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The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Paignton Beach

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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Esplanade Road, Paignton, England, TQ4 6EG
  • Place, Paignton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Paignton Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dartmouth Steam Railway
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a small table with a plant.

Double Room

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

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Double Room with View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outside through a window.

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outside through a window.

Twin Room with View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room

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

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a computer, and a painting on the wall.

Family Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room, Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Double

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Double Sea View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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 - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paignton Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dartmouth Steam Railway - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Preston Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Paignton Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 7 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Talk of the Town - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Light - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Spinning Wheel Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Central - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Dendy - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3-star hotel near Paignton Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality also features an arcade/game room and an elevator. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Paignton hotel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Elevator
  • 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Games

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 on-site 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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 28.1 mi (44-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 Oct 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality on Oct 25, 2026 start from $61, including 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 3-minute walk from Paignton Beach and 10-minute walk from Preston Beach. 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 7:30 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 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

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 356 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 356 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 356 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 356 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 356 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Short stay... really good... will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a good location near the harbour with good parking. Staff were friendly and helpful. They assisted with lack of water pressure in the shower by changing over the shower head, although this only marginally solved the problem. Good service was provided for breakfast. We had a lovely three night stay over looking the sea!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely location staff really friendly would definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Clean room, very nice bed. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Hotel very clean i look forward to staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
noisy floorboards above kept me awake
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

The room was nothing like the pictures on booking .com. Definitely more run down since they were advertised. Won’t be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing couldn’t have been more helpful to me and my disabled son, room’s clean and comfortable beds. Only thing that I can suggest is some of the rooms could do with having fans in the room’s as it’s very warm in hot weather. About a 5 minute walk to the pier. We had a wonderful time 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My single sea facing room was ready before the due time and was found to be very clean and well stocked with complimentary tea, coffee, milk, etc. The room was cleaned every day. All of the staff that I encountered were very friendly and my stay very welcome. A full English breakfast gave me a great start to the day. I recommend the Esplande Hotel in Paignton
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, bathroom a little dated. Restaurant only does breakfast and breakfast adequate, quite limited in selection. Staff very friendly and couldn’t do enough to help.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room comfy beds really friendly staff would definitely stay there again. Great location lovely lounge and bar area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the hotel was friendly, nice and clean and the staff were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If travelling in hot weather, not the rooms have no air con. There were also no fans in the room and on arrival the curtains had been left open so the sun had been beaming in all day. It was impossible to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very clean room and friendly staff. The only issue we had is that it was very hot in there and the window wasn’t in the same area as we were sleeping so it was very hot and stuffy. But apart from that it was a lovely room and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! A long overdue make over, clean, tidy with a nice refreshing look. Breakfast a massive improvement. Only complaint, no evening entertainment, the biggest weekend in Paignton for the air show and nothing. Other hotels did but sadly not the Esplanade.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay here. The staff were friendly & approachable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and staff excellent. We were upgraded to a sea-view as we were staying a week and the views were amazing. Only gripe I had was that the shower was great but too near the toilet so you had to back in as there wasn't enough room to turn - I'm big and the space to walk up the side of the shower to the toilet was about three centimetres smaller than my shoulder width.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location and staff are amazing, but unfortunately the hotel is too old and visible can see they need a lot maintenance specially at showers and the rooms don’t have any ventilation a temperature can kill u. The staff help with a small fan but not solve the problem. They are not ready for the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room itself was clean and tidy Staff were very friendly Breakfast needs looking at running out of eggs sausages with a full hotel is not good enough. Took ages to be served waiting in a queue. Saturday evening lift broke still broken Sunday morning lots of older people struggling to get upstairs not nice to see .Apart from this we had a nice weekend .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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