Hotels in Newton Abbot

Yes, Newton Abbot is well worth a stop, especially if you’re exploring Devon. It has a traditional market-town feel, plenty of independent shops and cafes and good links to nearby seaside resorts and Dartmoor National Park. It’s also a convenient base for day trips, with trains and buses connecting you to the coast and countryside in minutes.

Newton Abbot isn’t a seaside town itself, but it’s very close to the coast. In less than 15 minutes you can reach popular seaside spots like Teignmouth, Dawlish or Torquay, making it a great base if you want access to the beach.

The town is famous for its historic markets, horse racing at Newton Abbot Racecourse and its strong railway heritage. In the 19th and 20th centuries it was an important hub for the Great Western Railway. Today, people also know it as a busy shopping destination with easy links to the English Riviera and Dartmoor.

Newton Abbot is a medium-sized town, big enough to have a wide range of shops, pubs and facilities, but still small enough to feel walkable and easy to get around.

Yes, Newton Abbot has lots of market days. There’s an indoor market open most of the week, plus outdoor markets run regularly. There’s also a popular farmers’ market on certain days, where you’ll find fresh local produce, baked goods and handmade items.

Newton Abbot train station is very close to the town centre – only about a 10-minute walk. This makes it really handy for visitors arriving by rail, with quick access to shops, cafes and attractions once you step off the train.

You’ll find a good mix of high-street names and independent shops. The town has supermarkets, fashion stores, homeware and well-known chains, alongside smaller boutiques, gift shops and local traders. The market area adds even more variety with stalls selling everything from clothes and plants to fresh food.

There’s a lot to fill your time in and around Newton Abbot. Start with the town’s markets – the indoor pannier market is open most of the week and there’s regular outdoor markets that are great for picking up fresh produce, plants, clothes and local crafts. If you’re visiting in the summer, Newton Abbot Racecourse is a real highlight, with regular horse racing events that bring a lively atmosphere. History fans can stop by St Leonard’s Tower, the remains of a medieval chapel or take a wander through Forde House, a Jacobean manor where Charles I once stayed. Decoy Country Park has a lake for kayaking and paddleboarding, plus walking trails and play areas, while Bakers Park is perfect for a picnic or a gentle stroll. The town also has a cinema, a ten-pin bowling alley and a leisure centre with a swimming pool. Shoppers will enjoy the mix of high-street stores, independent boutiques and quirky finds around Courtenay Street. When you’re ready to head further afield, Dartmoor National Park is just a short drive away, ideal for hiking, cycling or wildlife spotting. And within 15 minutes you can be at seaside favourites like Teignmouth, Dawlish and Torquay for beaches, arcades and fish and chips by the sea. 

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.