15 Great Devon Hotels with Pools (2026)

Without a doubt, Devon has some fantastic hotels by the sea so you may think a pool isn't exactly necessary. But when it comes to choosing accommodation in this lovely region a relaxing pool — indoor or outdoor — is the icing on the cake. From luxury havens to family-friendly options, a pool will keep everyone happy. Whether it's for entertaining the kids whatever the weather or within a spoiling spa for some adult pampering, a pool adds that extra something. And if you head to some of Devon’s prime inland spots, like Dartmoor, offering views over the moors rather than the ocean, it's a welcome addition after exploring the great outdoors. Dive in and take a look at our experts' favourite Devon hotels with pools. 

Hotels with indoor and outdoor pools

• The Watersmeet Hotel is a classic seaside hotel which has been operating as such for more than a hundred years: painted white, sitting on a grassy ledge just above the beach — with the pool in between the beach and the hotel, and with views out to sea from almost all of the 25 bedrooms. They go a bit further than the basics though with their 2AA Rosette restaurant serving English classics and their spa, with a steam room and small treatments menu. 
• The Sidmouth Harbour Hotel also has two pools: a long, narrow outdoor pool perfect for laps or reclining beside, and a broader, shallower indoor pool which is part of the spoiling spa complex, and has floor-to-ceiling windows at one end. The location is excellent, on the edge of the Jurassic Coast, and the hotel has 57 rooms and suites, plus a restaurant serving British classics. Perfect for a coastal escape.
• With ocean views from both its indoor pool and outdoor pool, Gara Rock is a fantastic choice. The location, on a hilltop just back from the beach in East Portlemouth, is idyllic and peaceful, and the views are panoramic. There are 12 choices when it comes to where you sleep, ranging from rooms to suites to family-friendly self-catering cottages. All have large windows and are stylishly decorated with modern rustic/industrial accents and a bohemian feel. The restaurant is well regarded, as is the spa.

For a romantic getaway

• Boringdon Hall Hotel is a five-star castle-cum-country house hotel and spa on the fringes of Dartmoor National Park. It offers the romance of a castle: with huge ceilings, impressive windows and great stone fireplaces, four-poster beds and grand free-standing baths; and the comfort of a more contemporary property, what with the state-of-the-art Gaia spa, hot tubs in some of the rooms, and the innovative restaurant. The pool is indoor, but with huge glass windows that offer the benefits of outdoors without the actual weather. Adults only.
• Right on the edge of buzzy, picturesque Salcombe, the Salcombe Harbour Hotel is a boutique hotel with seriously gorgeous views over the estuary with its sailing boats to one side and sandy beaches to the other. The hotel’s 50 rooms and suites are arranged so that there are plenty with a private terrace, and huge public terraces for the bar and the chic restaurant, which also offers cooking classes for kids and adults. The pool is indoor, part of the spa and gym complex.
• As its name implies, Dartmouth’s Dart Marina Hotel is right on the marina, overlooking the River Dart! As well as the great views, this hotel also has a luxurious spa and an AA Rosette awarded restaurant. There are 49 rooms, suites and self-contained apartments, plus a really elegant indoor pool to go with the spa and its treatment packages. Relaxing, grown-up and romantic.

For a spoiling spa

• Set in acres of beautiful countryside on the slopes of Dartmoor, Bovey Castle is grand and castle-y enough for the name, but in an 18th century rather than medieval sense, which arguably make its 64 rooms and suites, and 22 self-catering lodges, more comfortable to stay in. They make an effort to ensure families feel welcome here with things like special menus and Lego room service. But it’s romantic too, with a choice of two restaurants: the family-friendly Castle Bistro and the elegant Art Deco Edwardian Grill, plus there's a great spa and beautiful indoor pool.
• Northcote Manor offers an escape to the Devon countryside, in a Victorian country house hotel. For peace and the simple pleasure of beautiful grounds, rural views and good food, Northcote is perfect. Converted from a rambling manor house, the hotel’s 16 rooms are a varied lot when it comes to outlook and size, so you might want to be specific when you book. There’s a good choice of relaxed public spaces, and a charming old-fashioned air to the place, but a cosy welcome. The pool is indoor in the separate luxury, and very contemporary, spa.
• Ilsington Country House is a quintessentially British country house hotel set amongst the ruggedly beautiful terrain of Dartmoor. The pool is indoor, part of the modern spa, which, with the very latest in spa technology, is an indulgent proposition after a day out on the moor. The hotel has 25 rooms, with plenty of charm and great views, and there’s a well regarded restaurant which prides itself on its local, seasonal menu.
• Overlooking Salcombe's South Sands beach, Harbour Beach Club Hotel is a lovely boutique retreat. Airy spaces, neutral tones and sleek wooden furnishings blend effortlessly with coastal charm — most rooms boast sublime sea views and balconies. And the glass-walled spa with an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and hydrotherapy pool is a delight.

For families

• The Thurlestone Hotel is a great family-friendly, 65-room hotel right on the south Devon coast with fantastic views, superb facilities and indoor and outdoor pools. There’s lots to do on-site for families: there’s a croquet lawn, tennis courts, golf course, kids club, gym and spa, and both indoor and outdoor play areas. Plus there's surfing and waterskiing on the beach. And there’s a really good choice of room sizes and configurations, so you’re bound to find something to suit.
• Drive a couple of miles out of Salcombe along the coast and you’ll get to a pretty cove and the Soar Mill Cove Hotel, a family-friendly, 20-room hotel with stunning sea views. As well as standard rooms Soar Mill Cove also has family suites and self-catering units — which share an outdoor hot tub. There’s a 2 AA Rosette restaurant with a menu heavy on the local seafood, plus a gym and indoor pool. 
• The Saunton Sands Hotel’s pool is perched on top of a grassy plateau above a golden sandy beach, so it’s just like you’re on the beach but without the sand getting into your bathers. This 95-room hotel is perfect for families, with that quintessential seaside feel and white paint, and there’s plenty of choice when it comes to room configurations, with the possibility of connecting rooms, family suites or apartments. There are great facilities on-site too, with a heated indoor pool as part of the comprehensive spa. There’s also a supervised playroom and tennis courts.

For great value 

• Hotel du Vin Exeter is housed in a Victorian former hospital in the heart of the city. The reasonably-priced rooms boast vibrant bursts of bright orange and blue, plus there's a chic French bistro. A spa with indoor/outdoor pool is the perfect spot to relax after a day's exploring. 
• Burnville Farm is a charming B&B surrounded by rolling Devon countryside, on the western edge of Dartmoor, making it a good value choice for walkers and ramblers. There are four lovely rooms in the main farmhouse, and three self-catering cottages in the grounds, which are ideal for families or groups. And there are beautiful views from many of the rooms and from the outdoor pool terrace.

Still not sure?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Devon
• Or refine your search to just our recommendations for 11 of the Best Spa Hotels in Devon, or you might be interested in our 15 of Devon's Most Romantic Hotels, or the Best Hotels with Hot Tubs in Devon
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.