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Whitsunday Sands Resort

4.0 star property
Ocean-view motel with a bar/lounge, near Horseshoe Bay Beach

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Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view
On the beach
Resort view
Studio Apartment
Reception
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Your area essentials

Map
2A Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen, QLD, 4805
  • Popular LocationHorseshoe Bay Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowen Golf Course5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKings Beach9 min drive
  • AirportProserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)62 min drive

Room options

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Balcony

Ocean Kitchenette Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26.6 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Resort view

1 Bedroom Deluxe Queen Apartment

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 42.3 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Apartment | View from room

Studio Apartment

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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View from room

Ocean Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26.2 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view

Executive King Apartment

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 Bedroom Deluxe King Apartment | Living area

1 Bedroom Deluxe King Apartment

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Ocean Twin Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 26.2 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Bowen

Whitsunday Sands Resort places you steps from Horseshoe Bay Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Grays Bay. Highlights at this beachfront motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .You can enjoy flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and all 44 rooms feature free WiFi, coffee/tea makers and hairdryers. In-room dining is easy with amenities like fridges, microwaves and room service. Additionally, irons/ironing boards, desks and free toiletries are available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .The café, cafe walking distance, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is available. .With a stay at this 4-property class Bowen motel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Mullers Lagoon Park and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Bowen Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Grays Bay - 2 min walk
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 3 min walk
  • Bowen Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Bowen Harbour - 8 min drive
  • Kings Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Bowen Station - 11 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Sorelle Coffee House - 6 min drive
  • Birds Fish Bar - 8 min drive
  • Red Rooster - 7 min drive
  • Larrikin Hotel Bistro. - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive

About this property

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Ocean-view motel with a bar/lounge, near Horseshoe Bay Beach
Whitsunday Sands Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Whitsunday Sands Resort also features a library, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bowen motel.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Whitsunday Sands Resort offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Bowen motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: AUD 16 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • cafe walking distance
  • Chinese walking distance

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Weekly housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Deck/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.9 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 16.00 for adults and from AUD 16.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.9 per cent

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

As of 14 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitsunday Sands Resort on 19 May 2024 start from AU$163.9, 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 Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Yep, Whitsunday Sands Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Yep, Whitsunday Sands Resort is a short 3-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay Beach.

Does Whitsunday Sands Resort have a pool?

Whitsunday Sands Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Whitsunday Sands Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

No, Whitsunday Sands Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Whitsunday Sands Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 625 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 625 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 625 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 625 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 625 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of my fav little getaways!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular view and interesting bird life.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Another wonderful stay at Whitsunday Sands with Janet going out of her way to help us out with check in early so we could make a family function. Highly recommend this beautiful spot for any occasion
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views & very quiet location. Room was very clean and comfortable & on arrival receptionist was so welcoming Lovely cafe and restaurant within walking distance We will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good so nice i stayd 4 1 more night it was a stuning place well happy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Oshawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property and awesome views. Next time I’ll stay in one of the units facing west to see the sunset. Great people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024