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The Cary Arms

Beach Road | Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3LX, England
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The Cary Arms
Ranked #46 of 140 Torquay B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 138 Reviews
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  • Car park(8)
  • Sloe Gin(5)
  • Dog friendly rooms(4)
  • Very comfortable(4)
  • Little touches(4)
  • Vice Admiral(3)
  • Great Place(3)
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2012 NEW

We visited the Cary Arms recently during a holiday in Devon. We had looked at a number of places to eat and this restaurant stood out in all the reviews. When we arrived the views were stunning as was the Cary Arms itself. We arrived with our 9 month old to staff who were friendly and really obliging. The food... More

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Paignton, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

.We were lucky enough to have glorious weather for my daughters wedding this week end. The setting of the Cary Arms was magical, the staff pulled out all the stops to make everything perfect for us. The rooms and cottages are exquisite and all our guests who stayed were very impressed. The food was excellent and beautifully presented, and the... More

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minster lovell
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012

We have just returned from a fantastic stay at the Cary Arms, the location is absolutely stunning and very peaceful, the staff were extremely friendly with a special mention to Tony & Jonathan who looked after us so well during our stay, our room was beautiful and clean with stunning views and a pretty terrace. The food was tasty and... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

The three of us had a wonderful 2-night stay in the Captain Family Ensuite room. Some of the best service we've had in a hotel for ages, staff very genuine, friendly and efficient at all times - no request was too much trouble, thanks very much to Jen and her team. The hotel itself is in a brilliant location and,... More

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Cheltenham, UK
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

We stayed a couple of nights at The Cary Arms in the Rear Admiral room with our little dog Daisy. The hotel is down a narrow very steep lane, and the car park is a little walk up the steep lane so its not for anyone who isnt able or disabled. The hotel was very dog friendly and very friendly,... More

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West Malling, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

A wonderful stay in a relaxed, well run, boutique hotel with stunning views and good food. It was good to see a young freindly team. Jen, Tony and especially Tasha did everything possible to make our stay fabulous. We would highly reccomend this hotel everyone who is seeking a sanctuary away from it all for a short break or a... More

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
2 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Recent two night stay suggests staff unable to live up to the marketing teams hype. Yes, the rooms and location are fantastic, but for the price they should be. Food really not that good value, and not well executed either (sauces rather flat, 4 scallops for £8).The menu didn't change over the 3 days we were there. If you have... More

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CaryArms, General Manager at The Cary Arms, responded to this review
May 15, 2012

Whilst we are glad you liked your room and the fantastic location, we are all extremely sorry to read of your very disappointing stay. As you go onto say, we were aware of the special dietary requirements at reservations stage so for the dining team not to focus on this during your stay is absolutely unacceptable and I can only... More

Torquay, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
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Just had lunch at the Cary Arms. Beautiful setting, fancy ideas about itself and consistently underperforms. We're locals and keep hoping for improvement. Staff not particularly well trained or competent. Beer today (I tried both the Otter and the Topsail) verypoorly kept suspect dirty pipes. Ask a waitress for another drink and your told to go to the bar yourself.... More

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CaryArms, General Manager at The Cary Arms, responded to this review
May 15, 2012

We are all very sad to read your review. We work extremely hard to ensure that all our guests are happy and entirely satisfied. I have been here as Manager since we opened three years ago and we have a loyal and conscientious team and whilst they are young, they are all well-trained. The owner decided to retain the Cary... More

Penn
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

Had a fantastic time. Wonderful relaxed atmosphere, with excellent service. Well done Jen and her team, they made a nice place outstanding. Even Castor the dog didn't want to come home- must have been all those dog treats on the bar!

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

yet another fantastic week at the Cary Arms, Jen and the team are simply the best nothing is to much trouble, the service, food, cottages, are just perfect for the most relaxing and enjoying stay without being over the top, just perfect.

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Beach Road | Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3LX, England
Price Range: PLN: $$$$

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