Le Papillon

18 Vansittart Road, Torquay, England TQ2 5BW

Le Papillon
 
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86.4%
Overall Rating

53 out of 58 HostelBookers customers would recommend 'Le Papillon'

Atmosphere
85.6%
Location
82.4%
Facilities
84.8%
Staff
86.4%
Cleanliness
88.0%
Safety
90.4%
Value
87.2%

Recent review (26/11/2011)

We've stayed here twice now and found Marga very accommodating and helpful. The hostel has a very homely feel to it and is well situated within relatively easy walking distance from the centre of Torquay.

 
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Overview

Le Papillon is a very popular backpackers hostel which welcomes families groups or single travellers. It is ideally situated within walking distance to the local train and coach station, the beach, harbour and the town centre where you will find all the best clubs and pubs. Le Papillon has its own car park for up to 14 cars and a large garden for sunbathing and Barbecues.

****WINTER SPECIALS
beat those long dark winter days with a break at Le Papillon
from 1st December 2011 until 1st March 2012 you will get a nearly 20% reduction in price if you book for 3 executive nights. Price adjustment will be made on arrival****


Le Papillon is a popular backpacker’s hostel set in a quarter acre of land with a large car park and a big south facing garden with BBQ area.
All the rooms have wooden floors, wash basins and comfortable beds.
The TV lounge has comfortable armchairs to rest after a busy day and free wireless Internet access.
The breakfast room leads to the garden and on sunny days breakfast or dinner can be taken outside.
The kitchen is large and well equipped and ideal for self catering.
There are 3 shower rooms + toilets, as well as 2 more separate toilet rooms
Le Papillon is also suited for families as it is a small comfortable hostel situated in a quiet area.
From Le Papillon it is only a 10 minute walk to reach the sea. Most of the fabulous sandy beaches around the bay are within easy reach
As the English Riviera has one of the mildest climates on the British mainland, it allows you to have that Mediterranean feel while sitting around one of the many cafes, restaurants and pubs.
Here you can indulge in one of the many water sports from sailing, diving, windsurfing and water skiing to a ride on the large Banana!!
The newly erected Balloon on the seafront takes you to a dazzling height with breathtaking views over the South West.
From Le Papillon it is only a 15 minutes’ walk into the town centre with its many fashionable shops and plenty of restaurants, with the famous harbour nearby known for its many pubs and clubs.

Accommodation Information

The 5 bed dorm has 2 bunk beds and a single bed, full length mirrors and big windows overlooking the garden.
The large 5 bed private/family room has 1 double 1 single and 1 bunk bed, wash basin, full length mirror and windows overlooking the garden
The 6 bed ideal family room has 1 double and 2 bunk beds, wash basin and storage space with a shower room just next door
The 4 bed private room, also ideal for a family, has 1 double and 1 bunk bed, wash basin and storage space and shower next door
Both 2 bed rooms are ideal overnighters with a bunk bed and wash basin and no windows though there is air ventilation.


What's Included

What's Included

Linen Free

Purchasable Extras

Purchasable Extras

Towel USD 1.58

Facilities

Facilities

Car Parking Self-catering Facilities
No curfew Secure lockers
Lounge area Internet
24 hour hot showers Reception (limited hours)
BBQ area Common area / room
Internet access in public areas Outside area

Check-In/Out Details

Earliest check-in: 13:00
Latest Check-out: 10:00

Important Information

Groups over 10 people to pay 50% deposit 2 weeks before arrival Groups from 2 - 10 people to pay 50% deposit 1 week before arrival Single travellers are subject to a minimum lenght of stay of 2 nights. One night bookings for single travellers won't be accepted. ***Credit Cards not accepted. Cash on arrival, or a checque can be sent prior to arrival date***

Cancellation Policy

Guests can cancel their reservation free of charge up to 12 days before arrival. Payments made to HostelBookers are non-refundable.

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