St. Michaels Travel Guide
Paignton
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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

Torquay: The Extraordinary Life of Agatha Christie Tour

Torquay: Kayak Rental with Sit-on-Top and Sit-in Kayaks
Top hotels in St. Michaels

The Grand Hotel
Minimal Hotel parking available. Reliant on local roads. Incredible frustrating finding a spot to park, particularly as I am a Blue Badge holder!!
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

The Imperial Torquay
Very friendly and helpful staff, clean room apart from uncomfortable mattress. Lovely view from room. Food very good standard. Enjoyed use of swimming pool, hot tub and steam room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton Torquay
The room was a good size and the view of the harbour was a bonus
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

The Devon Hotel
Booked this under the VIP banner which allowed me free drink from their restaurant bar. The staff greeted me in a friendly manner and directed me to my room. I had booked a ground floor room which had the benefit of a patio door leading to an outdoor dining area which will be fantastic in the Summer. ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Hotel Indigo Torquay by IHG
Hotel reception was not well sign posted from outside, first thing you see is an underground car park. Check in was straight forward, once we located reception, which is up a staircase. Staff were helpful. Hotel is new and well equipped. White fluffy dressing gowns and slippers in the room. Mini ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

The Imperial Hotel
Very pet friendly. Good location
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Michaels

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





