St. Michaels Travel Guide

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Paignton Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paignton Beach during your travels in Paignton? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Paignton Beach
Steam power

Goodrington Sands Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Goodrington Sands Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Paignton. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Goodrington Sands Beach
An absolute must when in the area, fantastic Coastal views of the steam train

Dartmouth Steam Railway

Enjoy an outing to Dartmouth Steam Railway during your stay in Paignton. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Dartmouth Steam Railway
A wee secluded beach

Fairy Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fairy Cove during your trip to Paignton?

Fairy Cove
Calm waters, Torbay

Elberry Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Elberry Cove during your trip to Paignton? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Elberry Cove

Paignton Zoo

Why not meet the animals who call Paignton Zoo home during your trip to Paignton? Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Paignton Zoo

Activities

Torquay: The extraordinary life of Agatha Christie tour

Torquay: The Extraordinary Life of Agatha Christie Tour

AU$39
per adult
Torquay: The Extraordinary Life of Agatha Christie Tour
Picture 2 for Activity Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk

Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk

AU$29
per adult
Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk
A family Taster Tour of Babbacombe Bay

Sea Kayak Taster Tour 90 Minutes for 4 People

AU$254
per traveller
Sea Kayak Taster Tour 90 Minutes for 4 People
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Our pick of the best St. Michaels Hotel Deals

The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Seafront Torquay England
The price is AU$186 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$186
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Yes very clean, staff courteous especially Emma, went that extra to help.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Grand Hotel
The Imperial Torquay

The Imperial Torquay

4 out of 5
Park Hill Road Torquay England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$111 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
AU$111
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Room lovely spa could do with a little update

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

The Imperial Torquay
The Imperial Hotel

The Imperial Hotel

3 out of 5
THE ESPLANADE Exmouth England
The price is AU$96 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$96
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Exmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (707 reviews)
Had a good night's sleep as bed was very comfortable. Room was perfect temperature & quite & clean. Plenty of hot water for a shower. The Bar area is nice to sit in. The seating is comfortable & has a lovely sea view & large screen TV. The restaurant is large & looks nice.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Imperial Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Torquay

Hampton by Hilton Torquay

3.5 out of 5
The Terrace Torquay Devon Torquay England
The price is AU$125 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$125
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (921 reviews)
Staff helpful room clean and warm

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hampton by Hilton Torquay
Lincombe Hall Hotel & Spa - Just for Adults

Lincombe Hall Hotel & Spa - Just for Adults

4 out of 5
Meadfoot Road Torquay England
The price is AU$204 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$204
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (360 reviews)
The staff and service was impeccable. The spa was spotless, with by far the best fac

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Lincombe Hall Hotel & Spa - Just for Adults
The Devon Hotel

The Devon Hotel

3 out of 5
Matford Exeter England
The price is AU$156 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$156
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Exeter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (946 reviews)
Lovely stay. Large room out the back of the main hotel with great views out the large window of grass & trees. King size bed & lovely bathroom with bath & shower. This is our 12th visit as we use this regularly to break up our journey up & down the country. Staff are polite & professional.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

The Devon Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around St. Michaels

A wee secluded beach

Roundham

If you're spending some time in Roundham, Paignton Beach and Fairy Cove are top sights worth seeing.

Roundham

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