7 Best Holiday Parks in South Devon 2026

South Devon’s holiday parks stretch from the red cliffs of the Jurassic Coast to the sandy beaches of the English Riviera, with everything from full-service resorts to peaceful countryside retreats in between. Whether you’re booking a static caravan, hiring a lodge, or towing your own tourer, finding the right park means balancing location, facilities, accommodation quality, and what thousands of real guests actually say about the experience.

We ranked every major holiday park in South Devon with at least 1,000 combined reviews on Google and TripAdvisor, then sorted them by guest review scores. These are the seven that came out on top.

How we scored each park

This guide is based entirely on real guest reviews. We combined ratings from Google Reviews and TripAdvisor — the two largest independent review platforms — into a single weighted score for each park.

How the scoring works:

• We only included South Devon holiday parks (since that’s the title of this article) with at least 1,000 reviews in total (Google + TripAdvisor combined)
• Rather than a simple average, we weighted each platform proportionally — if a park has significantly more reviews on one platform, that score carries more weight in the final rating
• Parks are ranked from highest weighted rating to lowest
• Total review count is used as a tiebreaker

Cofton Holidays is publishing this article on our own blog, and yes, we’re at the top of the list. We didn’t design the methodology to favour ourselves — we used the same simple formula across every park and made it fully verifiable. You can verify every rating and review count yourself.

All review data was collected in May 2026.

At a glance

1. Cofton Holidays

Weighted Rating: 4.55/5 | Google: 4.6 (2,845 reviews) | TripAdvisor: 4.5 (2,613 reviews) | Total: 5,458 reviews

Location: Cofton Ln, Starcross, Exeter EX6 8RP. Dawlish Warren beach (2 miles)

Cofton Holidays is an 80-acre, AA 5-Star rated resort set in the South Devon countryside, just two miles from Dawlish Warren beach. With the Exe Estuary to the east and countless beaches to the south, the park sits within easy reach of South Devon’s best attractions and historical sites.

We offer a wide range of accommodation to suit different preferences. Our luxury 2 and 3 bedroom static caravans include options with private hot tubs, disabled access, and dog-friendly units. Luxury lodges, cottages, and apartments are also available with and without hot tubs and dig-friendly options. For touring caravanners and camper van owners, we provide standard grass pitches, hardstanding, and fully-serviced super pitches with fresh water and grey waste drainage on the pitch, plus 16A electric hookup. Parking with EV charging onsite.

What sets Cofton apart is the sheer breadth of facilities available to all guests. Indoor and outdoor heated pools, a sauna and steam room, spa treatments, five fishing lakes, bicycle rental, yoga sessions, a kids’ club, family evening entertainment, and on-site dining at The Swan Inn pub and Amelia’s restaurant — all without needing to leave the park. There’s also a tree-top adventure course, arcade with bowling, full gym, and on-site shop. The immediate local area is adorned with countless local attractions, including beaches, zoos, museums, castles, adventure parks, quaint seaside towns, and scenic coastal walks.

Key facilities
• Indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools
• The Swan Inn pub and Amelia’s restaurant
• Sauna, steam room, and spa treatments (massages, hair, nails)
• Four private coarse fishing lakes
• Tree-top adventure course and arcade with bowling
• Kids’ events calendar and family evening entertainment
• Bicycle rental, yoga classes, full gym
• On-site shop and ATM

What guests are saying

Reviewers consistently praise Cofton for spotlessly clean grounds and luxurious accommodation, with locally sourced food and welcome hampers drawing particular mention. Families highlight the pools, kids’ entertainment, and range of activities as standout features, while dog owners appreciate the dedicated walking area and dog wash facilities. Staff are frequently described as helpful throughout the park.

The vast majority of reviews are overwhelmingly very positive, which is why the park has the highest user rating of any holiday park in Devon, and many people mention returning year after year. This speaks to a level of consistency many other parks struggle to maintain.

Best For: Families and couples who want a full-resort experience, with the convenience of excellent pools, dining, and activities all within easy reach of lots of local attractions, on the South Devon coast.

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2. Ladram Bay Holiday Park

Weighted Rating: 4.5/5 | Google: 4.6 (2,248 reviews) | TripAdvisor: 4.4 (2,272 reviews) | Total: 4,520 reviews

Location: Ladram Road, Otterton, Budleigh Salterton EX9 7BX. Private beach on site (Jurassic Coast)

Ladram Bay Holiday Park is the only park on this list with its own private beach access, and that single fact reshapes what a holiday in Devon can feel like. Tucked into the Jurassic Coast between Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton, the park sits above a sheltered cove framed by red sandstone stacks that have become one of the most photographed stretches of the East Devon coastline. Touring pitches — both grass and hardstanding with electric hookup — are available with coastal views, and the wider accommodation range includes static caravans, lodges, and camping pitches, so the park caters to all setups.

Beyond the beach, Ladram Bay runs a solid spread of on-site facilities: an indoor heated pool, mini golf, a kids’ club with an indoor play area, a game room, and evening entertainment with a DJ. There is a restaurant, a rooftop bar, and a snack bar for meals, plus a convenience store, gift shop, and ATM. Dogs are welcome, and fishing is available on site. It is a park that clearly aims to keep families busy without forcing anyone off-site, though the nearby towns of Sidmouth (four miles) and Budleigh Salterton (three miles) are close enough for a change of scenery.

With a weighted rating of 4.50 out of 5 drawn from over 4,500 reviews across Google and TripAdvisor, Ladram Bay earns its place near the top of this list. Its TripAdvisor sub-ratings are consistently strong — Location scores 4.7, Cleanliness 4.6, and both Rooms and Service sit at 4.5 — reflecting a park that maintains high standards across the board rather than relying on one standout metric alone.

Key facilities
• Private beach on the Jurassic Coast
• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Restaurant and rooftop bar with sea views
• Fishing
• Mini golf
• Kids club and evening entertainment with DJ
• Dog friendly across all accommodation
• Gift shop and convenience store

What guests are saying

The private beach access dominates guest feedback and is frequently described as the highlight of any stay, with visitors returning year after year specifically for the cove and its dramatic red sandstone scenery. Reviewers consistently praise the accommodations as spacious, clean, and comfortable, and staff are regularly noted for being friendly and attentive.

The family-friendly atmosphere draws particular approval, with the entertainment programme and kids’ facilities keeping younger guests occupied. On the other side, some guests feel that overall costs run high, pointing to extra charges for certain amenities as a source of frustration. A number of reviewers also mention occasional mobile signal and connectivity issues on site, which is worth noting if you rely on a stable connection.

3. Hoburne Devon Bay

Weighted Rating: 4.41/5 | Google: 4.5 (1,619 reviews) | TripAdvisor: 4.3 (1,212 reviews) | Total: 2,831 reviews

Location: Grange Rd, Paignton TQ4 7JP. Goodrington Sands (walking distance)

Accommodation: Static caravans | Lodges

Hoburne Devon Bay occupies a stunning hillside position on Grange Road in Paignton, offering panoramic sea views over Torbay and the English Riviera coastline. The park is within walking distance of Goodrington Sands beach and a short trip from Paignton town centre, making it a well-situated base for exploring South Devon. With a Google rating of 4.5 from 1,619 reviews and a TripAdvisor rating of 4.3 from 1,212 reviews, the park has built a strong reputation across more than 2,800 guest reviews and holds a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award.

Accommodation is exclusively static caravans and lodges — there are no touring or camping pitches here. Options include dog-friendly units and premium hot-tub lodges, with many units having been recently upgraded. Facilities are comprehensive for a park of this size: a heated indoor pool with flume, an outdoor pool with coastal views, a gym, sauna and hot bath, mini golf, billiards, and an indoor play area and kids’ club. The recently refurbished Pier House entertainment venue provides evening shows, a nightclub and DJ nights, a restaurant and bar, all set against a backdrop of panoramic coastal views. A convenience store and free high-speed WiFi are also on site.

What sets Hoburne Devon Bay apart is its combination of elevated coastal setting and genuinely dog-friendly credentials. The park features a dedicated dog exercise area, an agility course, and a dog-friendly cafe — provisions that go well beyond the token pet policies found at some other holiday parks. As part of the Hoburne group, it ranks third out of 40 specialty lodging options in Paignton on TripAdvisor, and guests frequently note that it offers better value than the larger chain parks. That said, the hillside location that delivers those impressive views also means steep terrain throughout the site, which is worth bearing in mind for anyone with mobility concerns.

Key facilities
• Indoor and outdoor heated pools
• Walking distance to Goodrington Sands
• Restaurant and bar
• Gym and sauna
• Mini golf and billiards
• Kids club and evening entertainment with DJ
• Dog friendly
• Free high-speed WiFi

What guests are saying

Guests consistently praise the panoramic sea views from the hillside setting and the high standard of cleanliness across accommodation and grounds, reflected in a TripAdvisor Cleanliness sub-rating of 4.6. The Location sub-rating of 4.6 and Rooms score of 4.5 underline the appeal of the park’s coastal position and recently upgraded units. Staff are frequently described as friendly and quick to resolve any issues, contributing to a Service rating of 4.4.

However, recurring feedback highlights that the steep, hilly terrain makes the park difficult to navigate for guests with mobility issues or wheelchair users, and some visitors find the static caravan spacing compact. The on-site takeaway and shop attract criticism for being overpriced with limited choice, and the entertainment venue (while recently refurbished) is considered too small during peak weeks.

4. Beverley Holidays

Weighted Rating: 4.39/5 | Google: 4.5 (1,596 reviews) | TripAdvisor: 4.3 (2,106 reviews) | Total: 3,702 reviews

Location: Goodrington Rd, Paignton TQ4 7JE. Goodrington Sands (nearby)

Accommodation: Static caravans | Lodges | Touring pitches | Hardstanding available | Electric hook-up

Beverley Holidays occupies an enviable position on Goodrington Road in Paignton, where the touring pitches look out across Torbay and the English Riviera coastline. The park offers static caravans, lodges, and touring pitches on both grass and hardstanding with electric hookup, so it caters to a broad range of preferences. Goodrington Sands is close at hand, and the sea views from the touring area give the whole stay a distinctly coastal feel that sets it apart from more inland parks.

What really distinguishes Beverley Holidays is its coastal views and proximity to Goodrington beach. But the park is also well-equipped with everything you’d expect, including sauna, steam room, and indoor and outdoor pools (including a dedicated kids’ pool) plus a gym, making it genuinely possible to fill a rainy Devon afternoon without leaving the site. Beyond the spa facilities, the park runs evening entertainment with a DJ, mini golf, an indoor play area, outdoor playground, game room, and a kids’ club, while day-to-day needs are covered by a convenience store, coffee shop, snack bar, restaurant, bar, gift shop, and an on-site ATM.

Cleanliness is a recurring theme in positive guest feedback and one of the reasons the park holds a weighted rating of 4.39 out of 5 across more than 3,700 Google and TripAdvisor reviews. The park also earns strong marks for its dog-friendly policy, which is notably welcoming rather than merely tolerant.

Key facilities
• Indoor, outdoor, and kids’ swimming pools
• Sea views overlooking Torbay
• Restaurant, bar, and coffee shop
• Gym, sauna, and steam room
• Mini golf
• Kids club and evening entertainment with DJ
• Very dog friendly
• Gift shop and convenience store

What guests are saying

Reviewers regularly praise the cleanliness of both the accommodation and the shared facilities, calling them spotless and well maintained. Staff are frequently described as friendly and genuinely helpful, and the location near Devon’s beaches draws consistent appreciation, with TripAdvisor sub-ratings of 4.7 for location and 4.4 for both cleanliness and service. Dog owners single out the park as particularly accommodating.

On the less positive side, several guests note that children’s daytime activities come largely at extra cost, with only four free sessions per week lasting around 30 minutes each — a point worth weighing for families on a budget. The on-site restaurant also draws mixed feedback, with some reviewers finding prices a tad on the high side and others mentioning occasionally slow service.

Best for: Couples and families who want a park that combines genuine sea views from the park with a proper spa and wellness setup, and who are happy to accept that some children’s activities carry an additional charge.

5. Welcome Family Holiday Park

Weighted Rating: 4.38/5 | Google: 4.5 (2,287 reviews) | TripAdvisor: 4.2 (1,569 reviews) | Total: 3,856 reviews

Location: Dawlish Warren Rd, Dawlish Warren, Dawlish EX7 0PH. Dawlish Warren beach (nearby)

Accommodation: Static caravans | Lodges | Cottages | Apartments

Welcome Family Holiday Park sits on Dawlish Warren Road, just a ten-minute walk from Dawlish Warren’s Blue Flag beach and adjacent to an internationally protected nature reserve. Independently owned and family-run since 1979 — though the site originally opened in 1949 as ‘The Welcome Stranger’ — this VisitEngland 4-Star Holiday Park has built a fiercely loyal following over nearly seven decades of operation. It also holds a Bronze Award for Green Tourism, reflecting a commitment to its exceptional natural surroundings.

Accommodation options range from classic caravans and bungalows to premier caravans, holiday apartments, and lodges, with dog-friendly units accepting up to two pets. no touring pitches available. The headline facility is the Tropicana Fun Pool Complex, which houses four heated indoor pools – a significant draw for families regardless of the weather. Beyond the pools, the park offers a typical holiday park combo of restaurant, bar, snack bar, mini golf, billiards, a game room, kids’ club, and evening entertainment with a nightclub and DJ. Free WiFi is available, though it is limited to a single device per booking.

What truly sets Welcome Family apart is its entertainment team, which is consistently singled out as the park’s defining feature. Guests routinely describe the shows as ‘TV worthy’ and ‘better than cruise ship shows,’ and the friendly, personal approach of staff — many of whom greet returning visitors by name — has helped foster an extraordinary guest loyalty rate of over 80% repeat visits. It is this combination of warm, old-school hospitality and genuinely impressive live entertainment that gives the park a character quite distinct from larger, corporate-run competitors.

Key facilities
• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Restaurant, bar, and snack bar
• Mini golf and billiards
• Kids club and game room
• Evening entertainment with DJ
• Dog friendly
• Free WiFi
• Near Dawlish Warren beach

What guests are saying

Across 3,856 reviews, Welcome Family holds a 4.5 on Google and a 4.2 on TripAdvisor, producing a weighted rating of 4.38 out of 5. The entertainment team draws the most consistent praise, with guests describing the shows as among the best they have experienced at any holiday park, and the personal, family-like hospitality from staff is a recurring highlight. Location scores highest among TripAdvisor sub-ratings at 4.7, reflecting the park’s proximity to Dawlish Warren beach and the adjacent nature reserve.

On the other hand, Sleep Quality is the lowest sub-rating at 4.0, with some guests noting that noise from the clubhouse entertainment can carry to nearby accommodation, and Cleanliness sits at 4.1, with certain older units described as dated with furnishings from the 1980s. Free WiFi is limited to one device and mobile signal can be poor, which is a frustration for some visitors. Despite these drawbacks, an over 80% repeat guest rate speaks volumes about the loyalty the park inspires — guests clearly feel the warmth of the welcome outweighs the rough edges.

6. Whitehill Country Park

Weighted Rating: 4.35/5 | Google: 4.5 (840 reviews) | TripAdvisor: 4.2 (797 reviews) | Total: 1,637 reviews

Location: Stoke Rd, Paignton TQ4 7PF. Paignton beaches (5-minute drive)

Accommodation: Static caravans | Lodges | Touring pitches | Hardstanding available | Electric hook-up

Whitehill Country Park occupies a peaceful stretch of South Devon countryside just outside Paignton, offering a noticeably different atmosphere to the busier holiday parks along the English Riviera. Static caravans, lodges, and sheltered touring pitches — both grass and hardstanding with electric hookup — are spread across a well-maintained site that feels removed from the typical holiday-camp bustle. Paignton’s beaches are only a five-minute drive away, and a bus stop right at the park entrance connects you to both Paignton and Torquay without needing the car at all.

The facilities strike a solid middle ground between relaxation and family entertainment. Indoor and outdoor heated pools are available on site, while an indoor play area, game room, billiards, and evening entertainment can keep children and adults occupied all day. A restaurant, bar, and convenience store round out the basics, and dogs are welcome. It is worth noting that the on-site dining and shop have drawn mixed feedback, so families who like to self-cater or eat out may prefer to use the local shops and restaurants versus those on site at the park.

Access deserves a brief mention: the approach road is narrow with blind corners, which can catch out drivers towing touring caravans for the first time. Some touring pitches also sit beneath power cables or close enough to the road to pick up traffic noise, so it is worth requesting a pitch away from these if that matters to you.

Key facilities
• Indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools
• Hot tubs with select accommodation
• Restaurant and bar
• Countryside setting near coast
• Sheltered touring pitches
• Evening entertainment
• Dog friendly
• Bus stop at entrance (Paignton and Torquay)

What guests are saying

Across more than 1,600 reviews, Whitehill draws consistent praise for its cleanliness and the general upkeep of the grounds, with many guests describing the site as spotless and well looked after. The pool areas are a particular highlight, and staff are frequently singled out for being friendly and efficient at check-in. Location is another strong point — reviewers appreciate the easy five-minute drive to Paignton, the bus stop at the entrance, and scenic walks from the park itself.

On the downside, the restaurant is a recurring sore spot, with guests reporting slow service and mediocre food that falls well short of expectations. The on-site shop also comes in for criticism for being poorly stocked at times, which can frustrate those planning to pick up essentials without leaving the park.

Best for: Families and couples with touring caravans or those booking static accommodation who want a quieter, countryside-set base within easy reach of the English Riviera’s beaches and attractions, and who tendt to head off-site for most of their meals.

7. Parkdean Challaborough Bay

Weighted Rating: 4.25/5 | Google: 4.3 (1,679 reviews) | TripAdvisor: 4.2 (1,461 reviews) | Total: 3,140 reviews

Location: Challaborough Bay Holiday Park South, West Coast Path, Kingsbridge TQ7 4HU. Challaborough Beach (Blue Flag, adjacent)

Accommodation: Static caravans | Lodges

Parkdean Challaborough Bay is a park where the location does almost all of the talking. Tucked into a sheltered cove on South Devon’s South Hams coastline, it sits just steps from Challaborough Beach — a Blue Flag stretch of sand that is ideal for paddling, rockpooling, and swimming. The park falls within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and lies directly on the South West Coast Path, with a scenic 20-minute walk leading to Bigbury-on-Sea and views across to Burgh Island, the art deco landmark accessible at low tide on foot or by the famous sea tractor. It holds both a David Bellamy Gold Conservation Award and an English Tourist Board 4-Star Excellent Award, recognitions that reflect the quality of the natural setting surrounding it.

Accommodation is static caravans and lodges only — there are no touring or camping pitches here. Dog-friendly units are available, and the park is operated by Parkdean Resorts, the UK’s largest holiday park group. Facilities include an indoor heated pool, a kids’ club, an indoor play area, evening entertainment, a convenience store, breakfast service, and free WiFi. It is a relatively small, intimate park compared to some of its larger rivals, or sister parks, which gives it a quieter, more tucked-away character that many visitors appreciate.

Prospective guests should be aware of two practical considerations. The access roads are narrow, steep, and single-track with blind corners, which can make the drive in and out genuinely challenging — particularly for those unfamiliar with rural Devon lanes. There is also no mobile phone signal at the park itself, with the nearest reliable reception approximately five miles away. For those who can look past these limitations, however, the beachfront setting and coastal walking are difficult to match.

Key facilities
• Adjacent to Blue Flag Challaborough Beach
• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Kids club and indoor play area
• Evening entertainment
• Convenience store
• Free WiFi
• On the South West Coast Path
• Dog friendly

What guests are saying

Across 3,140 reviews on Google (4.3/5) and TripAdvisor (4.2/5), the overwhelming theme is location — TripAdvisor reviewers award it a 4.6 out of 5 for location, comfortably the highest of its sub-ratings, with guests repeatedly praising the steps-from-the-beach setting and the coastal walks to Burgh Island. Staff receive warm mentions too, reflected in a solid 4.4 for service, and families highlight the children’s facilities — the pool, kids’ club, and adventure playground — as particular strengths, with the sheltered beach considered excellent for young children.

On the other side, the narrow, steep access roads and complete lack of mobile phone signal are the two most frequently cited frustrations, with some guests finding them a genuine inconvenience. On-site dining is considered overpriced with long wait times, and while children’s entertainment is well regarded, adult and evening options are described as limited.

Best for: Families with young children and dog owners who prioritise a stunning, unspoilt beachfront location and coastal walking over modern facilities and internet connectivity — and who do not mind navigating narrow Devon lanes to reach it.

Finding the right holiday park for you

The gap between first and seventh on this list is just 0.30 points. Every rating in this article can be verified on Google and TripAdvisor. Ratings change over time, so we’d encourage you to check the latest reviews before booking. What matters most is finding the right park for the kind of South Devon holiday you’re looking for.

All seven parks are genuinely the most highly rated, making them the best in South Devon. What separates them is what each of them do best: Cofton has the widest range of facilities and accommodation types and pitches, highest rating and highest number of reviews. It’s also walking distance from the Exe Estuary and short drive from the blue flag beach at Dawlish warren. On park you’ll find great leisure facilities, activities for the whole family and entertainment guaranteed to raise a smile.