East Portlemouth Travel Guide

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A view of Salcombe looking north up the estuary from the eastern side. This view can be seen in the Agatha Christie's Marple episode ''Towards Zero'' (film)Towards Zero (2007).
A view of Salcombe looking north up the estuary from the eastern side. This view can be seen in the Agatha Christie's Marple episode ''Towards Zero'' (film)Towards Zero (2007).
The coastal path on Rickham Common. The higher and lower paths can interchange here, by the entrance to Salcombe Harbour. South Sands can be seen on the opposite side. Moult House can just be seen across the water in the centre on the edge of the cliff.
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A view of Salcombe and the estuary there from East Portlemouth.
A view of Salcombe and the estuary there from the beach at East Portlemouth.

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Gara Rock

Gara Rock

4 out of 5
East Portlemouth Salcombe England
Stay at this beach hotel in Salcombe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Gara Rock Beach and Venerick's Cove are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (133 reviews)
Room was amazing, staff were so kind and helpful and the facilities were lovely.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

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The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Seafront Torquay England
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The price is NZ$218 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
NZ$218
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Yes very clean, staff courteous especially Emma, went that extra to help.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

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The Imperial Torquay

The Imperial Torquay

4 out of 5
Park Hill Road Torquay England
The price is NZ$130 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$130
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

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The Goodrington Sands- Apart Hotel

The Goodrington Sands- Apart Hotel

2 out of 5
16 Young's Park Road Paignton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Paignton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and premium bedding. Popular attractions Splashdown Quaywest and Goodrington Sands ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Amazing!!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

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Astor House

Astor House

4 out of 5
Warren Road Torquay England
Stay at this beach apartment in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Princess Theatre and Inner Harbour are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
Had an amazing stay at Astor House. The views from apartment no. 2 were amazing. The apartment was clean and lovely and warm. Convenient location for restaurants, bars, buses etc

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Astor House
Cosy, Traditional & Close to Everything

Cosy, Traditional & Close to Everything

Brixham England
Stay at this cottage in Brixham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Golden Hind and Brixham Harbour are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
Absolutely stunning little cottage! Loved everything about it, the decor was beautiful, cosy and just inviting. Have taken some idea home with us! The little pub a few doors down was also lovely, friendly and inviting locals too which was really nice! Would highly recommend, would 100% return! Host ...

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Cosy, Traditional & Close to Everything
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Popular places to visit

South Sands

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Sands during your trip to Salcombe? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

South Sands

North Sands

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Sands during your trip to Salcombe? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

North Sands

Gara Rock Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gara Rock Beach during your trip to East Portlemouth? Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Gara Rock Beach

Salcombe Tourist Information Centre

Salcombe Tourist Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Salcombe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Salcombe Tourist Information Centre

Soar Mill Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Soar Mill Cove during your trip to Malborough? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Soar Mill Cove

Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk

You can take time to visit Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk during your travels to Salcombe. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk

Activities

Burgh island and Burgh Island Hotel

Devon Coast Tour

NZ$1,082
per adult
Devon Coast Tour
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Cities near East Portlemouth

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Kingsbridge

Country south of Malborough A shallow valley that soon deepens and leads down to the sea at South Sands. The buildings on the right are at Portlemore Barton. Seen from White Cross.

Malborough