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The Sands Torquay

4.0 star property
Hotel with a golf course, steps from Torquay Sands Golf Club
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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View from property
65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
Indoor pool
Property grounds
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Friendly staff, spacious rooms

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
2 Sands Boulevarde, Torquay, VIC, 3228
  • Torquay Sands Golf Club
    1 min walk
  • Torquay Beach
    5 min walk
  • Epic Surf School
    18 min walk
  • Geelong, VIC (GEX)
    13 min drive

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban Classic King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 33.8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban Classic Accessible Twin

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 33.8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Golf View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Golf Classic Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 33.8 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban View 2 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • 113.6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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View from room

Golf View 2 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • 113.6 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban Classic Twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 33.8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban View 1 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 79.8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban View Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 67.7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Golf View Junior Suite

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Golf View Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 67.7 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Urban Classic Family

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Golf Classic King

View from room

Golf Classic King

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Golf View 1 Bedroom Suite

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Golf View 1 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 79.8 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Golf Classic Family

View from room

Golf Classic Family

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Torquay

At The Sands Torquay you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Torquay Sands Golf Club and within 30 minutes of Point Impossible Nudist Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a golf course, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Bunker, is open for breakfast and dinner. Shirley's is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym and outdoor tennis court as well as access to golf lessons and a driving range. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Torquay hotel include Bellbrae Estate Winery and Point Addis Marine National Park.

What's nearby

  • Torquay Sands Golf Club - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torquay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torquay Central Farmers Market - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bell's Beach - 17 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 21 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pholklore - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fishos Torquay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪4 Pines Torquay - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sands Torquay

Hotel with a golf course, steps from Torquay Sands Golf Club
The Sands Torquay offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A fitness centre, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Sands Torquay. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Sands Torquay offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Torquay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bunker
  • Bunker
  • Shirley's

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 60

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 90.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 30 for adults and from AUD 30 for children
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 90.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Sands Torquay Hotel
The Sands Torquay Torquay
The Sands Torquay Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sands Torquay?

The Sands Torquay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sands Torquay?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Torquay on 24 Nov 2024 start from AU$229.00, 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.

Is parking available at The Sands Torquay?

Yep, The Sands Torquay has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Sands Torquay?

Yep, The Sands Torquay is a short 5-minute walk from Torquay Beach.

Does The Sands Torquay have a pool?

The Sands Torquay has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Sands Torquay serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sands Torquay?

No, The Sands Torquay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Sands Torquay?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sands Torquay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sands Torquay?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Sands Torquay?

Yep, The Sands Torquay has an 18-hole golf course. A golf driving range, golf lessons, golf carts and golf clubs are also available.

The Sands Torquay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 310 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All of the above! Quiet, Convenient, Clean, Safe, Easy Parking, A View, Ambience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully designed accommodation, gorgeous rooms, clean, spacious. The staff went above and beyond. Special thanks to Tom at reception who wrote a personalised itinerary for us overnight and left it for us at the desk in the morning. Such wonderful, personalised friendly service. All the staff were fantastic too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Now relaxed
Brief but relaxed night away in comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Sands is a very nice accommodation to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay in a great area providing good access to the great ocean road
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff. The concierge was so accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristiano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

JOHN

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good area comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

IRENE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ade

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall experience was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very accommodating and prompt with communication. Room was spacious and had very comfortable sitting chairs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024