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The Headland Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with a sauna and spa services

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Reception
1 treatment room, manicures and pedicures
Terrace/patio
Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine
Indoor spa tub

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Daddyhole Road, Torquay, England, TQ1 2EF
  • Place, Meadfoot Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Babbacombe Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 109 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 106 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • 189 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • 137 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Family Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 189 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room

  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double or Twin Room

  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room

  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Family Room

  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • 266 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Royal Ziplink, Double or Twin Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room with Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room with Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Torquay

The Headland Hotel & Spa places you next to Little Theatre and within a 10-minute walk of Meadfoot Beach. This 78-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Meadfoot Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Inner Harbour - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 10 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Griffin - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Viva - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Meadfoot Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Below Decks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Hole In The Wall - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Headland Hotel & Spa

Beach hotel with a sauna and spa services
The Headland Hotel & Spa offers an indoor pool, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and desks are also standard.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, 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 transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Romanoff Restaurant
  • The Gallery Lounge

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 PM and 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 PM and 5:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Pool fee: GBP 10 per day

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Headland Hotel Torquay
Headland Hotel
Headland Torquay
The Headland Hotel & Spa Hotel
The Headland Hotel & Spa Torquay
The Headland Hotel & Spa Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Headland Hotel & Spa?

The Headland Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Headland Hotel & Spa?

This hotel is located in Torquay and just steps from Little Theatre and Meadfoot Beach. You'll also find Inner Harbour and Princess Theatre less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Headland Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is a spa located at The Headland Hotel & Spa?

Spa services at the hotel include mani/pedis and massages.

Does The Headland Hotel & Spa have a casino?

No, The Headland Hotel & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Headland Hotel & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about The Headland Hotel & Spa?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Are there hot tubs at The Headland Hotel & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does The Headland Hotel & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Headland Hotel & Spa serves breakfast for a surcharge at Romanoff Restaurant.

Will The Headland Hotel & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Headland Hotel & Spa though service animals are welcome.

Does The Headland Hotel & Spa have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Headland Hotel & Spa?

The closest major airport to The Headland Hotel & Spa is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 28.3 mi away (53 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Headland Hotel & Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Headland Hotel & Spa.

The Headland Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 342 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Fantastic staff, friendly and accommodating. Breakfast excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Noisy and smelly this time @ hotel we usually like

I do like this hotel. Staff always nice and decent food & bar. Room itself was tidy and clean but window open when we arrived letting in the smell of food from the very loud extraction fan outside our window. Had to close window to keep out smell which made room pretty hot. Fan was pretty noisy throughout the stay though one gradually gets used to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Florence

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good for Room 181. Very BAD for Room 147. Overall the Hotel is not bad. Located in a convenient location, walking distance to high-street. Hot spa for only £10 per person. I've booked 2 rooms. One is clean and tidy, the other is noisy and dirty. The room seems on top of the kitchen with hot air coming up. The staff rejected my request for changing room. She said that the hotel was fulled. At the end, she only provided a fan on request.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tayeb

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Modeste

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Room for improvement

Good location. My welcome was on the brusque side of efficient, my room small but adequate, but as seems usual with single rooms, was out back overlooking the bins. With a bit of cosmetic updating this place could be a real gem and I would stay again. The listing states ‘pool’, but when I asked about this at the hotel I was told it wasn’t a swimming pool but a plunge pool in the spa (for which you have to pay extra). So slightly misleading in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room 172 was clean, spacious and included an en-suite walk in shower. Breakfast included English style cooked , yogurt & berries, cereals, fruits, toast with all jams, marmite and honey. mini pastries were also available. We ate in the dining room and from the bar menus. Staff were very professional, kind and gave service with a smile. To note Mel from the Spa was fantastic, we had x2 full hour treatments each
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

phil

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

KATHLEEN

Traveled with partner
We had to cancel the room due to a broken pipe in my husband's home in london. The headland hotel refused our cancellation even though we cancelled at least 2 weeks before our arrival date. The manager was rude. Showed no compassion whatsoever. What decent hotel does this? The HEADLAND.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

neelam

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

No dogs stay on leads!!!!!!!

The hotel Was dog friendly but there was a dog policy and I have a massive dog phobia but I read that dogs would be kept on leads. The hotel was full of dogs off leads in the bar and restaurant area and gardens and reception with no leads. I will never go back due to this and advise anyone to go back who feels the same as me. If ruined my trip I was even afraid to walk in the communal areas. I did let the staff know but they did nothing Infact they played with the dogs and encourage it. The rooms are dated and I didn’t enjoy my stay very sad and waste of my money
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cliff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good value stay. Some problems with the drains, which led us to keep the windows closed, which was uncomfortable in the heat!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A few little tweaks and it would be incredible

The hotel is beautiful. The reception area, restaurant and bar area are modern, clean and comfortable. The staff are all lovely and friendly however, the heating wasn’t working the first night and I had to sleep in a hoody because the room was freezing. Even though we paid for breakfast and evening meal, we still had to pay £10pp extra for each visit to the pool. It isn’t a swimming pool, it is 3 separate hydrotherapy pools. The jacuzzi is as filthy. My husband and I climbed in, as 2 others got out and the water dropped a little it revealed a brown scum line. We then noticed the foam on top of the water was brown. I then got out, went back to my room to shower having spent 10 mins max in there for £10. My husband paid for a massage for the both of us. I would have paid not to have one. I was left questioning if the therapist was even qualified. It was THE most horrific experience. The receptionist was fantastic. The food was incredible. The location is great. It’s just a shame these few things let it down so much. If you pay extra for a superior room, and don’t use the spa I truly believe you’ll have the most amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Would come back.

Fast, efficient check in. Very friendly staff. Delicious dinner and a lovely buffet breakfast. All topped off with fabulous views!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

HansJ K Classen

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good hotel in a lovely location, with nice sea views. The service was good, helpful staff, and good quality breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this hotel as a last mimute thing for a surprise weekend away for a burthday.The hotel was spotless. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The hotel had some amazing views and lovely gardens. We didn't get to use the spa as only there from a Saturday to Monday so can't comment on that, both the restaurant and galaxy lounge were lovely. Good food. Overall a really lovely hotel and we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara Meiklejohn-Free

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025