Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Fantastic views
Exceptional customer service
Delicious food
Cons:
Limited access to indoor pool for kids
Minor issues with room furniture and bathtub practicality

Categories

Cleanliness
9.28
Impeccable cleanliness noted in several reviews, reflecting high standards.
Service
9.75
Exceptional customer service highlighted throughout the reviews, with friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
9.79
Beautiful location with fantastic views, ideal for stay.
Room Quality
9.24
Quality of accommodations noted as spacious and luxurious, with some minor issues mentioned.
Amenities
8.77
Amenities are good, though some guests noted restrictions like pool access for kids.
Value for Money
8.73
Standard quality for this hotel tier, with guests feeling pleased overall.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Delicious food at all meals noted, enhancing overall experience.
Overall Experience
9.55
Guests consistently express high satisfaction and intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 12:34

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views and Luxury Amenities
Cary Arms & Spa in Torquay is a picturesque retreat offering breathtaking sea views and a cozy bar for unwinding. Guests can indulge in complimentary WiFi and parking, ensuring a hassle-free stay.

Luxurious Room Features
Each room at Cary Arms & Spa is equipped with modern comforts like a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and plush bathrobes. Select rooms even boast private terraces or balconies for enjoying a morning coffee with a view.

Leisure and Recreation Options
From bike rentals to serene fishing spots, there's no shortage of activities at the hotel. Guests can also opt for car hire to explore the charming surroundings easily.

Experience seaside luxury at Cary Arms & Spa for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note dogs are only allowed in certain rooms upon request.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 250 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.79
Room Quality: 9.24
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.55
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John • couple • gb
6
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
10
Perfect location, facilities and staff care - a beautiful all round experience, whatever the weather
Pros:

Stunning location matched by quality of the hotel experience, including dining, the spa, bedrooms / apartment, lounge and staff care, which was spot on and not overbearing.

Cons:

Not a 'didn't like' but the price, which is fair, means a stay will be an occasional treat.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
8
Beautiful view and very steep hills
Pros:

The walks and the scenery are absolutely amazing, listening to the waves from your window is something else, The guys who give you a lift to the top of the steep hill and collect you and bring you back down the hill are amazing and very helpful and knowledgeable. The Breakfast was amazing and quite good choice of food.

Cons:

For me The welcome wasn’t the greatest, and the cleaners like to hoover very early in the morning they also have meetings right outside your bedroom door which were very loud.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Mavi • couple • gb
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
10
A perfect few days in a gorgeous hotel right on the south west coast path.
Pros:

Absolutely gorgeous stay in a superb setting. The catch of the day was stunning. We stayed 2 nights so that we could spend a whole day out of the southwest coast path. We walked south to Torquey, calling in at all of the little headlands along the way. We got the bus back to Babbacombe shops and walked down the steep cliff path to the hotel. It was the perfect way to spend a day. You can't park outside the hotel, and so the hotel parks your car for you up the steep hill to save you from walking up and down with all of your luggage, which is a very nice and thoughtful touch. The man who shuttled us up to our car, prior to our walk to collect our walking things from our car, was very helpful giving us local tips to get on the right path and even checking the weather forecast for us. All in all, an excellent stay. Thank you very much, Cary Arms Hotel.

Cons:

nothing

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • couple • gb
8
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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robert • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Fabulous hotel, fabulous staff and a fabulous stay!

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • gb
5
Staff were lovely on arrival, but very disappointing the following morning.
Pros:

We got a lovely welcome on arrival, and the beach hut was very nice.

Cons:

When we arrived, we mentioned we wanted to use the spa, and they said we could book it the following morning when we go down for breakfast. It turns out we were unable to use it due to it being fully booked, and the only time they had available was 8am - bearing in mind it was 8.40 we turned up for breakfast! If we had known this when we arrived, we could have, or should have been told to book there and then!
The staff at breakfast looked stressed! The Scottish lady was very abrupt and did not have a good energy. In fact, it was almost like she has her favourites there. My husband found a long dark hair in his food, which was gross. The breakfast as nothing special, and the GF bread was horrific.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Steph • couple • gb
10
100/10
Pros:

Location was unreal. The staff were all amazing. The decor, the bar, the spa! Everything

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Petersen • couple • au
8
Great views
Pros:

Views

Cons:

Breakfast service from staff

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
10
Wonderfully appointed retreat by the sea
Pros:

Lots of lovely touches amazing rooms

Cons:

Nothing it was great

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Roger • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
9
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
10
This is our second stay and we look forward to our third!
Pros:

Its location, individuality, attentive staff and good food!

Cons:

Everything was good

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Paolo • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything wonderful: dinner, breakfast, room, views, staff. Cannot find fault.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Matt • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alex • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anupa • extended_group • gb
9
Simply delightful
Pros:

Delicious breakfast which we had in the conservatory with beautiful view of the cliffs, beach. Fish and chips on the dinner menu is just beautiful.
Location of the property is on the hill side so there are beautiful views. We stayed in the pebble cottage which has a very cute terrace of its own. The staff, especially Brad, were extremely welcoming and helpful which made our stay truly enjoyable.

Cons:

The only thing that can be possibly improved is that the living room furniture in the cottage is a little dated- which is a very minor issue. Also, if you are not used to driving on steep roads, the approach to the place can be quite tricky but once there, the hotel takes care of parking your vehicle and giving you lift to and from the parking so that too is not an issue.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
10
Great location, amazing food and very friendly staff!
Pros:

Everything!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee