The Railway Inn

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Garden
Bathroom
Deluxe Suite, Ensuite
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June

Explore the area

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Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Brixham, England, TQ5 0LL
  • Place, Churston Station
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Battlefield Live Torbay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Suite, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Brixham

The Railway Inn places you steps from Churston Station and within a short 5-minute stroll of Battlefield Live Torbay. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the indoor tennis court, outdoor tennis court and karaoke as well as access to archery. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and a computer station. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Brixham guest house, attractions include South Devon and Princess Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Churston Station - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Battlefield Live Torbay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Elberry Cove - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Broadsands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • South Devon - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 18 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Trawler Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Three Elms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Squires - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Railway Inn

The Railway Inn offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an indoor tennis court. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

The Railway Inn also features karaoke, a garden, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Brixham guest house is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Railway Inn offers 6 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Karaoke
  • Outdoor tennis court

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Railway Inn?

Yep, The Railway Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Railway Inn?

As of 7 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Railway Inn on 14 June 2026 start from AU$199, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Railway Inn?

Yep, The Railway Inn is a short 19-minute walk from Broadsands Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Railway Inn?

No, The Railway Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Railway Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Railway Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Railway Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Railway Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast was fab and very service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super, friendly polite and efficient. Food was excellent. Room very clean and comfortable. Will definitely recommend and use again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is dated and due to be renovated over the next few months I believe. But even so, it was a pleasant stay and the location perfect for my needs. Bar was lovely and breakfast included is always a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice property, the food options were excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money, great friendly staff and lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rhona

We were made very welcome and the food was lovely. We would stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing so helpful so nice,and the food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr J V

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness of staff, good food on a wide ranging menu
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, comfortable room and freshly cooked breakfast. Very convenient bus service into and around Torbay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & helpful staff. Room a bit tired decor-wise. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, excellent breakfast and friendly host. Would use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great place to stay. The staff are very helpful and friendly and the food was excellent. Rooms are clean and spacious. Lovely stay and have already recommended to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr J V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy bed, good choice of good food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Communal areas were a bit tired, but the room itself was in good condition - clean and comfortable. Food was really nice, and the location was good for local walking and visits. Very friendly staff too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very polite and helpful. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff are lovely, food is great, the facilities are a little tired. Very convenient for bus route into all the towns, very friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They staff is friendly and great. Made suggestions on places to visit. Food at the attached pub was excellent. Room was spacious and bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food very good. Room and bed comfortable if a little tired. Most staff very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed 1 night whilst meeting up with friends nearby. Room was spacious, comfy and had everything we needed. Good choice for breakfast and plenty of it. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very well Fed

The food was excellent, breakfast which was included was enormous, We ate dinner there one night and the food was very good with large portions. Staff were friendly and helpful at all times, for a 3 star hotel i cannot fault out stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay.

Located between Paignton and Brixham, conveniently on a bus route. Helpful staff. Good food. Large, sunny garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good base for Brixham

Good base for Brixham and close to the park and ride. By the steam train so easy to walk across to that. Good restaurant menu and very helpful staff. Was quiet at night. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic mini break

Fantastic mini break. Food was excellent and plenty of it especially the breakfast.Staff were amazing so friendly and helpful. Room was really clean and comfy. Couldnt fault anything with our stay and highly recommend it you will not be disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and none corporate environment. Food was excellent and the Jail ale superb. Staff attentive and polite. Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024