The Esplanade Hotel By Compass Hospitality - Paignton

$$$$||View on mapPaignton, United KingdomSands Road, Paignton, United Kingdom|
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The Esplanade Hotel By Compass Hospitality - Paignton
Sands Road, Paignton, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.0Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.0
Staff8.6
Free WiFi8.3
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.5
Cleanliness7.4
Comfort7.3
Facilities7.0
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families33%
Solo11%
Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.0Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.0
Staff8.6
Free WiFi8.3
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.5
Cleanliness7.4
Comfort7.3
Facilities7.0
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families33%
Solo11%
Groups8%

Victorian beachfront hotel on Paignton's seafront with direct access to the English Riviera

Location & Setting

The Esplanade Hotel sits directly on Paignton Beach, 300 ft from the shoreline, offering immediate seaside experiences. Guests are within walking distance of Goodrington Sands Beach and Torre Abbey, as well as the train station and local shops. The hotel's Victorian architecture appeals to heritage seekers while providing panoramic views of the English Riviera.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Esplanade Hotel Paignton are en-suite with tea and coffee making facilities, and many offer sea views. The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi throughout and a 24-hour front desk for guest convenience. On-site parking is available for guests arriving by car, and luggage storage is offered for early arrivals or late departures.

Dining & Entertainment

The Esplanade Hotel Paignton by Compass Hospitality includes a restaurant that uses locally sourced ingredients and offers flexible dining options for various dietary needs. The bar and lounge serves a wide selection of beverages, including Devon craft beers, and hosts engaging live evening entertainment. A generous buffet breakfast is provided each morning, and special diet menus are available upon request.

Family & Pet-Friendly

The Esplanade is a dog-friendly hotel that provides dedicated amenities such as special welcome packs for furry companions. Family rooms are available, and the hotel offers board games and puzzles for children. The beachfront location allows families immediate access to the seaside for walks and water activities.

Business & Events

The hotel contains on-site versatile function rooms that can accommodate meetings, weddings, and private parties with a dedicated team. Meeting and banquet facilities are available, and the hotel actively engages in local entertainment events and themed weekends. The 24-hour security and CCTV provide a safe environment for business gatherings and celebrations.

  • Location: Beachfront, 300 ft from Paignton Beach
  • Rooms: En-suite with sea views and Victorian character
  • Dining: Restaurant with locally sourced ingredients
  • Entertainment: Live evening performances and themed events
  • Family: Dog-friendly with welcome packs and family rooms
  • Business: Function rooms and meeting facilities
  • Parking: On-site parking for guests
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-21:30
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 12.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:83
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Rooms and availability

Standard Room with 1 Single Bed
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Family Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Single bed2 Single beds
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

TV

Leisure/ TV room

Elevator
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Sea view
  • City view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Esplanade Hotel By Compass Hospitality

💵 Lowest room price 58 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 28.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Exeter International, EXT

Location

Sands Road, Paignton, United Kingdom
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Sands Road, Paignton, United Kingdom
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Sands Road, Paignton, United Kingdom
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