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The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Paignton Beach

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City view from property
Property grounds
Point of interest
Lounge
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room with View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room with View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Family Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Paignton

Paignton Beach is a short stroll from The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality, and other popular attractions like Paignton Zoo are within a mile (2 km). This 83-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Paignton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Goodrington Sands Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Paignton Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costero Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Upside Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Talk of the Town - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Scoffs - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Paignton Beach
The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality features free WiFi in public areas and a banquet hall. Self parking is available for GBP 6.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (45 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Located steps from Pirates Bay Adventure Golf, this hotel is in Paignton, and within a 10-minute walk of Paignton Beach and Dartmouth Steam Railway. You'll also find Goodrington Sands Beach and Splashdown Quaywest less than a mile away.

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

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 6.00 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a casino on the premises?

No, The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include sea views.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per day.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

The closest major airport to The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 28.3 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality.

Reviews

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 270 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay but a long walk to the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff easy access to harbour, seafront and town
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good staff was very helpful and friendly will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another nice stay at this hotel. We will be back again asap
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lorna

ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Florence Chantal

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

A nice break

Overall enjoyable. Pleasant room with lovely view of harbour and very good breakfast. Unfortunately dinner menu was very unappealing so ate out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, hotel is on the beach front, great beach front for walks and two-minute walk from pretty harbor. Close to train station and bus routes. Parking is a pleasure great big parking lot in front of hotel. Rooms are clean and presentable, and bed was comfy, and I had a great night’s sleep. View from my room was stunning, watching windsurfing and watersports makes for a great relaxing evening. The staff and management team are so friendly that they make you feel like you are at home, very relaxing. Very happy to go the extra mile. Lovely meeting room for meetings and weddings.”
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

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

Great stay

Great stay for the air show. Hotel is in a fantastic location with helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

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

Not bad for the money!

Get what you pay for, half board, 2 nights, front view, just under £100 each. Room not massive, bathroom the smallest ever! Corridor smelly (mix of sewer and dog). Food good, bed comfortable, staff friendly, approachable and helpful. Would i stay again, ,,, Yes for the price! Just remember to take a deep breath before you do the landing run lol.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

SARDHA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, would have liked if we were able to have dinner. Bar staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location

Big, tired old place with a maze of corridors Comfortable, clean bed, tiny shower but hot water & clean towels Ok for the price Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I came for the air show but to have chosen such a lovely hotel to stay in with such lovely staff and my I add delicious breakfast, that set me up for the day.
Most welcoming and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terence

It is very dated and needs sprucing up,the hot water took14 mins to come through hot enough to shave,and the shower took ages to come through and then it was only Luke warm and no power in the water it wasn' t powerful enough
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

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

Great stay

Staff very plesent and helpful good breakfast Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Would not go back

The hotel looks run down before you even go in. We called and booked an extra night before we go there and was told 79 then they said 102. They did then charge us 79. The room was small, the bathroom was so small and not much room to move around, the bed was uncomfortable and not straight No cooked option for veggies
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfortunately my double bed was 2 singles put together which was uncomfortable for my partner and me. We were disappointed that there was a window over looking the bed that had no curtain or blind so the sun came in at 5 to wake us up. Another problem was why wouldn’t you give guests a hand towel? After washing your hands the only item available was toilet roll.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good location clean and tidy room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025