The South Devon Family Hotels Guide

hotels and other accommodation for families travelling with children


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Cary Arms

Babbacombe

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for a special English Riviera holiday, here you'll find a traditional inn with the pampering comfort of a luxury spa hotel, in an outstanding spot

Gara Rock

East Portlemouth

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a stunning, cliff-top hotel, affording spectacular views, this expansive hotel features extensive leisure facilities and a high-end restaurant

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boasts 2 pools, indoor and outdoor, a well equipped gym, spacious guest rooms and attractive gardens all just a short walk from the beach

Churston Court Hotel

Churston Ferrers

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12th century manor with original features including inglenook fire places and walls adorned with original paintings, tapestries and armour

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enjoy the extensive leisure facilities at this well-appointed hotel, ideally placed for exploring the South Devon Area of Outstanding Beauty

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relax in the grand, sumptuously furnished rooms with seating areas, some with sea views, and enjoy the award-winning breakfast and dinner

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parts date back to 1660 at this former coaching inn that has retained plenty of character, yet carefully updated to provide modern amenities

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history and character combine with stylish guest rooms, mod-cons included, and a buzzy cafe, restaurant and bar in a Tudor house

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Edwardian hotel overlooking the fine sweep of Tor Bay - some rooms have a balcony and sea views - offering a good range of facilities

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an elegant hotel in two acres of grounds, enjoying a prime position with magnificent views over the coast and an array of relaxing facilities

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set overlooking Torbay a short walk from Abbey Park and Torre Abbey Sands featuring a lively bar, restaurant and a large sun terrace

The Ness

Shaldon

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built in 1810 for a wealthy Georgian family in a scenic spot overlooking the Teign Estuary; nautically themed rooms feature, some with sea views

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500 years of heritage can be seen at this ancient coaching inn - on the inner harbour - with atmospheric bars and an inner courtyard

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the harbour, Princess Theatre and main shopping street are moments from this modern hotel that features well-appointed bedrooms

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there is plenty to do for all the family at this hotel - the smallest of the TLH resort complex - with a great array of facilities and entertainment

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boasts stunning views over the English Riviera and is set in 6 acres of secluded grounds yet is only a short walk from the bustling harbour

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features period elegance and magnificent ballrooms, part of a hotel complex that offers extensive leisure facilities and entertainment

Beach Hotel

Paignton

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one of Torbay's attractive traditional hotels, minutes from the beach, has been refurbished to provide bright designer rooms and communal areas

Cockhaven Arms

Bishopsteignton

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updated inn - parts date back to the 16th century though - providing stylish and contemporary rooms and serving traditional pub fayre

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contemporary chic meets the English Riviera at this stylish hotel; sea-view rooms are finished to a high standard and an indulgent treat

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