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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
Reception
Point of interest
Lounge

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with View

Double Room with View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Paignton

At The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Paignton Beach and Paignton Zoo. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Paignton hotel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Torre Abbey Sands and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Princess Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Paignton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Goodrington Sands Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paignton Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Princess Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

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
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Paignton hotel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality offers 83 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Paignton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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 transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 6 per day)
  • Limited on-site 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lift (75 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (115 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from 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 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
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. 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$135.42, 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.

Is parking available at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Yep, The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality has a self car park for GBP 6.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Yep, The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality is a short 6-minute walk from Paignton Beach.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality, but Splashdown Quaywest is a short 13-minute walk away.

Does The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Esplanade Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

There isn't one on site, but Pirates Bay Adventure Golf is a short 3-minute walk away.

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 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 272 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ian

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Public Racetrack on seafront.

Room ok, but public areas tired. Old fashioned lounge and bar furniture etc. Cluttered with old, paint-covered ladders at foot of stairs. All soap dispensers in lobby toilets and room bathroom empty. Breakfast was truly aweful - hard fried eggs, hard bacon etc. Worst was the noise from outside the hotel in the evening, from cars/motorbikes racing up and down the seafront, skidding and revving engines. Appears to be the local antisocial meeting place and racetrack. Do not stay here if you need to sleep before 11pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

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

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

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

10/10 Excellent

mark

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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