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A huge turnaround on the south coast – Grosvenor Hotel, Torquay, Devon  

If I told you this hotel was once lauded the worst in Britain – would you believe me? All you would need to do is cast your mind back five years and remember the popular fly-on-the-wall documentary The Hotel. The Grosvenor Hotel in Torquay is THE hotel. As my partner and I walk into the […]

Joe Mellor by Joe Mellor
2017-10-06 13:33
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If I told you this hotel was once lauded the worst in Britain – would you believe me?

All you would need to do is cast your mind back five years and remember the popular fly-on-the-wall documentary The Hotel.

The Grosvenor Hotel in Torquay is THE hotel.

As my partner and I walk into the reception area – part of me is desperate to be met by madcap former owner Mark Jenkins – however what we were met with was far better.

Now manager Julio de Carvalho tells how desperate they were to get away from their previous reputation.

And it’s working.

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As we’re shown around the 47-room hotel , it’s clear that the garish decor and series of constant nightmare situations are long-gone.

The hotel was bought by Grand Hotel owner Keith Richardson who ploughed £1million in renovations.

It’s biggest change being the transformation of its restaurant.

Former two Michelin-starred chef John Burton-Race has been called in to overhaul not only the reputation of the hotel but somewhat Torquay as a whole too.

Its menu is sophisticated and a far cry from what we imagine the British seaside to be – which is – let’s face it -fish and chips.

Upon arrival we were treated to a tray of mouth watering sweet treats that were welcome after a long day of driving.

The room itself was less inspiring than the incredible views and welcoming dining room – but I am told that they are next on the list of revamps.

Next up is drinks at the bar –  we enjoy a signature cocktail on the terrace, before being brought in for dinner.

Let’s face it, the meal is the main reason we’re here, and it does not disappoint.

We’re treated to a six-course tasting menu (from £55 per person) paired with a different wine with each dish.

The food was decadent, and overwhelmingly delicious.

It is clear that bringing in Burton-Race was their best decision yet.

The seasonally focused menu was created to harness the best local produce available.

The hotel has had a full 360 degree turnaround and is well worth the trip to the south coast to visit. You will see no Basil Fawlty types in this hotel.

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