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Gara Rock

4.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with indoor pool

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Indoor spa tub
Body treatments, body wraps, body scrubs, facials
Secret Suite (Pet) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
The Penthouse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Junior Suite with balcony | Balcony

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

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East Portlemouth, Salcombe, England, TQ8 8FA
  • Place, Gara Rock Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Sands
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, South Sands
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Residences Over Three Floors

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Secret Suite (Pet)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite with balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Junior Suite with balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Gara Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Gara Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden Junior Suite (Pet) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Garden Junior Suite (Pet)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Signal House (Pet) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Signal House (Pet)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Residences Over Two Floors | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Residences Over Two Floors

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Residences Over One Floor | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Residences Over One Floor

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Salcombe

Gara Rock places you next to English Channel and within a 10-minute walk of Gara Rock Beach. This 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 33 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Gara Rock Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Sands - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • South Sands - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • South Devon - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Charleton Arms - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mahabharat Balti House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Ferry Inn - ‬34 min drive

About this property

Gara Rock

Hotel on the beach, with indoor pool
At Gara Rock, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a library.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Balconies or patios, dining areas, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 45 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 45 per pet, per stay
  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April 01 to September 29.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Gara Rock Hotel Salcombe
Gara Rock Salcombe
Gara Rock Hotel
Gara Rock Salcombe
Gara Rock Hotel Salcombe

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Gara Rock?

Gara Rock provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Gara Rock?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gara Rock on Oct 7, 2025 start from $393.16, 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.

What is there to do around Gara Rock?

This hotel in Salcombe is within a 10-minute walk of English Channel and Gara Rock Beach. You'll also find Fisherman's Cove and Mill Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Gara Rock?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Gara Rock?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, mani/pedis, massages, and facials.

Does Gara Rock include a casino on the premises?

No, Gara Rock doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gara Rock?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 until September 29.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Gara Rock?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and 2 restaurants.

Does Gara Rock have a hot tub?

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

Does Gara Rock feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Gara Rock doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Gara Rock allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Gara Rock for a fee of GBP 45 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Gara Rock?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gara Rock?

Yes, every guestroom at Gara Rock comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Reviews

Gara Rock Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 124 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

G

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Fabulous location but very tired.

Fabulous location with stunning views , this Hotel was generally tired and despite being on the south coast of Devon had only one Fish course on its specials menu which was. very disappointing. Service was friendly and courteous but always slow. Although we did not any there is no air conditioning and during our stay the hotels only lift was out of order. A hotel in urgent need of investment !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most amazing stay at gara rock . The place is beautiful and set in amazing beachside settings with breathtaking views. Everything is exceptional, the hotel, the setting, the food and the staff. They really made the stay fantastic as they went above and beyond to accommodate you and make sure you have the best stay. They were so friendly and helpful every single one of them. We didn’t want to leave. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is fantastic, only future request would be to ensure travel cot has an associated mattress. Overall a really enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, the views really make this hotel magical. Its tucked away so you need a car if you're going out for dinner, the ferry is about a 30 minute walk and up/down steep steps, and stops at 6:30pm. Drinks were outrageously priced.. £16.50 for a beer, a soft drink and two packets of crisps!! All is forgiven when you take in the sea though. The interiors are also beautiful. Breakfast overlooking the little cove was just the most incredible way to start the day, and it was delicious! One irritation for me is not having anywhere to put shower gel etc. in the shower - but now I am being picky!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By far the best hotel I have staying for years. Will be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Top tip - follow the hotel’s instructions on driving to the hotel. We followed our satnav / GPS and ended up in “the lanes” which are scary narrow roads. The walks from the hotel are stunning along the coastline. Dinner a bit pricey.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As usual we had a wonderful stay at Gara Rock. We come here a couple of times a year and are never disappointed!! Love it there!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointing

We were quite disappointed with our stay. For the money we were hoping for better service and better food. Food was very disappointing throughout, often having to send back cold food and disjointed service even though it wasn’t busy. For the Sunday roast they couldn’t accommodate someone with Crohn’s which was quite poor. Overall customer service was quiet bad and we were celebrating but it was disappointing on many levels. Breakfast service was diabolical. After we paid then were asked for some feedback on our stay. We won’t be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in the most stunning location. Fantastic for dog walking and miles away from anything. Beautiful views, with access to sea and sand. Lovely food, rooms are great. Sadly didn’t get to use the spa as was fully booked but very quiet in the hotel so not sure how had booked it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to coast path with views of sea
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey, Slough

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
It would have been nice to have ironed linen. Also if staff were a little more interested in their guests rather than their mobiles. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Let down like the boiler!

We stayed at Gara Rock for four nights and were disappointed by several issues. While the hotel has potential, the negatives stood out. There were two boiler outages—one on the first morning and another on the final evening. During the first, we were asked to use the penthouse bathroom but not offered a room change. The second outage was resolved in an hour, delaying our dinner reservation. We were told the issues were due to cold weather and high occupancy, which felt unacceptable. The cinema room had outdated Apple TV with apps needing updates. No staff could assist, and after 40 minutes of trying, we gave up and watched an old DVD. The stereo sound was limited and quieter than the air conditioning. Our room was poorly maintained, with scrapes on the walls, no wardrobe lighting, and limited space. One side of the bedroom had no lights, and the living room unit was bare. The TV stayed bright all night, turning back on to a sign-in screen. Shower gel was used up on day 1 and never restocked. On the positive side, the restaurant and lounge areas were welcoming, with excellent food. The hotel’s dog-friendly atmosphere was a nice touch, and the TVs had streaming capabilities. Some staff were attentive, but others were less so. We were given a night’s credit for the boiler issues, but the experience didn’t meet expectations. We recommend the restaurant, but the hotel rooms need improvement to justify the price.
window patch
one of the many scrapes on the wall
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel in amazing location

Amazing hotel. Service was excellent. Location beautiful. A bit off the beaten track but not too strenuous walk to get to Salcombe for the day if you want.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish and relaxing environment. Menu, service and food exceptional. Only come t. Outdoor pool tornado open during winter
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

zachary

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Much better alternative

The cleanliness of the hotel was shockingly bad. The disjointed service was frustrating. The indoor pool area was not fit for service, missing tiles, filthy floor (the maintenance man was walking close to pool with uncovered muddy shoes. The two ladies a the spa reception were especially worth mentioning for being amazingly unhelpful and lazy, well done you two!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

The main Restaurant let’s it down

The main restaurant. Where do I start ! The dress code T shirts! There is a bar dining for that. Let’s keep the fine dining to a minimum level of a collared shirt . 1 hour and 23 minutes to get the main course!! Potato’s burnt but cleverly served upside down !!!! And cold plates . Such a shame the hotel was great. Pool great . Staff Great . Tim
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

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

Amazing hotel! But little extra thought needed.

Hotel location was amazing with views that are superb! but we wouldn’t be going back as the lanes getting to it are awful and quite stressful! Staff were amazing and so polite but not enough so they were overwhelmed at breakfast and service very slow!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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