caves which are open up to and including Christmas Eve, ride the English Riviera Wheel, hike along the South West Coast Path, or visit Babbacombe Model Village on Christmas Eve.

Hotel details

Meals are served in Restaurant 1881. Wine and water is included at lunch and dinner. On Christmas Day you can enjoy a three-course Christmas lunch with all the trimmings.

Breakfast is available between 0700-0930

Lunch is available between 1230-1430

Dinner is available between 1830-2030

The bar is open between 1000-2400

There are 132 rooms, each with:

Tea and coffee-making facilities

TV

Welcome drinks reception

Two nights of live entertainment

Powderham Castle (Christmas Eve).

Availability

Best deal

Dec 2026

1 departure

From £1,149pp

Best deal

23 Dec 2026
27 Dec 2026

4 nights

From £1,149pp

Call us for availability

0808 134 6088

Optional excursions

Powderham Castle (Christmas Eve)

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Originally built by Sir Philip Courtenay in the 14th century and home today to the Earl of Devon, very little at Powderham Castle has changed in its 600 years of history and heritage. Explore inside the castle and hear stories of the many generations that have lived here, and discover acres of breathtaking landscapes, from the Rose Terrace and Castle Courtyard to the American Garden and the Belvedere. Beyond the gardens lies an expansive deer park, home to up to 600 fallow deer.

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Important information

§Underwritten by Astrenska Insurance Limited and subject to medical screening or a price reduction if not required. Pre-departure cancellation cover is provided by Saga and only available when taking out the included insurance.