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The Palace Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
An urban sanctuary where travelers can relax poolside or book a massage while attentive staff handles the details for a truly restorative stay

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The Palace Hotel & Spa, in downtown's center, offers a peaceful garden retreat and wellness treatments. Guests enjoy meals at the restaurant, free WiFi in rooms, and an indoor swimming pool among the hotel's top amenities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
The current price is £64
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 101 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 99 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 201 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 196 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Triple Room (Standard) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room (Standard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Club Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Club Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Triple Room, Garden View (Club)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Garden view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room (Executive) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room (Executive)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 207 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 207 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Club Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Garden view
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Paignton is home to The Palace Hotel & Spa. Palace Theatre and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dartmouth Steam Railway and Torre Abbey. Paignton Pier and Geoplay Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Paignton travel guide
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Esplanade Road, Paignton, England, TQ4 6BJ

What's nearby

  • Overlooking Paignton Beach from the pier Devon England UK Europe, Shutterstock ID 335520875, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:
    Paignton Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • An absolute must when in the area, fantastic Coastal views of the steam train
    Dartmouth Steam Railway
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Paignton Pier
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Preston Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palace Theatre
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Paignton Station
    9 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Spinning Wheel Inn
    5 min walk
  • Talk of the Town
    7 min walk
  • Redcliffe Hotel
    6 min walk
  • The Boathouse
    7 min walk
  • The Upside Bar
    8 min walk

About this property

The Palace Hotel & Spa

Property highlights
At The Palace Hotel & Spa, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Meeting rooms, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Spa fee: GBP 5 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Palace Hotel Paignton
Palace Paignton
The Palace Hotel & Spa Hotel
The Palace Hotel & Spa Paignton
The Palace Hotel & Spa Hotel Paignton

Frequently asked questions

Does The Palace Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Palace Hotel & Spa?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palace Hotel & Spa on 8 Apr 2026 start from £64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Palace Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Palace Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Palace Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Palace Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Palace Hotel & Spa located?

Situated in Paignton, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Paignton Beach and Paignton Pier. Geoplay Park and Preston Beach are also within 10 minutes. Paignton Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Palace Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 237 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy.staff polite.shops within walking distance away.the beach and sea only across a busy road.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very attentive and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

As it was the first time we visited this hotel we were impressed with its overall ambiance. The staff were friendly, the room was clean and tidy and overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff, fabulous pool facilities and the real bonus was first rate entertainment. Magician and cabaret on a Sunday night was a perfect way to round of a weekend stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, friendly ,polite an accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was dated but spotlessly clean. Really helpful and friendly staf(especially Andrew).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellane hotel, great entertainment, staff friendly and great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for Paignton and the pier. Really friendly staff and excellent value for money. Had a great time here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An elegant hotel with great staff. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Super welcoming and a hearty breakfast

Great location, free parking, very friendly staff and an amazing breakfast included in my rate. My room was bijou but it did the job. I was also very impressed that the manager personally responded to me when I left some feedback.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arysha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing, lovely atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay on the seafront. Spacious room, everything spotless, nice breakfast and friendly helpful staff. Enjoyable stay and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andzej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean / goos size rooms, free parking, value for money. Breakfast could have been better but we have enjoyed our overall stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good check in. Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good size , well equipped and comfortable, the shower however was a little disappointing with intermittent hot/cold water The staff were helpful and the pool and spa were fantastic, the best steam room I’ve ever been in Easy accessible to the beach and station All in all a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was great lovely clean towels changed every day staff helpful pleasant would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well sited on Paignton sea front

Fabulous view of the sea and very helpful staff. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were superb, very helpful, food lovely. Everyone was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arysha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, the service is fantastic. Spa and pool lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arysha

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aryshs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are always amazing. Rooms comfortable and spotless. Lovely roast dinner xxx
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Good Historical Building, Great Service & Staff. Touch of faded grandeur, very enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was my first stay at this hotel, the hotel in general was fine, obviously it’s an old building and this shows in places, the staff were generally polite and helpful and the gym was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly and helpful The room was looking tired and the bathroom The shower was not good, not enough cold water coming through the tap, so shower as far too hot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025