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Reviews of Cary Arms & Spa 5 stars

Beach Road, Torquay, TQ1 3LX, United Kingdom

#11 of 44 hotels in Torquay

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 126 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Too short
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit of a slog to get to the car park

    The staff are excellent and location v good

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Beautiful, calm, happy and just amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No issues at all.

    Very warm and welcoming staff and the breakfast was top rate. A fantastic experience all round.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Amazing Long Weekend Break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The road down to the hotel and car park is very steep and narrow - not for the faint hearted. We had no problem but it might be a problem for others. But on the other hand, the hotel will park your cars and transport your luggage for you free of charge.

    Our room was great with a large well equipped sitting room and lovely bedroom with a sea view, which to be honest we didn't use as the dining room and the lovely lounge both were very comfortable and have superb sea views. We went in March so didn't get to fully appreciate the outdoor seating, but the hotel is on the SW Coast Path which we walked one day one way, the next day the other, both days coming back to appreciate the relaxing spa. Breakfast and dinner were also excellent. The staff were also very very helpful and nice. It felt like a family run establishment.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Very nice, chef left us a little disappointed.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Food was very good as long as you had no dietary requirements. The chef made it quite clear as we overheard that he was having to go out of his way to make a hollandaise sauce without cream. A premier inn or a travel lodge you’d probably expect a solid no, a hotel which is trying to hit higher standards I found it a little hard to digest + the chef to top it off kicked off about it in the most unprofessional manner loud enough for us to sit in the restaurant and hear it.

    Food was very good as long as you had no dietary requirements. The chef made it quite clear as we overheard that he was having to go out of his way to make a hollandaise sauce without cream. A premier inn or a travel lodge you’d probably expect a solid no, a hotel which is trying to hit higher standards I found it a little hard to digest + the chef to top it off kicked off about it in the most unprofessional manner loud enough for us to sit in the restaurant and hear it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Relaxing looked after and a happy place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Going home

    The breakfast was very nice everything was hot on the full cooked breakfast fresh orange juice and all the stall were so nice and lovely with happy smiles

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    8.0
    Good break in great position with interesting accommodation (we stayed in a beach hut).
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Hut
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Wonderful, welcoming, helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower in the bathroom was loose. The scaffolding on the balcony.

    Everything.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    I just wish I had longer here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Wonderful, peaceful location with great sea views. Charming, unique hotel with exceptional service.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    Absolutely Fantastic, Amazing & Beautiful!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The walk up the hill was a bit challenging when we left the car outside a local bar after drinking, but it was good fun and very safe. The hotel shuttle bus offered free lifts up the cliff road, so those who are worried about this,really need not to.

    Absolutely everything about this hotel is fantastic. From the moment we arrived, set down, uploaded our car and parked it in the car park just 20 yards on the sea front, we had the most amazing experience in the most amazing hotel I have ever stayed in for location, views and staff within the UK. DONT let the reviews regarding the location put you off. This hotel is down a steep hill from a cliff top to the beach and there is parking 20 yards from the hotel reception which costs a mere £2.00 per 24 hours. The hotel car park is a little further up the hill but for £2.00 per day, my car was parked overlooking the sea with the beautiful surrounding re faced cliffs. The accommodation was beautifully fully equipped and so tranquil. I will be staying at this hotel on many moons to come, brilliant 👏 👌

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food wasn't good enough for the price. Had better at a chain pub

    Very clean most of the staff helpful

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    10
    Absolutely perfect in every way
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Hut
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was perfect not a word against anything

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2023

    8.0
    Adequate
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few problems with the room . The staff did their very best to put right, a check over before arrival would have been so easy . ( one important light not working extraction fan faulty kettle area very badly lit and quite a danger) But the staff we’re brilliant,

    Position.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic beach side location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cosy and spa was quiet.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    9.0
    The staff were very friendly and helpful - made the stay great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Hut
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We booked a beach hut and it was a lovely room with a great view of the sea

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    10
    Fantastic views and warm welcome
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was no shower in my room although a lovely roll top bath - I just find it easier to jump in the shower as a personal preference. I’m sure they could have found a room with a shower in it but I was taken with the view!

    The views from here are amazing - wonderful to have 180 degree sea view from my bedroom. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. Lovely relaxing time in the spa.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    9.0
    A perfect weekend getaway in a fabulous hotel with stunning views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was very noisy and had low power.

    The hotel was in a fantastic location, the rooms were clean and well presented.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    10
    Perfect place to get away and switch off.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There could be gluten free options on the menu.

    Room was bright with a beautiful view over the bay. Spa and treatments were fantastic.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice location and an excellent staff. Restaurant is very good as well.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Amazing location , beautiful room with views to the ocean . Staff all very friendly and can’t do enough . Food was amazing . Totally exceeded my expectations.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    9.0
    Lovely.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Beautiful view. Great breakfast with wide choice. Dog friendly although I didn’t have a dog enjoyed meeting other peoples!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    Chill out
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    Fabulous beach hut with a view straight out to sea. Food also very good.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    9.0
    Very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Bed to soft settee not comfortable

    Breakfast excellent

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Location is wonderful, staff are super, breakfast delicious

    Stayed in September 2023

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