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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Gara Rock in East Portlemouth offers a hotel with spa facilities, a swimming pool with a view, sauna, sun terrace, and a beautiful garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, and a modern restaurant serving British cuisine. Comfortable Amenities: The hotel features a lounge, beauty services, steam room, hot tub, and electric vehicle charging station. Additional amenities include a fitness centre, outdoor seating area, picnic area, and family rooms. Free on-site private parking is available. Prime Location: Located 83 km from Exeter International Airport, Gara Rock is a 7-minute walk from Gara Rock Beach. Nearby attractions include Dartmouth Castle (25 km) and Plymouth Hoe (47 km). Guests appreciate the scenic views, attentive staff, and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is stunning and the accommodation is really comfortable. Most of the staff were really friendly and helpful. We would love to return.
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    the location was breath taking looking from your room over the cliffs to the sea .very quiet area for you to really relax chill and enjoy being waited on throughout the stay
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous location. Great breakfast. Loved the apartment.
  • Hanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very comfortable apartment for relaxing and spending time as a family. We also loved the versatile combination of the outside pool, spa and the wild beach down the path nearby.
  • Garry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The position is amazing. The swimming pools are great.
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were wonderful and made us feel very welcome. A lovely touch was a free glass of bubbles to congratulate on getting married 😍
  • Hoffmann
    Switzerland Switzerland
    I loved this hotel and its location. Gara Rock is one of my favorite beaches, and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. From the service to the F&B offering, everything was excellent and I was very satisfied.
  • Sebastian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely stunning scenery, friendly and professional staff in all areas. Room was a delight to stay in - spacious and clean. Location close to a small bay/beach and trails to other beaches.
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We visited for 2 nights following our wedding and were very surprised to find out we had been given a complimentary upgrade to the secret suite, the whole hotel is amazing but this room was really something special and we feel very grateful for...
  • Pradeep
    Egypt Egypt
    Stayed here for 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. A big shout out to the staff, as they are the best feature of the hotel. The pools, the spa, the cinema room, comfortable bedding and Sticky Toffee Pudding! The staff at reception and restaurant...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Gara Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Gara Rock

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Hiking
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Room service

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

2 swimming pools

Pool 1 - indoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Pool 2 - outdoorFree!

  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Full body massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules

Gara Rock takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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 of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

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.

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