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Abbey Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with indoor pool, near Princess Theatre

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By the sea, Abbey Sands Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with its spa tub and indoor pool. Enjoy the garden and terrace views or stay connected with WiFi in public areas. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is £71
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Executive Double Room (Inland)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Inland)

A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Double Room (Inland)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a nightstand, and a mirror.

Standard Inland Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Inland) | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), individually decorated

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Inland)

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room (Inland)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

Superior Inland Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Two Bedroom Family Room (Inland)

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a wardrobe.

Standard Two Bedroom Family Room (Inland)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall with a tropical wallpaper.

Compact Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Belgrave Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5HG

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Princess Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torquay Marina - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torre Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 43 min drive
  • Torquay Station - 8 min walk
  • Paignton Station - 12 min drive
  • Torre Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪TQ Beerworks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nexus Games - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rock Garden Cafe Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Abbey Sands Hotel

  • When you stay at Abbey Sands Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Princess Theatre and Riviera International Conference Centre. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking and surfing/body boarding are nearby. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 9 per day)
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An indoor pool
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.50 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 9 per day

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Abbey Sands Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Abbey Sands Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 9 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Abbey Sands Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

What's the area around Abbey Sands Hotel like?

Abbey Sands Hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Torquay Station and 6 minutes' walk from Torre Abbey Sands.

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Reviews

Abbey Sands Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast at this property offers a variety of options and is served in a clean and welcoming environment. (30 reviews)
  • The pool area is a lovely and clean space with a nice size pool and a great jacuzzi. (35 reviews)
  • The hot tub is a lovely addition to the premises, providing a warm and relaxing experience. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff great location Breakfast was great
Sam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, great and helpful staff, big shout out to Rob who booked me in, lovely pool and a very nice stay, thank you.
mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean rooms, well maintained hotel very close to the seafront. Close to all the amenities, so plenty to do. Great staff and totally dog friendly. Lovely place to stay and would stay there again
Phil, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Everything good, breakfast hot very clean room
Janice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in the ideal location was slightly dated could do with a revamp on the rooms but for the price we paid couldn't fault it
nicola, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic stay, the reception staff were so welcoming and helpful,the cleanliness of this hotel is 10/10 i would definitely recommend this hotel and im looking forward to returning in a few months time,thank you Abbey sands
Tammy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Clean and comfortable room.Good central location. Reception staff were very friendly. Communal areas need updating
Judith, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was good and very dog friendly even though it was quiet. Maybe a couple more staff during busy times. Bar choice not amazing but adequate.
Adam, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

found a used tissue down the back of a radiator. The mattress was stained and needs replacing. Smell of tobacco around the hotel. Swimming pool was very good, but the changing room (gents) in the pool area was very dirty. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Price was good.
Darren, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazing!! All the staff were super helpful and so friendly. My room was pretty and I had a great view of the ocean.
Avril, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Only one night out of season. No complaints. It’s a good size hotel with a pool. Close to town and quiet.
Phillip, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Receptionist on arrival was amazing. Super friendly and helpful.
Nic, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I felt this hotel offered great value for money and having access to an indoor pool was a great surprise. The staff were attentive and helpful. The location is great, with Abbey Park, the seafront and bus stops right on the doorstep.
Georgia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Lovely spacious hotel room. Nice pool and jacuzzi.
Lorna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean tidy hotel that looks like it's just been recently updated, the rooms are really nice also has a swimming pool and jacuzzi. The staff were friendly helpful and very attentive. Close to the sea and a 10 minute walk to the town, plenty of places to dine, shop and have a drink. Definitely will be going here again and would recommend this hotel.
Dean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Exactly friendly service and good rooms
Kerri, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was very run down and in need of a really good referb but overall our stay was good. The staff were brilliant and really friendly. We didnt eat so cant comment on that.
Charlotte, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay. Clean room and friendly staff. We stayed at a quieter time of year, so it would be nice to see it in summer.
Sherri, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing as always great staff clean room great amenities comfortable stay
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful and friendly staff Room was excellent especially for the price.
Helen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quick to check in, pay for parking via app. Guest reception extremely helpful. Pool great, hot tub not open when we went. Room fantastic. Lovely decor. Breakfast was hot buffet very nice , had option of hot or cold foods. The bar in evening well stocked, pool table and comfy seating . Will visit and stay at this hotel again.
Teresa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely welcome by staff and the room was clean
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfy bed and pool area was nice
Victoria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, fabulous room & a lovely warm pool & jacuzzi
Nikki, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We could see the sea from our window.Our room was lovely , it was,clean,had everything you would want was spacious and furnished in keeping with the building. The hotel had indoor and outside pool’s,a hot tub and sauna.The bar area,lounge reception and breakfast area were kept exceptionally clean and tidy.All the staff were professional and helpful.
Christine, 3-night trip