Summerhill Hotel

Summerhill Hotel front lawn view in Paignton Devon

About Us

Summerhill is a fine late Victorian detached house; once the private residence of the Chaplain of the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth. Tastefully modernised, it is now a charming family-run hotel.

Set in the heart of Torbay, Summerhill’s fabulous position offers views across the Bay and coastline towards the bustling fishing port of Brixham.

Relax on the beach in minutes; we’re only 200 metres from Goodrington Park and its long sandy beaches. Within a short stroll are the stunning cliff walk and gardens, picturesque Paignton Harbour, Torbay Steam Railway station, Torbay Leisure Centre, water theme park, kayaking and water sports centre.

A detached Victorian building with sun patios, balcony and garden; Summerhill offers a warm welcome, luxury rooms, professional friendly service, free Wi-Fi, ample free car parking and restaurant serving freshly prepared meals using locally sourced ingredients.

All this in a peaceful atmosphere to help you relax and unwind.

Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of our restaurant and bar with its ever changing view of the sea framed by Torbay's red sand stone and wooded coast line.

At Summerhill we pride ourselves on the quality of our food. Using the finest locally sourced ingredients our dedicated chef creates delicious homemade dishes to satisfy the keenest of appetites.

Our breakfast menu, possibly the best in the bay, offers a comprehensive choice of hot and cold foods; freshly ground bean to cup coffee, speciality teas and our 'piece de resistance' the SUMMERHILL TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST. If our Breakfast doesn't set you up for the day, then NOTHING WILL!

Our evening dinner menu presents a selection of freshly prepared dishes using selected West Country reared meats and Brixham landed fish accompanied by fresh vegetables and
One of the reasons guests return year after year is the excellent cuisine and choice of menu offered. Special diets, vegetarian dishes and childrens menus present no problem.

The hotel faces south and the view from the windows is to the lovely sandy Goodrington beaches, literally within a couple of hundred metres away, where there is safe bathing. The South West Coastal Path is adjacent

Without stepping into your car, just next to Summerhill is the lovely Young’s Park with its boating lake, board walk and relaxing green leading to the beach. Beautiful cliff walk to wander up and down or simply relax and gaze at the sea from one of its many benches. At the end of the promenade you can simply carry on to the South West Coastal path and walk to Brixham with lovely views of the sea. Or jump on the steam train from the park and visit Dartmouth.

From the beach you can try kayaking, coasteering, water skiing or simply explore the rock pools

Or wander over the cliff walk to Paignton harbour where you can get on one of the numerous boating trips or just sit and watch the harbour activities.

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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units: 17

Room / Unit Type	Room / Unit Tariff*
Double en-suite	from £94.00 to £120.00 per room (breakfast included)
Family room en-suite	from £130.00 to £150.00 per room (breakfast included)
Single room en-suite	from £79.00 to £90.00 per person (breakfast included)
Twin en-suite	from £94.00 to £120.00 per room (breakfast included)

*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Awards

Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor 2018 Certificate of Excellence 2018
Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020

Opening Times

2021 - Opening (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021)

From £79.00

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

419 reviews

Travelers Choice 2020

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Value
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Excellent
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Very Good
62
Average
6
Poor
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Terrible
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Recent Reviews:

Thia123
Leeds, United Kingdom
Lovely short break
22nd Sept 2020
Very comfortable stay - room was bit dated but was spotlessly clean and beds comfy. Breakfast was excellent and would stay here again for the breakfast. Didn’t have evening meal here but other guests... Read full review
roberthK994UA
Return visit to a lovely hotel
24th Sept 2020
Love this hotel, friendly staff, well appointed bedrooms, great food with plenty of choice, breakfast to start the day off well, and evening meal to end a great day. Have put Covid measures in place... Read full review
Coronation11
Coventry, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
It’s a B&B at present...
20th Oct 2020
We stayed in a small balcony room towards the back of the hotel on the first floor. It was clean and tidy, a bit old fashioned. The balcony was made through a small doorway up a step and a small part... Read full review

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Directions

Map Link

Road Directions

From Paignton Seafront.Travel south along Paignton seafront with the sea on your left. Left at end of seafront. Go past Paignton harbour and continue for 600 metres to hotel.

Public Transport Directions

From Paignton Coach/Train stationFollow Station Lane, at the end turn left over level crossing. Turn right along Sands Road. Take first left in to Roundham Road. Follow road and take 2nd turning right in to Braeside Road. Hotel is 40 yards on your left.

Facilities

Other

Free Wi-Fi available
Within 1 Mile of a Train Station - 0.5 mi to Paignton Train Station- approx 10 min walk

Accessibility

Accessible to Wheelchair Users - Please contact us for specific needs
Facilities for the Disabled - We have 3 ground floor disabled friendly room. Please contact us if you would like to reserve any of these rooms

Catering

Bar
Cater for vegetarians
Restaurant
Serve breakfast
Serve evening meal

Children & Infants

Accept children (Minimum age) - Minimum age of children 4 years

Establishment Features

Accept coach parties
Beach within 2km - Goodrington beach is 350 metres from Hotel front door.
Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem) - Fax, phone/modem point.
Central heating throughout
Family Friendly
Free car parking
Garden/patio for guests' use
Ironing facilities - Ironing board and iron available on request
Ironing Facilities - Ironing facilities available on request
Licenced for alcohol - Bar and restaurant
Lift - Lift serves most bedrooms
Minimum Group size - Minimum group size 18 guests
Near coastal path - Beside The South West Coastal Path
On-site coach parking
Open All Year
Restaurant
Sea Views - Sea views towards Brixham and Coast line
Separate guests' lounge
Staff fluent in foreign languages ** (List of languages are separately given) - French,Spanish
Wireless Broadband Internet Access - FREE WiFi available throughout the property

Key Features

Accessible
Accessible Rooms
Family
Groups Welcomed
Non smoking establishment
Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Seafront
Travelling Through

Languages spoken

French spoken
Spanish spoken
Staff Fluent in Languages - French - Spanish and French

Leisure Facilities

Games Room - Games room has a pool table

Parking & Transport

Car parking - No steps from drive to front door (disabled), ample parking in own grounds for cars and coaches.
On site parking - Free on site car parking for all our guests

Payment Methods

Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
Cash accepted
Contactless payment accepted
Delta accepted
Euros accepted
JCB accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Solo accepted
Special group rates
Visa accepted

Room / Unit Features

Central Heating
Colour television in all bedrooms
Digital TV
Electric shaver point
En-suite
Free View TV
Free Wi-Fi
Ground Floor Accommodation
Ground Floor Bedrooms Available
Hairdryer in all bedrooms
Ironing Facilities
Non smoking rooms available
Non smoking rooms available - All bedrooms are non smoking
Radio in all bedrooms
Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
TV in all bedrooms
Washer/Dryer - Available - extra charge applies
WiFi

Specialist Features

Mobile Phone Reception
Special provisions for cyclists - Secure place for bicycles
Special provisions for walkers - We have a laundry room with washing machine and dryer. Also will receive and keep your luggage if you are using a luggage transfer service