When you stay at Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Manly Beach and Taronga Zoo. Also, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Luna Park Sydney are within a short drive.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
21 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.9 per cent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1915
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay
A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 27.50 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.9 per cent
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: AUD 100 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Guest House Manly
House Manly
Manly Guest House
Manly Guest House Hostel
Manly Guest House Hotel Manly
Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse Manly
Sandy Bottoms Manly
Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse Manly
Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse Guesthouse
Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse Guesthouse Manly
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of AUD 25 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of AUD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of AUD 27.50 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse and nearby?
Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse has a picnic area.
What's the area around Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse like?
Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse is a short 6-minute walk from Manly Beach and 9 minutes' walk from Manly Wharf.
Sandy Bottoms Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
1 May 2023
The location is great, 1 block from the beach.
There is no A/C. Ok for most days with a cool ocean breeze. Had a record hot spell for 2days, 85F and so a little warm at night
Laurent
Laurent, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
5 Mar 2023
tried to ring several times but no answer
ed
ed, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
19 Dec 2022
Fiona
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Oct 2022
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Aug 2022
Leigh
Leigh, 2-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
6/10 Good
13 Jul 2022
We waited 2 hours before we could get into our room as I didn’t receive the codes need to enter the premises or our room.
It wasn’t flash but was clean & comfortable.
The Manager was very accommodating & helpful in settling us into our room once we eventually gained access.
There wasn’t any toilet paper available so we had to provide our own.
Excellent location, limited timed parking is a bit annoying but we were lucky enough to get a free park out the front or just around the corner.
Jodie
Jodie, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
10 Jun 2022
Room was clean. As there was availability, the property manager kindly upgraded me from a single to double room. But for $220 for one night I would have expected an ensuite. The view of the petrol station was noisy. Might search harder for another next time
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
7 May 2022
Mick
Mick, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
15 May 2021
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Mar 2021
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
6 Mar 2021
Very disappointed with customer service. It was advertised that our room had a private bathroom and got here and there was no private bathroom- it was shared. We paid extra for the private. There was no one on reception due it covid but this was not advertised on any of the booking information.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
18 Feb 2021
It was very untidy , I think the only thing that was cleaned were the bed sheets.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
24 Jan 2021
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
5 Jul 2020
It’s in a good position though parking is difficult. We had to move the car every two hours from 8am. Room is tiny. There were no blankets just a sheet and light cover so we had to keep the heater on all night as it’s the middle of winter. Ok for a quick overnight overall. Like a youth hostel.
Roxanne
Roxanne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
2/10 Poor
10 Jan 2020
Was over charged twice to the sum on nearly $300, every contact number goes to message bank or is ignored.
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2019
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2-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2019
Nice and close to everything. Very clean and quiet.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
6/10 Good
14 Nov 2019
Not a guest house
This accommodation may be listed as a guest house, but it's a youth hostel full of backpackers/communal room and kitchen full of 18-year olds from the UK and Europe. If that's your thing, go ahead and book. If you want to stay in an actual guest house, I'd recommend booking somewhere else.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Nov 2019
Only downside to my stay was other guests being inconsiderate with the noise levels.
Verified traveller
3-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
21 Oct 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Oct 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2019
location....spacious room...facilities suited us...security great....fans...own little fridge...excellent
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
6 Apr 2019
Didn't like requirement to photocopy drivers licence. Known this would not have stayed. Part way to identy theft. Bed collapsed not real happy
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1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2019
So clean. Very friendly lady at check in. Very helpful. Close to the beach. We would 100% stay here again. The place had character and not a standard run of the mill hotel room