Dreamy Devon spa hotels you have to visit

Family-friendly Devon retreats: Finlake Resort & Spa, Newton Abbot

A wonderland of fun and relaxing leisure activities, at Finlake Resort and Spa there’s so much to choose from to do, you’ll need more than a day to do it all! As well as an outdoor pool and slide with flumes and a water playground, the South Devon countryside provides ample opportunity to enjoy woodland walks and nature trails. At the spa, you’ll find an adult swimming pool, sauna and steam room and a menu of sumptuous spa treatments to choose from, including massages, facials and body rituals.

Romantic spa breaks: The Retreat, Exeter

A luxury day spa in Exeter, The Retreat is located in the heart of this historic city, providing an oasis of calm from the outside world. A boutique hotel, the building itself has a story to tell as the former Colson's department store. Each room features comfy Hypnos beds, spa-inspired bathrooms and Nespresso coffee machines, while there's a distinctly Art Deco vibe in the dining areas. The spa facilities are the focal point of your visit, taking you on a thermal journey before enjoying a collection of face and body therapies courtesy of the British global skincare brand, Elemis.

Adult-only spa breaks: Lincombe Spa at Lincombe Hall Hotel, Torquay

A pristine manor house surrounded by elegantly manicured gardens, Lincombe Hall Hotel and Spa in Torquay is south Devon’s adult-only hotel for stress free indulgence. Perfect for babymoons, intimate celebrations or simply just because, the hotel is a short walk from Torquay marina where you can stroll by the water, or a short drive to the pristine beaches of the South Hams. Meanwhile, dining is an exercise in local specialties, from cream teas to seafood, and the spa is the pièce de résistance - sparkling new and with everything you could hope for.

Group getaways by the beach: Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel, Saunton

On the North Devon coast near Brauton, Saunton Sands Hotel presides over miles of sandy beaches and offers peaceful and elegant retreats for families, friends, couples and those looking for a wellness break. The Source Spa is a treat for the senses – the rooftop sun deck and relaxation room, for example, offers views of the glistening ocean and a warm sea breeze to restore weary souls. Inside, the thermal facilities offer therapeutic benefits to skin and aching muscles but souls will also soar thanks to a vitality pool overlooking the beach, a Finnish sauna and a salt inhalation steam room. The treatment rooms, too, have sea views so spoil yourself with some head-to-toe pampering.

Luxury spa breaks: The Harbour Beach Club, Salcombe

The Beach Club Hotel and Spa is a new luxury hotel that offers exceptional modern design and an enviable location right next to the beach. Quite literally a stone's throw from the sand, the hotel is perfect for romantic spa breaks, family holidays or celebrations with friends. It is near the popular sailing town of Salcombe, and includes a luxurious spa complete with marine-inspired spa therapies.

Five-star spa style: Gaia Spa at Boringdon Hall, Plymouth

Surrounded by south Devon countryside, Gaia Spa at Boringdon Hall offers spa goers the best of all worlds. A romantic luxury hotel in a historic building brimming with intrigue, it includes a Michelin Star restaurant, as well as a dedicated spa cafe. The spa is all about modern excellence, set over three floors with facilities that flow from the inside out. There are floor-to-ceiling windows so you can see out into the grounds as you use the two saunas, two steam rooms, and two poolside heated beds. To complete the experience there’s a manicure and pedicure room and 12 treatment rooms where therapists use ESPA, and Gaia’s own natural product range.