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The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Paignton Beach

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Beach/ocean view
Reception
Point of interest
Property grounds
Lounge

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Esplanade Road, Paignton, England, TQ4 6EG
  • Paignton Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Paignton Zoo
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room with View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room with View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Paignton

In Paignton .Stay at this Paignton hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Paignton Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Paignton Zoo. Torre Abbey Sands and Princess Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Paignton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Paignton Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 12 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Meadfoot Beach - 19 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 8 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spinning Wheel Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Talk of the Town - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Henrys - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yankee's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3-star hotel near Paignton Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Paignton hotel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality offers 83 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Paignton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 6 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 6.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Esplanade Hotel Paignton
Esplanade Paignton
The Esplanade Hotel
The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel
The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality Paignton
The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel Paignton

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality to the airport?

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality is 28.3 mi (46-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

As of Mar 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality on Mar 27, 2025 start from $47.38, excluding 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.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality.

How close is The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Paignton Beach and 6-minute walk from Fairy Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 6.00 per day.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a pool?

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality does not have a pool.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality to downtown Paignton?

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality is 0.2 mi away from Paignton.

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 191 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We just needed somewhere to stay and the room had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the staff are welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

liam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again, very good price
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
room was very tired and sloped down one end, but suitable for 1 night could not have stayed anymore.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Tammi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Howard

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were friendly and helpful! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Abbey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Few problems during the stay of 2nights. Window latch broken. No cold water out of the basin tap. Shower trickling. However although these issues arose the professional staff were fantastic. From the time we arrived till when we left, we were treated exceptionally well. Fantastic customer services!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service
Feels in need of modernisation - creaky floors, doors which shut with a bang, lift not working. But staff were friendly and the room very comfortable. For the (low) price, it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ideally located near main strip, staff extremely helpful with recommending places to eat evenings and breakfast. only downside is not enough plug sockets in rooms to charge phones but other than that a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff room comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Dominic

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A few teething problems but all sorted staff were nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A decent place
The friendly and helpful staff ensured I had a comfortable stay, the room was chilly one night, as the heating didn't work and the staff supplied a heater immediately, the shower was rather small but suited me fine, overall I got a good deal on the room and have no complaints, the hotel is clean & cosy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is surprisingly good . Lift was not working but I always use stairs parking costs extra £6 but free parking starts 100yds away .breakfast is quite expensive extra ,but Spoons is just round corner Would happy stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly hotel breakfast Very good had a few issues with heating and the TV but was dealt with ASAP the bedroom was nice and we had a lovely view of the sea unfortunately the main lift was out of service during our stay but they managed to find a room with a sea view on the first floor
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024