Crowne Plaza Plymouth
Plymouth Hoe, overlooking the Sound · Hotel
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Large four-star waterfront hotel on Plymouth Hoe with sea views, a heated pool, gym and a rooftop steakhouse restaurant.
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About Crowne Plaza Plymouth
Crowne Plaza Plymouth stands on Plymouth Hoe, close to the clifftop promenade and Smeaton's Tower, and makes the most of its position with sea-facing rooms looking out across the Sound towards Cornwall. It is one of the larger hotels in the city, with 211 air-conditioned rooms, and its scale means it can support a full range of leisure and business facilities under one roof rather than relying on what is nearby.
Rooms are furnished to a consistent international four-star standard, with the higher floors and sea-facing rooms offering the best views over the Hoe and the water. The hotel's leisure club includes a heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym, and there are seven meeting and event spaces catering for groups of up to 500, making it a regular choice for conferences as well as leisure stays.
The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill occupies the top floor, with panoramic views over the Sound accompanying a steak-led menu, and Drake's Bar & Lounge offers a more relaxed spot for a drink at ground level. Self-parking is available on site for a daily charge, which is a genuine advantage in an area where street parking is limited.
Its position on the Hoe puts Tinside Lido, the Barbican and the war memorials within easy walking distance, while the scale of the hotel and its conference facilities also make it a natural choice for business visitors and larger groups. Pets are not accepted, and the hotel is best suited to those who want a full-service, internationally branded stay rather than an independent or boutique alternative.
What guests say
The location of the hotel is great, it’s a 15 minute walk from the station and you’re right on the front. Great views out the front of the hotel and a great park area to explore and enjoy. The only negative was the car park which is located under the hotel, it’s extremely tight but unfortunately not everyone can park properly which makes it difficult for everyone else trying to get round. There is some spaces for larger vehicles that will struggle in the smaller spaces with a lower ceiling which is brilliant but small cars feel obliged to park in them because they are selfish. The hotel doesn’t look anything special from the outside but when you get inside it’s the total opposite. The room was spacious, clean and had everything you need for a stay and the bed was really comfy too. There is facilities here such as a pool with sauna and steam room plus a gym. These are open to the public so aren’t exclusive to hotel guests only. I didn’t use the gym but the pool was big enough that you can still swim even if it’s busy. The restaurant on the top floor is a marco Pierre white, the menu looked great but we didn’t eat here. Breakfast is held in the restaurant so you can enjoy views of the sea and the park while you have breakfast. Excellent hotel and couldn’t fault it at all, the only criticism I have is the car park but this mid more aimed at incompetent drivers than the hotel itself.
7 months ago · via Google
Back in Plymouth for one night, visiting some old friends. Never stayed here, never needed to 😂 but now we live away we thought to give it a go. Glad we did. Great hotel, fantastic location. Staff are excellent. Room was great, massive but a small bathroom which is odd. However a very good shower. Breakfast is brilliant, can't fault it at all. Would we use it again, yes indeed.
2 months ago · via Google
With 3 children 1, 5 and 8. Very short walk to the seafront. Big beds, cot bed here upon arrival as requested, didnt have a bath in this room 719. Good air-conditioning, and very clean. Requested to be on upper floors and near the lift, which was exactly what we got.
2 months ago · via Google
Very nice stay here, booked mainly for the very large room and swimming pool (however pool was a bit too busy to use as it's quite small). Comfy beds, great breakfast, convenient location for the Hoe. Good check out time - 11am, could be extended if we had wanted to. Not very impressed with check in at 3pm as was given hope that the room would be ready earlier (the 2 people in front of us got their rooms early). However it does state 3pm and there is a secure luggage room to drop things off, so it is what it is. A pleasant, comfy and good value stay. I'd probably give it a 4.5 if you could have half points.
4 months ago · via Google
Guests consistently praise this hotel for its spacious rooms offering great views and the wide variety of delicious breakfast options. The friendly and helpful staff, along with the excellent central location near attractions, are also frequently highlighted.
Some reviews mention the parking can be tight and expensive.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Armada Way, Plymouth, PL1 2HJ Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Plymouth Hoe, overlooking the Sound
- Star rating
- 4 star
- Guest score
- 8.1 / 10 (2,600 reviews)
- Prices from
- £140 per night
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Plymouth