Exmouth's Sandy Bay beach has been awarded a Blue Flag for water quality, safety and good management.
Dawlish Warren, Coryton Cove, Teignmouth Town and Ness Cove in Shalton have also earned the internationally-recognised standard - along with four in Torbay.
It's awarded by Keep Britain Tidy.
Work begins on project to rebuild fire-hit Exeter landmark
'This building will be built by us, but it belongs to Exeter'
Car crashes through wall near Exeter Cathedral
One casualty was being treated at the scene
Plymouth community group scoops national award
Project supported by D&C police
Naming streets after famous people could be over in parts of Devon
'Public perception of a deceased person may change over time'
Devon man jailed for escaping lawful custody
Billy Oliver was sentenced to 14 months
