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Cary Arms & Spa

Beach Road
Rated 9.0 in 167 reviews

Nestled along the stunning Babbacombe Bay in Torquay, United Kingdom, Cary Arms & Spa offers a unique blend of classic English charm and modern luxury. Often referred to as "The Inn on the Beach," this charming establishment provides guests with scenic views of the South Devon Coast, coupled with the soothing sounds of the sea. The hotel is recognized as a boutique property, celebrated for its intimate atmosphere and personalized service.

The design of Cary Arms & Spa seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, with interiors that balance contemporary comfort and traditional style. Guest accommodations include a selection of individually designed rooms, suites, and beach huts, each offering breathtaking sea views. Attention to detail is evident throughout the property, from the tastefully decorated rooms to the thoughtful amenities provided.

Dining at Cary Arms & Spa is a delight, with a restaurant that emphasizes locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce, offering a menu that highlights traditional British fare with a modern twist. The residents' lounge and bar provide a relaxed setting to unwind with a coastal cocktail or locally brewed ale.

The spa facilities further enhance the appeal of Cary Arms & Spa, offering a range of treatments that promise relaxation and rejuvenation. With a focus on well-being, guests can indulge in a variety of therapies designed to refresh the body and mind.

Overall, Cary Arms & Spa provides a serene retreat for those seeking a coastal escape, enhanced by its boutique ambiance, attentive service, and stunning location.

 Swimming pool

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Torquay and near Cary Arms & Spa

Kents Cavern
Kents Cavern
Show cave in Devon, England, UK
1.3km / 0.81mi
Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village
Outdoor miniature village in south west England
0.9km / 0.57mi
St Marychurch
St Marychurch
Area in Torquay, Devon, UK
1.1km / 0.7mi
Oddicombe Beach
Oddicombe Beach
Beach in Devon, England
0.5km / 0.31mi
Torquay Museum
Torquay Museum
Museum in Devon, England, United Kingdom
1.9km / 1.2mi
Babbacombe Beach
Babbacombe Beach
Beach in the United Kingdom
30m / 40yd
Bygones
Bygones
Museum in Torbay, England, UK
1km / 0.6mi
Parish Church of St Matthias
Parish Church of St Matthias
Church in Torbay, UK
1.2km / 0.77mi
Parish Church of All Saints
Parish Church of All Saints
Church in Babbacombe, Devon, England, UK
0.6km / 0.35mi
Riviera Life Church
Riviera Life Church
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
Parish Church of Christ Church
Parish Church of Christ Church
Church building in Ellacombe, Devon, England, UK
1.3km / 0.81mi
Parish Church of St Mary
Parish Church of St Mary
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
1.3km / 0.79mi
Torre Abbey
Torre Abbey
House museum in Torquay, United Kingdom
2.8km / 1.7mi
Parish Church of St John the Evangelist
Parish Church of St John the Evangelist
Church in Torquay, Devon, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Unity Church
Unity Church
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
War Memorial in Princess Gardens
War Memorial in Princess Gardens
War memorial in Torquay, Devon, England, UK
2.4km / 1.5mi
Parish Church of St Luke
Parish Church of St Luke
Church in Torbay, UK
2.3km / 1.4mi
Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene
Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene
Church in Torbay, UK
2km / 1.3mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Torbay, UK
2.4km / 1.5mi
Parish Church of St Martin
Parish Church of St Martin
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
2.6km / 1.6mi
Parish Church of All Saints
Parish Church of All Saints
Church building in Torre, Torquay, Devon, England, UK
2.5km / 1.6mi
Church of St Matthew
Church of St Matthew
Church in Torbay, UK
3.4km / 2.1mi
St. Peter
St. Peter
Church in Chelston, Devon
3.2km / 2mi
St John The Baptist
St John The Baptist
Church in Torquay, Torbay
3.7km / 2.3mi
Oldway Mansion
Oldway Mansion
House in Paignton, Devon, England, UK
5.7km / 3.6mi
Parish Church of Christ Church
Parish Church of Christ Church
Church building in Paignton, Devon, England, UK
5.9km / 3.7mi
St Paul's Church, Preston, Paignton
St Paul's Church, Preston, Paignton
Church in Paignton, Devon
4.8km / 3mi
Paignton Pier
Paignton Pier
Pier in Devon, England
5.7km / 3.5mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Stokeinteignhead, Devon, England, UK
5.2km / 3.2mi
Church of St Blaise, Haccombe
Church of St Blaise, Haccombe
Church in Haccombe, Devon, England, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi
Gamekeeper's Cottage
Gamekeeper's Cottage
Cottage in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
4.2km / 2.6mi
Church of St George and St Mary
Church of St George and St Mary
Church in Cockington, Devon, England, UK
4.3km / 2.7mi
Church of St Bartholomew
Church of St Bartholomew
Church in Coffinswell, UK
4.9km / 3.1mi
Warren Barn
Warren Barn
Barn in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Kingskerswell, Devon, England, UK
5.9km / 3.7mi
Paignton Zoo
Paignton Zoo
Zoo in the UK
7.5km / 4.7mi
Compton Castle
Compton Castle
Grade I listed historic house museum in South Hams, Devon, England, UK
6.5km / 4mi
Splashdown Quaywest
Splashdown Quaywest
Outdoor water park in Paignton
7.1km / 4.4mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Grade I listed church in Shaldon, Devon, England, UK
7km / 4.4mi
St George's Church, Goodrington
St George's Church, Goodrington
Anglican parish church in Goodrington, Devon, England
7.7km / 4.8mi
Church of St Michael The Archangel (Parish Church of East Teignmouth)
Church of St Michael The Archangel (Parish Church of East Teignmouth)
Church building in Teignmouth, Teignbridge, Devon, England, UK
7.7km / 4.8mi
Teign Heritage Centre
Teign Heritage Centre
Museum in Devon, United Kingdom
7.7km / 4.8mi
Church of St James (Parish Church of West Teignmouth)
Church of St James (Parish Church of West Teignmouth)
Church in Teignmouth, Devon, England, UK
7.7km / 4.8mi
Church of St Nicholas
Church of St Nicholas
Church building in Shaldon, Teignbridge, Devon, England, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Church in Combeinteignhead, Devon, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi

What to do in Torquay and near Cary Arms & Spa

Kents Cavern
Kents Cavern
Show cave in Devon, England, UK
1.3km / 0.81mi
Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village
Outdoor miniature village in south west England
0.9km / 0.57mi
St Marychurch
St Marychurch
Area in Torquay, Devon, UK
1.1km / 0.7mi
Oddicombe Beach
Oddicombe Beach
Beach in Devon, England
0.5km / 0.31mi
Torquay Museum
Torquay Museum
Museum in Devon, England, United Kingdom
1.9km / 1.2mi
Babbacombe Beach
Babbacombe Beach
Beach in the United Kingdom
30m / 40yd
Bygones
Bygones
Museum in Torbay, England, UK
1km / 0.6mi
Parish Church of St Matthias
Parish Church of St Matthias
Church in Torbay, UK
1.2km / 0.77mi
Parish Church of All Saints
Parish Church of All Saints
Church in Babbacombe, Devon, England, UK
0.6km / 0.35mi
Riviera Life Church
Riviera Life Church
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
Parish Church of Christ Church
Parish Church of Christ Church
Church building in Ellacombe, Devon, England, UK
1.3km / 0.81mi
Parish Church of St Mary
Parish Church of St Mary
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
1.3km / 0.79mi
Torre Abbey
Torre Abbey
House museum in Torquay, United Kingdom
2.8km / 1.7mi
Parish Church of St John the Evangelist
Parish Church of St John the Evangelist
Church in Torquay, Devon, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Unity Church
Unity Church
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
War Memorial in Princess Gardens
War Memorial in Princess Gardens
War memorial in Torquay, Devon, England, UK
2.4km / 1.5mi
Parish Church of St Luke
Parish Church of St Luke
Church in Torbay, UK
2.3km / 1.4mi
Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene
Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene
Church in Torbay, UK
2km / 1.3mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Torbay, UK
2.4km / 1.5mi
Parish Church of St Martin
Parish Church of St Martin
Church building in Torbay, Devon, England, UK
2.6km / 1.6mi
Parish Church of All Saints
Parish Church of All Saints
Church building in Torre, Torquay, Devon, England, UK
2.5km / 1.6mi
Church of St Matthew
Church of St Matthew
Church in Torbay, UK
3.4km / 2.1mi
St. Peter
St. Peter
Church in Chelston, Devon
3.2km / 2mi
St John The Baptist
St John The Baptist
Church in Torquay, Torbay
3.7km / 2.3mi
Oldway Mansion
Oldway Mansion
House in Paignton, Devon, England, UK
5.7km / 3.6mi
Parish Church of Christ Church
Parish Church of Christ Church
Church building in Paignton, Devon, England, UK
5.9km / 3.7mi
St Paul's Church, Preston, Paignton
St Paul's Church, Preston, Paignton
Church in Paignton, Devon
4.8km / 3mi
Paignton Pier
Paignton Pier
Pier in Devon, England
5.7km / 3.5mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Stokeinteignhead, Devon, England, UK
5.2km / 3.2mi
Church of St Blaise, Haccombe
Church of St Blaise, Haccombe
Church in Haccombe, Devon, England, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi

About Torquay

Torquay, located on the English Riviera, offers a range of activities and sights for visitors. One of the highlights is the Torquay Harbour, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the waterfront, observing the boats and perhaps stopping at one of the cafes for a relaxing drink. The area is also home to various shops and restaurants, providing a pleasant atmosphere to explore.

Another significant attraction is Kents Cavern, a prehistoric cave system that showcases fascinating geological formations and ancient artifacts. Guided tours are available, offering insights into the history of the caves and their importance in understanding human habitation in the area.

For those interested in nature, Cockington Country Park presents an idyllic setting with its picturesque gardens, woodlands, and walking paths. The charming village of Cockington nearby features thatched cottages and craft shops, making it a nice spot to visit and enjoy a traditional cream tea.

If you prefer spending time by the sea, Torquay's Beaches are worth a visit. The main beach, Torre Abbey Sands, is ideal for sunbathing and swimming, while other nearby beaches, like Meadfoot Beach, offer a more secluded experience.

Art enthusiasts may appreciate the Babbacombe Model Village, which showcases intricately detailed miniature landscapes and scenes that reflect British culture and history. It’s a unique attraction that can be enjoyed by visitors of all ages.

For a bit of history, the Torre Abbey is an important historic site. The abbey, which dates back to the 12th century, features beautiful gardens and exhibits that delve into the local history, making it an enriching experience.

Finally, if you enjoy walking, the South West Coast Path provides stunning coastal views and numerous trails, connecting Torquay to other nearby towns and offering opportunities to appreciate the natural beauty of the region. Engaging with these various attractions can provide a well-rounded experience of Torquay and its surroundings.




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