Cary Arms & Spa - Torquay
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Boutique hotel on Babbacombe Beach with direct sea access and a Michelin-starred gastro pub
Accommodation & Dining
Cary Arms & Spa Torquay offers beach huts with direct sea access, suites with panoramic bay views, and self-catering cottages with private hot tubs. The on-site gastro pub features a Michelin-starred dining collaboration, serving seafood chowder and locally sourced catch of the day. Guests also have access to a residents' lounge with a log fire and a conservatory restaurant overlooking Babbacombe Bay.
Spa & Wellness
The spa at Cary Arms Devon has a waterfall hydrotherapy pool, a steam room, a sauna, and a fitness centre with three cardio machines. Spa treatments include deep tissue massage, hot oil scalp massage, facials, and Gaia holistic treatments using natural ingredients. The spa lounge and relaxation area offer sea views, and guests can book two-hour slots for the indoor swimming pool and hot tub.
Location & Services
The Cary Arms is located on Babbacombe Beach at the bottom of a steep cliff, with direct access to coastal walks along the South West Coast Path. Guests receive free private parking and valet service, with a shuttle minibus running guests up the hill to the secure car park. Torquay seafront is a 10-minute drive away, while Babbacombe Beach and Torre Abbey are within walking distance.
Activities & Pet Policy
Cary Arms & Spa has dog-friendly accommodations including pet bowls, dog beds, treats, and a dog breakfast of sausage and scrambled eggs for £1.50. On-site activities include kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, cycling, and snorkelling, with equipment available for hire. Guests can also explore Dartmoor National Park or join themed dinner nights and live music performances in the bar.
Guest Services
The Cary Arms Torquay offers concierge service, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out, along with valet parking and shuttle service to manage the steep hill. Additional amenities include BBQ facilities, an outdoor fireplace, and a sun terrace with sea views. For active guests, the hotel arranges hiking, diving, horse riding, and windsurfing trips through local providers.
- Accommodation: Beach huts, suites, and cottages with private sea access or hot tubs
- Dining: Award-winning gastro pub with Michelin-starred collaboration and locally sourced seafood
- Wellness: Waterfall hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, and Gaia holistic treatments
- Pet-Friendly: Dog beds, treats, breakfasts, and welcome amenities for pets
- Activities: Kayaking, paddleboarding, coastal walks, and private shuttle up the Babbacombe cliff
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:6 persons
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
Facilities
Main facilities
Luggage storage
Locker room
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Free shuttle service
Fitness centre
Indoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Fishing
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room view
- Sea view
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Cary Arms & Spa
| 💵 Lowest room price | 246 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 2.2 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 42.6 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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