Best Western Hotel Gleneagles

Location. Hotel Gleneagles is located in Torquay, England, 300 metres from the prehistoric caves of Kent's Cavern and within 500 metres of the beach, shops and restaurants.

Hotel Features. The Hotel Gleneagles is a modern hotel situated on a hill overlooking its outdoor pool and sun terrace, and the beautiful Lyme Bay. Amenities include room service, complimentary wireless Internet, and complimentary parking.

The Hotel Gleneagles serves contemporary international dishes in its conservatory and bar. Both have spectacular views and the bar opens out onto a terrace by the pool and designer gardens. The hotel serves a complimentary full English breakfast.

Nearby beach activities include fishing, boating and scuba diving from the local beach.

Guestrooms. There are 41 rooms built over three floors opening out onto private balconies, most with sea views. Decor is contemporary, with pale blue walls, light wood, functional modern furniture and subtly patterned soft furnishings. Amenities include tea and coffee makers, televisions and direct-dial phones. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Expert Tip. There's a chance to see sea mammals in their natural habitat above and below the waves at Living Coasts. Waddling penguins, playful seals and colourful coastal birds duck and dive where the sea meets the sand beneath a huge meshed canopy, allowing the birds free flight.