Located in Torquay, 1.1 km from Fisherman's beach, The Sands Torquay provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a bar and a tennis court. The hotel features an indoor pool and a concierge service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. The Sands Torquay offers certain rooms with garden views, and every room is equipped with a patio. All units in the accommodation are equipped with free toiletries and an iPod docking station. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Point Impossible Beach is 2.4 km from The Sands Torquay, while South Geelong Station is 20 km away. Avalon Airport is 42 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Torquay

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ben
    Australia Australia
    Great location and the room was super comfortable! We were lucky enough to score an upgrade.
  • Peta
    Australia Australia
    Check in staff excellent. Restaurant very poor. Staff didn’t know items on menu. Our food came out at different times (my husband was nearly finished before I got mine) staff asking if we had entree already ? We did NOT. Table next to us waited...
  • Doreen
    Australia Australia
    Everything, the cleanliness of the bathrooms wasn’t great. It was corrected.
  • Robert
    Netherlands Netherlands
    What a great location, right on the golf course where the kangaroos hop around at sunset. The room was large and clean. Also very friendly and helpful personnel. We’d certainly go there again next time.
  • Anne
    Australia Australia
    The room was excellent and the staff were amazing.
  • Adrian
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful location, it's modern rooms and facilities. Yummy food at the restaurant too.
  • Neil
    Australia Australia
    It is a great location for us with family nearby. The room was comfortable and quiet. The hotel, gym and pool were great for the family to use and the golf facilities were useful for practice, along with the ability to use them hassle...
  • Nicole
    Australia Australia
    The staff were just fantastic. Bed was super comfortable.
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    We loved the location Views over the golf course Great swimming pool Really friendly , helpful staff
  • Rebecca
    Australia Australia
    It's such a lovely place to stay. Lovely hotel staff. Great grounds. Quiet. Good parking. The room was clean and fitted well for my stay.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern

Facilities of The Sands Torquay
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Tennis equipment
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Laptop safe
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator

    Indoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Heated pool
    • Pool/beach towels

    Wellness

    • Fitness classes
    • Fitness
    • Fitness centre

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Sands Torquay takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 22:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about HK$ 480. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 50 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 50 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
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    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    There are only 6 dog friendly rooms available at the location. This is not an available service in all rooms.

    Please call the resort directly to book a Dog-Friendly Room.

    If the room is not titled "Dog-Friendly Room", no pets will be allowed in that room.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.