The Headland Hotel & Spa

Hotels
8.6 (3337 reviews)
Daddyhole Road , Torquay , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Beautiful location
Cons:
Cold rooms
Dated amenities
Weak shower pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
General sentiment indicates cleanliness with some mentions of issues in rooms.
Service
9.15
Staff are frequently praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.15
The location is consistently praised for its beauty and convenience.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms are mentioned to be comfortable but sometimes cold or dated.
Amenities
8.15
Amenities are generally seen as adequate but could use improvement.
Value for Money
8.65
Value for money is highlighted, especially for deals and upgrades.
Food and Beverage
9.15
Food quality is highly praised with excellent praise for breakfast and dinner.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall, guests report enjoyable experiences with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:11

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Headland Hotel & Spa in Torquay offers a luxurious stay just 800 metres from Beacon Cove Beach. The rooms are elegantly furnished with amenities like a TV, private bathroom, and stunning sea views in some units.

Top-Notch Facilities
Enjoy a range of facilities including a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge, and a terrace. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, unwind with room service, or grab a drink at the bar. The 24-hour front desk and free WiFi ensure a convenient stay.

Prime Location
Situated close to Meadfoot Beach and Torre Abbey Sands Beach, this hotel is perfect for beach lovers. With Exeter International Airport just 42 km away, convenience and relaxation await at The Headland Hotel & Spa.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms 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.
    Adults stay for £40 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

8.6
Based on 3337 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 9.15
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Diana solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great hotel, lovely view. Great room.

Cons:

The walk back, it's up a hill.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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O Donnell couple gb
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Megan couple gb
1
Awful night sleep
Pros:

Sea views

Cons:

Dirty toe nail clipping on the carpet had to keep my shoes on
Unkept
Horrible bed more like a small double

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Kathleen solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely hotel, great food and really lovely staff.
Pros:

Many people reviewing complain about the dated decor but I think this is charming and is characterful - typically British coastal B&B feel.
It’s also in a stunning location, with incredible views.

Cons:

Nothing.
A small store on site with some essentials would be nice though as I managed to get a parking space and didn’t want to have to drive to the shops .

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Ward solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Excellent food and very friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Sheralyn solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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proud solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Breakfast was absolutely amazing and the staff go out of there way to help.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
5
Sorry, will not be going to this hotel again.
Pros:

Hotel is in a good position location wise. Food was good and quite plentiful.

Cons:

Standard rooms were very poor. First room we were given was in the converted basement area and was like a rabbit warren! Really tiny room with small window opening directly onto the garden, so no security. Second room we had was marginally better but with stairs from the corridor to the room, and stairs the other side of the room to the bathroom. Furniture in both rooms were old and dilapidated, not nice.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Green solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location, Breakfast

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Justin couple gb
7
Good value
Pros:

View

Cons:

.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Nigel solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Clean room onto the garden with lovely views the bar and restaurant were excellent staff helpful and polite

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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allan couple gb
9
Pros:

Friendly staff
Good food
Good housekeeping

Cons:

Location

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
5
Not great
Pros:

Location was lovely , with lovely views but it is definately a place for the over 60s to stay, we were probably the youngest there at 40 . The lobby and the gallery restaurant have been updated , but thats it really.

Cons:

The room was outdated , carpet torn at the edges , makeup on the ceiling , parking is stupid , you have to park down the road and walk to the hotel as theres only so many spaces ,

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Sue solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
8
Great break great hotel
Pros:

Location and facilities

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Eleanor solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Janet couple gb
8
Good value and an enjoyable stay. We would definitely return again.
Pros:

Hotel occupies a wonderful position down a no through road with stunning sea views. Friendly staff, very comfortable beds (best pillows) and a very good breakfast. We enjoyed the lovely outside terrace with a cream tea - freshly made scones (as they should be) plenty of cream. We only stayed one night and didn't dine in so can't comment on food.

Cons:

As many comments state, the hotel is of an era and our room (137) was looking a bit tired in places, especially the bathroom. Also there was some fan/generator running outside but it wasn't too intrusive. I felt that there could be a little more attention to some detailed cleaning - cobwebs in old style radiator by door, thorough cleaning of doors, wall adjacent to wash basin in bathroom and light pull cord for example.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Adrian solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Good atmosphere and fantastic breakfast

Cons:

We paid extra for our dog. The room looked old and tired. Bathroom floor looked like a previous coverìng had been removed.
If they charge more for a dog friendly room I would hope the standard to be the same as the other rooms.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Marion couple gb
6
Pros:

The spa was really good the breakfast was lovely

Cons:

The position of the hotel was up a very steep hill not enough parking

2026-06-30 via Nuitee