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Abbey Sands Hotel

3.0 star property

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A coastal town with a sandy beach, a Ferris wheel, and a boat on the water.
A restaurant with a covered patio, large windows, and dark wooden tables and chairs.
A corner room with a red sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chair. There are two windows with curtains.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a wooden ceiling, and a sign indicating a pool depth of 1.4 meters.
A large, multi-story building with a white facade, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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Belgrave Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5HG
  • Place, Torre Abbey Sands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Riviera International Conference Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Double Room (Inland)

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

View all photos for Standard Inland Family Room

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)

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

View all photos for Superior Inland Family Room

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

View all photos for Compact Double Room

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

About the area

Torquay

At Abbey Sands Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Princess Theatre and Riviera International Conference Centre. Highlights at this beach hotel include an indoor swimming pool. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Torquay City Centre hotel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Babbacombe Beach.

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

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Abbey Sands Hotel

Abbey Sands Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Abbey Sands Hotel also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victorian Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
Abbey Sands Hotel offers 46 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 9 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

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 lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 9 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Grosvenor Hotel Torquay
Grosvenor Torquay
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John Burton-Race Restaurant Rooms Hotel Torquay
John Burton-Race Restaurant Rooms Hotel
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John Burton-Race Hotel Torquay
John Burton-Race Hotel
John Burton-Race Torquay
John Burton Race Restaurant with Rooms
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The Richardson Group
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Abbey Sands Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Abbey Sands Hotel?

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Abbey Sands Hotel on 14 Aug 2026 start from AU$112, 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 Abbey Sands Hotel?

Yep, Abbey Sands Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 9 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Abbey Sands Hotel?

Yep, Abbey Sands Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Torre Abbey Sands. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a pool?

Abbey Sands Hotel has an indoor pool.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Abbey Sands Hotel?

No, Abbey Sands Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Abbey Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 947 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 947 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 947 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 947 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 947 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Avril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one night out of season. No complaints. It’s a good size hotel with a pool. Close to town and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room.friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Receptionist on arrival was amazing. Super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Lovely spacious hotel room. Nice pool and jacuzzi.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly friendly service and good rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, though older, clean & very spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. Would stay again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing as always great staff clean room great amenities comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful and friendly staff Room was excellent especially for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed and pool area was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome by staff and the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, fabulous room & a lovely warm pool & jacuzzi
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a lovely town and a great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price the room was fantastic, clean warm and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness
The room and facilities were spotless and the staff were courteous and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, lovely friendly staff, clean rooms. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was small, but I did book a cosy double as only for one night. Bathroom was dated but clean. Main problem was that the room was incredibly noisy. It was overlooking the main road and also some kind of banging (heating unit?) continued throughout the night. It was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
As always a lovely stay unfortunately on the last day before we left there was no water or heating but there had been a storm the night before other than that excellent as always
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026