Luxury 5* Accommodation in Devon

The Cary Arms & Spa exudes charm, fun and all the values of a good English inn with the style and comfort of a boutique hotel. Great seaside dining complemented by some luxury sea view rooms/suites, chic beach huts and characterful cottages which also include some dog-friendly accommodations. Sitting in the sheltered and sunny spot of Babbacombe Bay, the outstanding setting and views are breathtakingly beautiful. Hearty breakfasts, long lunches, lazy suppers; it's about delicious food made with fresh, local ingredients, simply and creatively cooked according to the season. Relax in the waterfall hydrotherapy pool and indulge in one of our Gaia treatments in the new Cary Spa. The “Inn on the Beach” is a must-visit place all year round

We have won the "Best Waterside Hotel"at the prestigious Condénast Johansens Awards for Excellence 2024

2022 - Readers Award Winner
2023 - Winner of the Best Waterside Hotel
2024 - Readers Award Winner

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We have been awarded the 2024 Travellers Choice Award which place us in the Top 10% Hotels Worldwide

Coastal Chic Restaurant

Gastro food cooked simply on the south Devon coast. The watchwords in the kitchen are freshness and seasonality, underpinned by a deep-rooted respect for the surrounding waters and pastures. Our restaurant specials change daily reflecting Devon coast and country in equal measure.

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Gastro Getaway

We have teamed up with local Michelin-starred restaurant,The Elephant by Simon Hulstone, to bring you our Gastro Getaway

A two-day gastro break, allows you the chance to experience a diverse mix of top-class cuisine, from the Cary’s seaside gastro style Inn to the Michelin-starred The Elephant by Simon Hulstone overlooking Torquay’s harbour.

You will be assured of delicious wintry comfort cuisine!

Doggy Getaway

Dogs are always welcome at The Cary Arms - we want our guests to experience the very best during their stay - including your four legged friends

Situated on the South West Coastal Path and dog friendly Babbacombe Beach, the Cary Arms is the perfect location for a doggy getaway. We have created our very own walk book, so you can explore the stunning coastal scenery and inland country paths. Dogs can even enjoy a swim on the beach all year round. From the moment you and your trusted friend arrive, we will ensure you have a stay to remember.