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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Sands Torquay in Torquay offers family rooms with balconies, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a fitness center, indoor swimming pool, sun terrace, tennis court, and free on-site private parking. Additional services include a fitness room, concierge, and live music. Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves continental, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free breakfasts. Lunch and dinner options feature fresh pastries, warm dishes, and a variety of beverages. Prime Location: Located 26 mi from Avalon Airport, The Sands Torquay is a short walk from Fisherman's Beach. Nearby attractions include Geelong Art Gallery and Geelong Botanic Gardens.

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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


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lisa
    Australia Australia
    We loved the food, the pizza's were amazing, staff were vey friendly
  • Geoff
    Australia Australia
    Everything was as expected including disability access for both accommodation and restaurant.
  • Michael
    United States United States
    We checked in late and rushed to get a quick dinner in bar / restaurant before it closed. Pizza was good. Check in staff very friendly, helpful when our key card did not work (quickly came to room with new key cards.) Overall a very clean...
  • Debra
    Australia Australia
    Everything, was quiet, close to everything, comfortable bed
  • Paul
    Australia Australia
    Large, modern, and clean room. Location also great.
  • Nina
    Australia Australia
    So lovely, clean and the landscape and location is beautiful. Would stay again. The beds were amazingly comfortable - in the Top 2 I’ve slept in!
  • Charles
    Singapore Singapore
    Fantastic facilities, good value for money. Had issues with room wifi and were quickly upgraded to next door room which had working wifi.
  • Jacquelyn
    Australia Australia
    We like the place it’s lovely great atmosphere. The restaurant we had dinner one of the best pork meals I ever had. The place was very clean and our bed and pillows is the most comfortable bed and pillows we had ever we feel like we want to stay...
  • Paige
    United States United States
    Torquay Sands was great, really enjoyed the views of the golf and like the size of the rooms. Comfy beds!
  • Mark
    Australia Australia
    The location was excellent . We didnt have breakfast at the Sands as we were up early sight seeing along the coast

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern

Amenities of The Sands Torquay

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

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

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    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
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

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

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

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

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

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Laptop safe
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Elevator
    • 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

    Spa

    • Fitness classes
    • Fitness
    • Fitness center

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules

    The Sands Torquay takes special requests – add in the next step!
    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about $64. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardEftposCash

    The fine print

    Must-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 ID 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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about The Sands Torquay