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Devon Arms

Stay at Devon Arms, a 4.4-star hotel in Teignmouth offering kid-friendly amenities. Near Kents Cavern, Babbacombe Model Village, and Paignton Zoo.

Northumberland Pl, Teignmouth TQ14 8DE, United Kingdom View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 140 recent guest reviews
Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced charm with welcoming service

Visitors value the friendly atmosphere and attentive staff, while noting the traditional pub setting and family-friendly features. Practical access and cleanliness also stand out, with some mixed remarks on layout.

Guests often praise

  • Warm, welcoming staff who provide excellent customer service and accommodate special requests.
  • Friendly, relaxed atmosphere with a loyal local following and a charming traditional pub vibe.
  • Clean facilities including restrooms, supported by attentive management.
  • Quality home-cooked food at reasonable prices, including popular Sunday roasts.
  • Family- and dog-friendly environment, with a sunny beer garden and good accessibility.

Worth knowing

  • The layout of the pub may feel unusual or "cut in half" to some guests.
  • Food service recently resumed after a reopening, so availability can vary.
  • While food receives praise, some guests have not sampled the menu, focusing more on drinks and ambiance.
  • Kids are welcome until 9pm, making it suitable for early family visits.
  • Located close to popular local attractions and the beach, enhancing sightseeing and recreation opportunities.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking an authentic English pub experience with a friendly, welcoming vibe.
  • Families looking for kid-friendly dining in a relaxed setting with outdoor garden space.
  • Pet owners wanting a place that welcomes well-behaved dogs.
  • Visitors wanting easy access to nearby attractions and a beach-side location.
  • Locals and small groups desiring a cozy spot for casual celebrations and drinks.
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About this property

Welcome to Devon Arms

Located on Northumberland Place in Teignmouth, the Devon Arms is a traditional English inn with a welcoming, local atmosphere. The property is known for its friendly service and accommodating approach to guests, including those with children and well-behaved dogs. A sun-trap beer garden offers a quiet outdoor space, while easy access is provided via a wheelchair ramp at the front entrance.

The inn features a classic pub setting with original interior details and a range of drinks, complemented by a kitchen serving straightforward pub meals and daily Sunday roasts. Visitors highlight the cleanliness throughout the property, including the restrooms, and the helpfulness of the staff. The layout has been described as somewhat unconventional, but this does not detract from the overall experience.

Guests appreciate the Devon Arms for its location in the Arts Quarter, just steps from the Back beach, making it convenient for sightseeing and recreation. Nearby attractions include the Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves, Babbacombe Model Village & Gardens, and Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, all popular with families and offering varied activities.

The property holds a respectable rating of 4.4 from 137 reviews, reflecting appreciation for its hospitable environment and kid-friendly service options. Its appeal suits visitors looking for a relaxed, informal place to stay with easy access to local points of interest and friendly community vibes.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
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Most popular facilities

Kid-friendly
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Gary Helliwell Apr 16, 2026
10

Absolutely love this place! We happened upon it and I wish it was as my local. The landlady is so friendly and welcoming, we had a small dog and he was made to feel so welcome. It’s a quiet place that makes you feel like a regular local.

ADS
Alastair D Sutherland Mar 31, 2026
10

Tonight I had a small Birthday party (6 people) . The owner and staff were very helpful and friendly. We asked if we could have a takeaway and eat it with our drinks and were told certainly and they were kind enough to supply plates and cutlery. I have never known a hotel that would be kind enough to allow that. I am a local to Teignmouth but I will now be frequently visiting the Devon Arms Hotel.

PL
Penny Lloyd Mar 24, 2026
10

The Devon Arms is a traditional English pub, what I would call a "proper pub". It has a loyal local following because of the friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The kitchen has recently re-opened offering good, honest pub grub daily including Sunday roasts. It is located in the Arts Quarter of the town a few steps from the Back beach. It has a wheelchair ramp at the front entrance for easy access and the staff are always on hand to help if needed. Well-behaved dogs and children are welcome. One of Teignmouth's best kept secrets is the pretty sun-trap beer garden at the back. The toilets are always clean in my experience and Ian and Jackie pride themselves on running an excellent pub.

GA
Georgios Adamakos Feb 08, 2026
8.0

Visited the pub. The layout is a bit weird, like cut in half. Other than that everything was great

SL
Shaun Lewis Feb 05, 2026
10

Have stayed here in the past but not this time around, staff were amazing, traditional bar with original features throughout, great range of drinks, never had no food so can't commit to a comment about that, but overall a great experience and they have a jukebox

AH
Alan Hyde Jan 29, 2026
10

Excellent home- cooked food at a very reasonable price. We ordered beef stew, veggie all-day breakfast & bacon sarnie, all very good. Also very clean everywhere INCLUDING THE LAVATORY! Highly recommended.

EH
E Harris Jan 22, 2026
10

have popped in for a drink a few times whilst on holiday. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is very welcoming and friendly.

EF
Emily Farndon Dec 30, 2025
10

Great pub, and kids can go in until 9pm, and dogs welcome too It's also owned by the mother of a very famous band member

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Devon Arms

Teignmouth, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Teignmouth 7 min Walk
  • Orchard Gardens 3 min Walk
  • Triangle (Stop B) 4 min Walk
  • Cardiff Airport 2 hr 32 Car · 4 hr 36 Transit
  • Exeter Airport 30 min Car · 1 hr 12 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in United Kingdom. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves 4,862 reviews

Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

91 Ilsham Rd, Torquay TQ1 2JF, United Kingdom

4.7 · Tourist Attraction
Babbacombe Model Village & Gardens 6,472 reviews

Babbacombe Model Village & Gardens

Hampton Ave, Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3LA, United Kingdom

4.7 · Tourist Attraction
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 13,778 reviews

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Totnes Rd, Paignton TQ4 7EU, United Kingdom

4.5 · Zoo
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