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Cary Arms

5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with calming spa services

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Terrace/patio
Panoramic Suite | View from room
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Room options

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About the area

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Cary Arms, Babbacombe Beach, Torquay, England, TQ1 3LX

What's nearby

  • Babbacombe Beach - 2 min walk
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 15 min walk
  • Inner Harbour - 5 min drive
  • Princess Theatre - 6 min drive
  • Meadfoot Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 15 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Degrees West - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Theatre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Cliff Railway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dolphin Inn - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Cary Arms

Luxury eco-certified hotel
At Cary Arms, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial and a Swedish massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A lift, barbecues and newspapers in the reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Cary Arms feature comforts, such as separate sitting areas, as well as
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Separate sitting areas, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 PM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.5 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Cary Arms Inn South Devon
Cary Arms South Devon
Cary Arms Inn Torquay
Cary Arms Inn
Cary Arms Torquay
Cary Arms Torquay Devon
The Cary Arms Hotel Torquay
Cary Arms Hotel
Cary Arms Torquay
Cary Arms Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Does Cary Arms have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cary Arms pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Cary Arms?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cary Arms?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cary Arms?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Cary Arms located?

Nestled on the beach, this Torquay hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Babbacombe Beach and Cary Gardens. Oddicombe Beach and Babbacombe Cliff Railway are also within 15 minutes.

Cary Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stunning location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Missed Opportunity
Like many others, with holidays cancelled and uncertainty around international travel we booked a short break in the UK and based on their innovative website, the promises of 5 star service and luxury we plumped for the Cary Arms.. We booked one of the beach huts, to enjoy a bit of peace and quiet and glorious views of Babbacombe bay, we were not disappointed, the location was fantastic with stunning views of the bay and beyond, the accommodation was beautifully finished to a high standard and very comfortable for all our needs. My only concern is these “huts” get very warm, there is no air conditioning and as you sleep on the mezzanine any hot days the night would be uncomfortable, we just about got away with it! That was the high point, there is a complete disconnect between the beautiful accommodation that has recently been added and the rest of the service offering – 5 star it certainly isn’t. From the lack of welcome, to just being given a handful of keys with no instructions, to the chaotic breakfast service this is a real missed opportunity for all concerned with the Cary Arms – the staff are young and enthusiastic but lack any real training or guidance in what they should be doing, there was no oversight and no checking you were ok and had everything you needed. Reception was just that, a place to drop your keys and move on, when we enquired about places to visits or where we might find certain shops or the best walks to do, we were offered little. I
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab retreat on the Devon coast
This place is a real hidden gem on the Devon coast. It's a mix of five star hotel and laid back beach resort. We had an incredible balcony overlooking the sea The staff was incredibly attentive and just really nice. I'm definitely going back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great weekend at he Cary Arms
Great weekend, Lovely staff. Great food. Brilliant breakfast. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

David A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good food, hospitality, care of detail and gorgeous location. I was here only for a night prior to a few days of business in London. Would love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I visited with my daughter and 7 nth old granddaughter, the staff were fantastic nothing was too much trouble, polite and friendly. I can highly recommend the Cary Arms as a peaceful and beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rustic charm and character right by the sea.
We received a warm welcome from the staff and our room was light and airy and spotlessly clean. Lovely to be so close to the water even though it was January. We had a delicious evening meal by the fire and thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast with sea views. It is very informal and although not as luxurious as we had expected it had plenty of old fashioned rustic charm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey, Derbyshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous!
Fabulous hotel in a lovely location. Beautiful rooms, great food and courtious friendly staff. Can't recommend this hotel enough. You even get s good bag when you leave, lots of nice individual touches. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sallie, Perth, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely stunning location, beautiful hotel and wonderful staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night at Cary Arms
Really enjoyable stay at a good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our 30th Wedding Anniversary Weekend
The hotel was great, kind and helpful staff. The room was amazing, beautiful view of the beach and crystal clear sea. I chose this hotel as it was the closest to where we spent our honeymoon. Only to find out that they now own what was the hotel, and it's now two cottages. That you can rent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little bit of heaven!
Everything at The Cary Arms was wonderful. From the moment we arrived the service was excellent and all the staff so friendly. The spa is wonderful and so relaxing. Well worth a visit! We only stayed one night but it was so beautiful and relaxing that we came away feeling as though we’d had a holiday. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful small hotel in an amazing setting.
We had a fantastic 3 night stay at the Cary Arms. The setting was amazing, the service exceptional and food delicious. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa, L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning views over Babbacombe bay
Fantastic place, friendly staff, 2 beautiful seals in the harbour. Amazing place, will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cary Arms review
Nice hotel in a great position overlooking the sea, and in a suntrap for most of the day. Access road is a bit tricky, but worth it when you get there. All of the staff were extremely welcoming, friendly and helpful, and this is a major feature - you are made to feel really welcome. We had a terrace room, with great views. The new beach hut accommodation look very modern and contemporary, and I would consider staying in one of those next time. Food was good. Stayed two nights.