🇬🇧 Paignton, United Kingdom
The Rosslyn
📍 16 Colin Rd, Paignton TQ3 2NR, UK
A sua permanência — The Rosslyn
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A propriedade — The Rosslyn
The Rosslyn is a solid, no-fuss three-star guesthouse on Paignton's seafront, a short walk from the pier and beach. The lobby is small and functional, with a reception desk, a couple of chairs, and a noticeboard of local ferry times. It suits families and couples who want clean, affordable accommodation with sea glimpses, not boutique styling or on-site facilities beyond a cooked breakfast. The USP is location: you're on the main coastal road, with the train station five minutes away and the English Riviera's bus routes right outside.
Crónicas de Paignton
Paignton grew from a small fishing village into a resort after the South Devon Railway arrived in 1859, linking it to London and the Midlands. The Victorians built the pier, the red-brick station, and the grand hotels along the seafront, many of which survive today. Its modern identity leans on family holidays, with a zoo, a steam railway, and the sandy Goodrington Beach nearby. The town centre has a faded seaside charm, with amusement arcades, chip shops, and a pedestrianised high street that hasn't changed much since the 1970s. Culturally, Paignton resists gentrification; it's unapologetically old-school British coastal, with coach parties and ice-cream queues defining the summer.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Paignton →Melhores meses
June and September offer the best balance of warm weather (18-21°C) and fewer crowds than July/August. The sea is swimmable, and the schools are either not yet on holiday or back, so the seafront is quieter.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is peak season, driven by school holidays and the Paignton Festival (usually a week of live music, food stalls, and fireworks on the green). Hotel prices can double from June rates, and booking three months ahead is essential.
Orçamento da temporada
May and October give you discounted rates (up to 40% off peak) and mild weather (14-17°C), though the sea is cool. Many attractions switch to winter hours from late October.
Tempo e embalagem
Paignton's climate is maritime, so you can get sun, drizzle, and a stiff onshore breeze all in one afternoon. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood and layering tops; leave the umbrella, as the wind will turn it inside out.
Livro City Briefing — Paignton
- The Paignton to Kingswear steam railway resumes its full summer timetable from mid-June 2026, including evening dining services; check Torbay & Dartmouth Railway website for ticket availability.
- The town's seafront road (Torbay Road) has a temporary one-way system until September 2026 due to sea-wall reinforcement works; expect minor delays walking from the hotel to the pier.
- A new cycle hire dock opens at Paignton Green in June 2026, with 20 electric bikes for rent by the hour, linking to the 22-mile Exe Estuary Trail.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Rosslyn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) for a quieter stay. The hotel has a passenger lift serving all guest floors, so you can easily access your room without worrying about stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lower-ground restaurant, as it has two steps and may have noise from the kitchen or dining area.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Colin Rd may not offer the most scenic views, but you may be able to see the surrounding houses or the street.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the hotel is located on a main road, so you may experience some traffic noise. There is also a step-free main entrance, which may attract some foot traffic.
Insider tips
Park in the hotel's free on-site parking area, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served and can fill up quickly. If you're unable to get a spot, consider using the nearby Paignton Harbour Car Park for £6 for 24 hours. If you're planning to upgrade to premium WiFi, do it at check-in to take advantage of the £5 per day rate, rather than waiting until you've already started using the standard WiFi.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalações do hotel — The Rosslyn
Free standard WiFi for all guests (up to 10 Mbps); premium upgrade available at £5 per day for 50 Mbps
Yes, a passenger lift serves all guest floors (ground to third); no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via in-room tablet; no physical newspapers delivered. The building was originally a Victorian seaside villa (c. 1880) with a recent modern extension.
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after that £20 per hour until 14:00
Free storage at reception during your stay and for up to 2 hours after check-out
Step-free access at main entrance via a ramp; one adapted ground-floor room with wheelchair-friendly bathroom; no lift to the lower-ground restaurant, which has two steps
Free on-site parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served; no reservation); nearest public car park is Paignton Harbour Car Park (TQ4 6DP) at £6 for 24 hours; no EV charging
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a £50 per room incidental card hold is taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Church: Christ Church (602 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Gerston Chapel (802 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Paignton SNU Spiritualist Centre (815 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Sacred Heart and St. Teresa (817 m · ~10 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Paignton Green (North) — 129 m · ~2 min walk
Palace Theatre — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Paignton Geopark — 433 m · ~5 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Nearest — 602 m · ~8 min walk
Boots — 814 m · ~10 min walk
The Kabin — 585 m · ~7 min walk
Paignton — 800 m · ~10 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use high-street banks or post offices for cash; avoid airport or hotel bureaux which give poor rates.
Contactless cards and mobile pay widely accepted in shops, pubs, and restaurants; small market stalls or cash-only B&Bs may expect cash.
Restaurants: 10-15% for decent service (check if service charge added). Taxis: round up to nearest pound. Hotel staff: £1-2 per bag for porters, optional for cleaners.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a café or Wetherspoon pub, about £2.
Fish and chips from a chippy or a supermarket meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) for £3-5.
Pub main: burger or fish and chips, around £10-12.
Limited; try the harbour-side stalls in summer for pasties, ice cream, or seafood.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Lidl are common budget supermarkets.
Charity shops on Paignton high street for second-hand bargains; nearby Torquay has Primark for low-cost new clothes.
Day bus pass with Stagecoach (around £5) covers Paignton and Torbay. From Exeter airport, take Stagecoach bus 56 to Torquay, then change, or National Express coach direct for about £10-12.
Pack a reusable water bottle – tap water is free and safe. Eat lunch at supermarkets or bakeries rather than sit-down restaurants. Walk or cycle the coastal path instead of paying for taxis or car parking.
É bom saber — Paignton
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Emergency Contacts
PaigntonFor all emergencies in the UK, dial 999. For non-urgent police matters, call 101. The local Paignton police station is at 2 Southfield Road, TQ4 6QQ. For medical help that isn't life-threatening, dial 111 or visit Torbay Hospital (Lowes Bridge, Torquay TQ2 7AA).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Paignton, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at The Rosslyn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 602 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 814 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
Find train tickets →Exeter St Davids station → Paignton station (10-min walk to Beaches B&B)
💡 Buy an off-peak return if you're visiting for the day; from Exeter airport take the 56 bus to St Davids (10 mins, £2).
Exeter St Davids → Paignton Station (0.4 miles from Castleton Hotel)
💡 Buy an advance ticket online to save half the walk-up fare. From the station, it's a 7-minute flat walk along Queens Road to the hotel.
Exeter St Davids (nearest airport rail link from Exeter Airport) → Paignton
💡 From Exeter Airport, take the 56 bus to St Davids station (20 mins, £2.50). Buy an advance ticket online for the train—cheaper than the onboard fare.
Exeter St Davids station (via airport bus link 56/57 or taxi) → Paignton station (0.3 mile walk to County Hotel)
💡 Book ahead on GWR website or app for the cheapest fares. The train runs along the coast from Teignmouth – sit on the left side for sea views.
Paignton Harbour (local tram-style service along coast) → Lyndhurst Hotel (via Paignton Green stop)
💡 This is a heritage tram, not for airport runs. Great for a quick hop from the beach—pay cash or buy a family ticket for four at £5.
Paignton Bus Station → The Rosslyn (Cleveland Road stop)
💡 Buy a dayrider for £5.50 if you plan to explore Torquay or Brixham later; the bus stops right outside the hotel on Cleveland Road.
Paignton bus station (near B&B) → Torquay harbour or Brixham
💡 Get a dayrider ticket (£5.50) if you're using three or more journeys—it's valid on all Stagecoach south Devon buses.
Paignton bus station (adjacent to train station) → Torquay town centre / harbour
💡 Get a Stagecoach Dayrider ticket (£5.50) if you plan multiple journeys. The 'Gold' service has comfier seats than standard buses.
Paignton bus station → Brixham town centre
💡 Ask the driver for the Brixham Fish Market stop if you're after fresh catch – it's a short walk from the market to the bus route.
Paignton Bus Station (5 mins walk from hotel) → Torquay Harbour or Newton Abbot
💡 Get the Stagecoach app for a £5 day rider — covers all local buses. The 12 runs along the seafront, so sit upstairs on the left for best coast views.
Newton Abbot (rail from Paignton, then bus) → Lyndhurst Hotel, Paignton
💡 Alight at Paignton bus station, then walk 8 mins up Torbay Road. Ask the driver for a day rider if you’re staying more than one day—£6 covers all local buses.
Exeter Bus Station (next to railway station) → Paignton Bus Station (0.3 miles from Castleton Hotel)
💡 Sit on the top deck left side for the sea views past Dawlish. The bus drops you a 5-minute walk from the hotel—cut through Hyde Road to avoid the hill.
Sobre Paignton
Wikipedia ↗
Paignton ( PAYN-tən) is a seaside town on the coast of Tor Bay in Devon, England. Together with Torquay and Brixham it forms the borough of Torbay, which was created in 1968. The Torbay area is a holiday destination known as the English Riviera. Paignton has origins as a Celtic settlement and was fi...
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at The Rosslyn?
Request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) for a quieter stay. The hotel has a passenger lift serving all guest floors, so you can easily access your room without worrying about stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Rosslyn?
Avoid rooms near the lower-ground restaurant, as it has two steps and may have noise from the kitchen or dining area.
Is The Rosslyn noisy?
Be aware that the hotel is located on a main road, so you may experience some traffic noise. There is also a step-free main entrance, which may attract some foot traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at The Rosslyn?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Colin Rd may not offer the most scenic views, but you may be able to see the surrounding houses or the street.
What are insider tips for staying at The Rosslyn?
Park in the hotel's free on-site parking area, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served and can fill up quickly. If you're unable to get a spot, consider using the nearby Paignton Harbour Car Park for £6 for 24 hours. If you're planning to upgrade to premium WiFi, do it at check-in to take advantage of the £5 per day rate, rather than waiting until you've already started using the standard WiFi.
What time is check-in at The Rosslyn?
Check-in at The Rosslyn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Rosslyn have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi for all guests (up to 10 Mbps); premium upgrade available at £5 per day for 50 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Rosslyn?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near The Rosslyn?
Fish and chips from a chippy or a supermarket meal deal (sandwich, snack, drink) for £3-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Rosslyn?
Day bus pass with Stagecoach (around £5) covers Paignton and Torbay. From Exeter airport, take Stagecoach bus 56 to Torquay, then change, or National Express coach direct for about £10-12.
When is the best time to visit Paignton?
June and September offer the best balance of warm weather (18-21°C) and fewer crowds than July/August. The sea is swimmable, and the schools are either not yet on holiday or back, so the seafront is quieter.
Principais atrações em Paignton
💡 Walk east towards Goodrington for quieter spots and rock pools at low tide.
💡 Walk the full mile to Goodrington Sands for free rock pooling at low tide and the best fish and chips at The Harbour Inn.
💡 Buy fresh crab or mackerel straight from the fishing boats on the harbour wall, usually around midday.
💡 Crabbing off the harbour wall is free; bring a line with a bacon bait and a bucket. The best time for calm water and fewer crowds is early morning or just after high tide.
💡 Walk to the far end near Hollicombe for quieter spots. The beach gets packed in school holidays, so go early morning or late evening.
💡 Check the harbour noticeboard for free community events. The fishmonger on the quay sells very fresh mackerel cheaply.
💡 Head to the western end near the harbour for quieter spots with benches sheltered from wind.
💡 Look for the free summer band concerts (check Torbay Council's events page). The café serves decent tea for under £2.