Teignmouth
Things to do in Teignmouth, Devon
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Teignmouth is a Devon coastal town with a solid cluster of seafront hotels, most rated well by visitors. The Cockhaven Arms and The Thornhill both score 4.6, while Potters Mooring Hotel reaches 4.8 from over a hundred reviews. The Ness, a larger establishment with nearly 2,000 reviews, holds a steady 4.4. These are places people return to and recommend, which suggests the town works well as a straightforward seaside base.
The draw here is the sea itself and what surrounds it. Teignmouth Lido offers swimming and paddling, while Pavilions Teignmouth—rated 4.4 from 798 reviews—is clearly a focal point. The Treasure Hunt Trail gives families a structured reason to explore the seafront, and The Den provides indoor entertainment. Just across the water, Shaldon Zoo (4.6 from 1196 reviews) is the area's most-reviewed attraction and worth the trip.
This is a town for people who want a seaside break without complications: a place to stay a few minutes' walk from the beach, somewhere to swim or play, and a bit of animal entertainment nearby. There is nothing elaborate about it, and nothing needs to be.
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Devon Leisure Off Road Activities
Dawlish Warren · ⭐ 4.8
4 mi
The Paint Hub
Dawlish Warren · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Babbacombe Model Village
Torquay · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Poppins Pottery
Torquay · ⭐ 5.0
Dawlish Warren Beach
Dawlish Warren · ⭐ 4.6
Insanity Gaming Arcade Newton Abbot
Newton Abbot · ⭐ 4.6
5 mi
Bear Feet Playcentre
Newton Abbot · ⭐ 3.5
Tumbling Teds Playhouse
Newton Abbot · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in Teignmouth
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Coast View Holiday Park
⭐ 4.6
The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm
⭐ 4.9 · from £25/night
Rocombe Valley Retreat
⭐ 4.7 · from £180/night
Lady's Mile Holiday Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £37/night
Treacle Valley Campsite
⭐ 4.6 · from £19/night
Leadstone Holiday Park
⭐ 4.6 · from £25/night
Golden Sands Holiday Park
⭐ 3.8 · from £64/night
Five Trees Camping
⭐ 4.7 · from £33/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Teignmouth
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3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £627
Northumberland apartment
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £443
The Sail Loft
4 bed · sleeps 10 · from £897
Primrose Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £473
Springmere Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,101
Grand Banks Apartment
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £752
Montpellier Apartment
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £752
Woodland Rise
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,101
Common questions about Teignmouth
Where can I stay in Teignmouth?
We list 6 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Teignmouth.
What is there to do in Teignmouth?
We list 5 attractions and things to do in and around Teignmouth.
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