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3-star hotel Check-in 14:00 · Check-out 11:00

The Thornhill

Enjoy bright rooms, free Wi-Fi, and breakfast at The Thornhill in Teignmouth. Pet-friendly seafront B&B near Teignmouth Lido and train station.

3 Mere Ln, Teignmouth TQ14 8TA, United Kingdom View on map
9.2/10
Exceptional Based on 129 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Pet-friendly Beach access Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Bright seafront rooms and excellent location

Visitors appreciate the comfortable rooms and seaside views, alongside convenient access to local attractions and transport.

Guests often praise

  • Bright, clean, and well-appointed rooms with plenty of natural light
  • Friendly and accommodating service from the hosts
  • Complimentary breakfast with good variety and quality
  • Seafront setting with attractive lounge views
  • Reliable free Wi-Fi throughout the property

Worth knowing

  • No on-site parking available, so plan accordingly
  • The guest house is not air-conditioned, which may be a consideration during warmer months
  • No restaurant or fitness facilities on site
  • Pet-friendly policy enhances convenience for those traveling with animals
  • Smoke-free environment maintained throughout the property

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a charming seafront base close to Teignmouth Lido and train station
  • Visitors interested in exploring local attractions such as Kents Cavern caves
  • Guests wanting a quiet, smoke-free environment in a Georgian-style B&B
  • Pet owners looking for a welcoming accommodation option
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About this property

Welcome to The Thornhill

Located on the seafront at 3 Mere Lane, The Thornhill is a Georgian-style guest house offering bright and refined rooms ideal for those seeking a comfortable stay by the coast. The property operates as a bed and breakfast, providing complimentary Wi-Fi and breakfast to guests, alongside a lounge with pleasant views of the surrounding area. Check-in is available from 14:00, with check-out by 11:00.

This pet-friendly accommodation appeals to visitors aiming to explore the Teignmouth area, being just a minute's walk from Teignmouth Lido, a heated outdoor pool, and approximately five minutes from the local train station. Guests frequently highlight the convenient beach access and appreciate the smoke-free environment, although amenities such as air conditioning, parking, and a restaurant are not available on site.

The location makes it a suitable base for sightseeing, with nearby attractions including Kents Cavern prehistoric caves, which offer family-friendly tours and activities, as well as Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Paignton Zoo Environmental Park. Both Cardiff and Exeter airports are within reasonable travel times by car or transit.

Reviews with an average rating of 4.6 from 127 guests often note the comfortable accommodations and helpful service, positioning The Thornhill as a practical choice for travelers wanting a straightforward, seaside stay with access to local points of interest.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Pet-friendly
Beach access
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Free parking
Pool
Air-conditioned
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Thornhill

Teignmouth, United Kingdom

A minute's walk from Teignmouth Lido (heated outdoor pool), this seafront Georgian-style B&B is also 5 minutes from Teignmouth train station and 8 miles from Kents Cavern prehistoric caves.

  • Teignmouth 4 min Walk
  • Seaview Diner (Stop A) 4 min Walk
  • Dawlish Road 3 min Walk
  • Cardiff Airport 2 hr 31 Car · 4 hr 33 Transit
  • Exeter Airport 28 min Car · 1 hr 9 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in United Kingdom. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves 4,862 reviews

Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

91 Ilsham Rd, Torquay TQ1 2JF, United Kingdom

4.7 · Tourist Attraction
Babbacombe Model Village & Gardens 6,472 reviews

Babbacombe Model Village & Gardens

Hampton Ave, Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3LA, United Kingdom

4.7 · Tourist Attraction
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 13,778 reviews

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Totnes Rd, Paignton TQ4 7EU, United Kingdom

4.5 · Zoo
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