Babbacombe

When it comes to choosing a location for your holiday in Torbay, you might just decide that Babbacombe has it all. There are pretty, sheltered beaches and coves, award winning restaurants, a theatre, and stunning coastal views. For those looking for some retail therapy, you can take your pick from boutique shops and quirky independents, or head just down the road to Torquay itself for even more choice and your high-street favourites. And when it comes to finding places to stay in Babbacombe, you’ll also be spoilt for choice. Whatever you’re looking for, read our guide to help you choose.

Hotels in Babbacombe for those who enjoy the finer things in life

Discerning customers return to the Cary Arms and Spa year after year, drawn by the stunning beachfront location and fabulous food and facilities. There’s a strong emphasis on hearty dishes made from the best fresh local produce. Dedicated to offering the highest levels of service, the hotel will even make up a gourmet picnic for you to enjoy on the beach. And here you’ll find that no member of the family is left out, as dogs are made very welcome.

Far reaching sea views

Set on the cliff top, you’ll find places to stay in Babbacombe with stunning sea views. The Downs enjoys unobstructed vistas and on a clear day you can see beyond Teignmouth to Lyme Bay and even Portland Bill. The terrace is the ideal place to sit back and take in the views, served up with a delicious Devon Cream Tea or a cold beer.

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Self Catering Accommodation

If you are looking for a self-catering apartment or a weekend holiday cottage with spectacular sea views then head down to the English Riviera, Devon’s Beautiful Bay. The English Riviera has every type of self-catering holiday apartment available and is a very popular year-round short break destination for families, couples and groups of friends.
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The English Riviera, Devon’s Beautiful Bay has 22 miles of stunning coastline, harbours, coves, and beaches for you to discover, so it’s no surprise that the English Riviera is one of the UK’s favourite year-round destinations for families, couples, and groups.
Camping & Touring

Looking for a low-cost break that won’t break the bank, where you’ll wake up to the sound of the sea? Want to be free to do your own thing? Then camping and touring with your own tent, caravan or motor home can be the perfect way to experience the English Riviera, Devon’s Beautiful Bay.
B&B's & Guest Houses

Want to feel like one of the family? Our Devon bed and breakfast and guest house accommodation puts out the welcome mat every year to thousands of visitors, providing couples, families, and groups with great value English Riviera hospitality and some of the best coastal scenery anywhere in the country!
Holiday Parks, Caravans, Chalets and Lodges

Holiday parks, caravans, chalets and lodges offer you the freedom and flexibility to do what you want, when you want to, while also providing all the mod cons you love. Many Devon locations also offer the option of self-catering holiday accommodation with hot tubs and dog-friendly holiday parks, caravans, chalets and lodges all available.
Pubs & Inns

Many country pubs and inns in South Devon also offer accommodation, while serving fresh, home-cooked local food and local Devon craft beers and wines. If you’re here for a short break and don’t want to book into a hotel, why not try a traditional inn, for a comfy, home-from-home feel, and a warm Devon welcome? Just mind your head on those low beams!
Group Accommodation

For groups looking for a warm welcome, a great choice of group accommodation in Devon and a wealth of friendly group attractions and facilities, Torquay, Cockington, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham has it all. The fact is the English Riviera is a fantastic year-round destination for a group holiday in Devon.
Special Breaks

If you’re looking for a very specific type of holiday, the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, has a fabulous range of special breaks. We cater for more than a million holidaymakers each year, so we know a little about giving people the holiday they want.

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Family-friendly places to stay in Babbacombe

Let your little ones dip their toes into the clear waters at the gently shelving Oddicombe and Babbacombe beaches. Or they can play at being giants for the day with a visit to the miniature world at Babbacombe Model Village. And as most children love a swimming pool, you can keep them happily entertained back at the hotel to with a stay at the Summerbay Resort. As well as the indoor pool, this family-friendly resort also offers large gardens for them to run around while you can sit back and relax with a drink.

Accessible hotels in Babbacombe

Built in 1926, the Babbacombe Cliff Railway has been carrying passengers down the steep cliffs to Oddicombe Beach for nearly 100 years, helping those who cannot make the trip down or up the steep steps. And you’ll find modern and accessible hotels in the town too. The Babbacombe Hotel has 10 purpose built disabled wet rooms, built to DDA Grade 5 and many of the other bedroom have step in showers with easy access.

Boutique hotel stays in Babbacombe

If you’re looking for a hotel in Babbacombe with individual flair, try the Babbacombe Bay Hotel. The ten guestrooms are individually styled and offer deluxe facilities. Located to the numerous restaurants and cafes in the town, this chic bolthole also has it’s own award winning coffee shop and bistro restaurant. And is known for it’s sparkling high-teas if you want to treat yourself or a loved one.

If Babbacombe looks like your perfect base for your trip to South Devon, check the latest availability and book your ideal retreat today.

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