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Abbey Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Escape to seaside serenity, where you can unwind by the spa tub or take in breathtaking views from the garden.

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Exterior
Food court
Beach
Library
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Inland Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Double Room (Inland)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Inland)

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Compact Double Room

Compact Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room (Inland)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Inland Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Two Bedroom Family Room (Inland)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room (Inland)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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8.0 out of 10, Very good, (999)
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About the area

Map
Belgrave Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5HG

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 6 min walk
  • Princess Theatre - 6 min walk
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 6 min walk
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 4 min drive
  • Babbacombe Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 8 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Torquay Railway Station - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Loungers Visto Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bull & Bush - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Abbey Sands Hotel

Hotel near Princess Theatre
Located close to Riviera International Conference Centre and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens, Abbey Sands Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and newspapers in the lobby
  • 1 meeting room, wedding services, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 18 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Abbey Sands Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Abbey Sands Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Abbey Sands Hotel located?

Located in Torquay City Centre, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Princess Theatre and Riviera International Conference Centre. Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Babbacombe Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Torquay Station is 8 minutes by foot and Torre Station is 18 minutes.

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Abbey Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 343 out of 816 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 816 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 816 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 816 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 816 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janette

Grand Hotel Torquay
Always a pleasant stay at the Grand
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

The staff were brilliant lovely place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Nice cheap hotel in great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Great hotel within walking distance of the beach. Staff were really friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Lovely location. Helpful staff and good sized rooms Idea for visit to area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Had a lovely stay in the new rooms, very comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

The old fashion decor was very nice would definitely stay again if im in torquay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

meghan

Great stay! Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

A little gem
Very nice place, good price close to beach, nice but small pool, good breakfast choices, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Friendly hotel
Friendly reception, very helpful, close to all amenities, definitely will return & recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Clare

2nd time to stay at this hotel. Rooms are clean and location near to Abbey Sands sea front is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sharron

Brilliant hotel, lovely staff, great food and we had a lovely stay thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Clean, comfortable and quiet room. Great indoor pool and good breakfast choices
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Lovely stay at this hotel, big spacious room with balcony. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Colin

Never stayed at this hotel. Our booking was changed to the Grand hotel. This was done by the hotel chain.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Friendly reception staff. Hotel was clean and room was nice size with big bathroom and big bath. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Was a lovely hotel and it was exactly what I needed after a long day at a festival. Would recommend if you’re in Torquay and need somewhere to lay your head.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

A very good hotel with reasonable rates and friendly staff. With in walking distance of the sea front and theatre. Will definitely use next time I’m in Torquay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Lovely comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Very helpful staff we were able to check in early and also leave bags so we didn’t have to carry them around when we left. Really handy for walk to the town and Princess Theatre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

C

excellent staff and welcome; beautiful position and good price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Perfect stay in Torquay
I had the perfect stay at Abbey Sands. The front desk staff are so friendly and helpful, the cleaning lady is a gem. Everything perfectly clean and comfortable in this quiet hotel in a perfect location. I would definitely choose to stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Hotel was lovely room was very nice and comfortable staff were all very friendly loved the indoor pool and jacuzzi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Excellent stay at Abbey Sands highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

Friendly staff goid breakfast, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024