Just off Paignton Esplanade, Carrington Guest House offers a full breakfast menu using regional and Fairtrade produce. There is free WiFi at this Devon guest house which is located just 5 minutes’ walk from Paignton Train Station and town centre. Located on either the first or second floor, each guest room has a flat-screen TV, wardrobe and tea and coffee facilities. An en suite or private bathroom has a bath or shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. A full cooked breakfast includes egg, bacon, hash browns and pork sausages which are sourced locally. There is also a vegetarian breakfast and lighter cooked options including scrambled eggs and omelettes, as well as cereals, toast, fruit juice and Fairtrade teas and coffee. Breakfast is served from 08:30 – 09:15, with earlier or take-away breakfast available on request. Carrington Guest House is a 5-minute drive from Paignton Zoo and 15 minutes from Totnes. The neighbouring resorts of Torquay and Brixham are 10-15 minutes away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Paignton, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Paignton
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything , the room was always clean , very comfortable, the breakfasts were fantastic , whatever your needs they were always met , whatever you wanted for breakfast. But most importantly, the hosts Clive and Bernie just made me feel at home ,...
  • Darren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hosts were amazing and couldn't do enough you are amazing
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    loved everything about the Carrington guest house room was nice size breakfast amazing and Clive and bernie couldn't do enough for us so friendly

Managed by Bernadette and Clive

Company review score: 9.9Based on 143 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We, Bernadette and Clive, have spent many years in the hospitality trades and are thoroughly enjoying having our own Guest house and living in beautiful Devon.

Property information

Guesthouse that is positioned nicely between Paignton beach and town centre. 100 yards in either direction can take you to either the seafront, with its numerous restaurants, bars and the multiplex cinema, or the town centre itself, where you can find a variety of shops for almost every occasion or need. There is also a very convenient coach, bus and train station within walking distance of the guesthouse. We have no private parking however there is a public car park 100 metres away , all reservations must be made with a valid credit/debit card which will be authorised by a bank.

Neighbourhood information

Paignton is a very family friendly location, with various events throughout the summer, Paignton Green which is on the sea front has a Fun fair for most of the summer, and various events are held on the green throughout the year. Check out our website for more of what's in the area.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Carrington Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Carrington Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 7 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverSoloCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property cannot accept check-ins after 21:00.

Reservations can only be made with a Valid credit/debit card which will need to be authorized by a bank.

The property does not have any ground-floor rooms and all rooms are located on either the first or second floor.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Carrington Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Carrington Guest House

  • Carrington Guest House is 150 yards from the centre of Paignton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 250 yards from Carrington Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Carrington Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Beach

  • Check-in at Carrington Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Guests staying at Carrington Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free

  • Room options at Carrington Guest House include:

    • Single
    • Family
    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • The prices at Carrington Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.