The Briars
Hotel, 4-star26 Sands Road, Paignton, England, TQ4 6EJ, Paignton, United KingdomShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.
9.251Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 26 Sands Road, Paignton, England, TQ4 6EJ.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Stunning Garden Views Relax in the picturesque garden and enjoy the tranquil surroundings during your stay at The Briars.
Complimentary Wi-Fi Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access available throughout the property.
Bar/Lounge Unwind at the end of the day with a refreshing drink at the hotel's bar/lounge.
To experience these amenities and more, book your stay at The Briars today.
What this place offers
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Smoke-free property
- Free wired internet
- Free self parking
- Birdwatching nearby
- Free WiFi
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 51 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.6
- Location9.2
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities9.2
- Value9.2
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
Welcoming hostsClean roomComfortable bedGood breakfast options
LindaVery welcoming hosts. Although our room was small it was very clean with comfortable bed, coffee/tea facilities and other little extras. Excellent cooked to order {hot} breakfast with choices of cereal, fruit, yogurt,…
JuliaRoom at top of hotel - small but good view of bay. Staff friendly & helpful.
TinaVery friendly and welcoming hosts! The property was immaculately clean. Within walking distance of shops, bars and railway station. A lovely weekend stay would highly recommend!
MargaretDave and Amanda were excellent hosts, and made us feel very welcomed. Our room was cosy and comfortable.
BrettFriendly, approchiable staff, accomodating of our specific requirements as a carer of a vulnerable adult.
MichaelFantastic
What a fantastic place. Malcolm and Mandy are the hosts and very nice people. The place was very clean and the breakfast selection was great. Thank you for looking after us
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
26 Sands Road, Paignton, England, TQ4 6EJ, Paignton, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
The host will greet guests on arrival.
Pets. Pets not allowed
General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
General. Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Guest type. Caters to adults only
Children and extra beds. Children not allowed
General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant
General. Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Briars
What time is check-in and check-out at The Briars?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Briars allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Briars?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at The Briars?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Briars have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book The Briars?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Briars?
26 Sands Road, Paignton, England, TQ4 6EJ, Paignton.
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