Langstone Cliff Hotel - Dawlish

Family-run Victorian hotel on 8 hectares with sea views in Dawlish

Family & Children

The Langstone Cliff Hotel Dawlish provides a dedicated children's entertainment programme during school holidays, including magician shows and a visit from Santa. A soft play room and games room with board games, table tennis, and snooker keep younger guests busy indoors. Outside, children can use the playground, the tennis court, and 8 hectares of woodland for exploration.

Dining & Relaxation

Guests choose from a carvery and kid-friendly menus at the on-site restaurant, with options for breakfast in bed and packed lunches for day trips. A coffee house on site serves snacks, while the bar offers wine, champagne, and special diet meals. For relaxation, the hotel offers holistic and beauty therapy, a hairdressing salon, and a fitness centre.

Pools & Active Pursuits

The hotel operates 3 swimming pools: a year-round indoor heated pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a heated pool with a shallow end for children. Active guests can use the tennis court, table tennis, snooker, darts, and a small gym with locker rooms. The 8 hectares of woodland and gardens include outdoor seating, a sun terrace, and coastal footpaths to Dawlish Warren.

Rooms & Suites

Accommodations at Langstone Cliff Hotel include balcony rooms with sea views, ground-floor rooms, and family rooms on two floors reached by lift or stairs. Each of the 64 en-suite bedrooms has a private bathroom, and dog-friendly rooms are available with dedicated pet bowls. All rooms have a tea/coffee maker, and some offer walk-in showers or baths with grab rails.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel sits on 8 hectares overlooking the sea, adjacent to the Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve and a short walk from the beach. Guests can walk to Dawlish or Starcross along the coast path, or drive to Powderham Castle and Torbay. Trains run from the bottom of the hotel grounds, providing easy access to Exeter and the wider Devon coast.

• Location: 8 hectare grounds on the Devon coast, 5 min walk to Dawlish Warren Beach
• Family: Dedicated children's entertainment during school holidays and a soft play room
• Dining: On-site carvery with special diet menus and a kid-friendly buffet
• Pools: 3 swimming pools (indoor year-round, outdoor seasonal, heated indoor pool)
• Activities: Tennis court, snooker, table tennis, board games, and live sport events
• Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly rooms with dedicated facilities and nearby woodland walks