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The Sands Torquay

4.0 star property
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Indoor pool
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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2 Sands Boulevarde, Torquay, VIC, 3228
  • Place, Torquay Sands Golf Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Torquay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Epic Surf School
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪48 min drive‬
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Urban Classic - FAMILY

  • Sleeps 4

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Golf Classic King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban Classic King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Golf View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Golf view
  • 114 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Golf Classic Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban Classic Twin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban Classic Accessible Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 114 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Golf View Junior Suite

  • Golf view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban View Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Golf View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Golf view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Golf View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Golf view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Golf Classic Family

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban Classic Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Urban View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Urban Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Golf Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Urban Classic Accessible Twin

  • Sleeps 2

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Urban View Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Golf View Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Urban View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Golf View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Urban View 2 Bedroom Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Golf View 2 Bedroom Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV

Golf View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Golf Classic - Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Urban Classic - KING

  • Sleeps 2

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Golf Classic - KING

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

The Sands Torquay

Along with a golf course, this smoke-free hotel has an indoor pool and a restaurant. Self parking is free. Additionally, a fitness centre, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Sands Torquay offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Torquay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including an outdoor tennis court. In addition to an indoor pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Sands Torquay's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Torquay Sands Golf Club. Free self-parking, an indoor pool and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and a lift
  • On-site recreation includes a golf course, an outdoor tennis court and a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Torquay Sands Golf Club and 11 minutes by car from Bellbrae Estate Winery
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
The Sands Torquay offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A fitness centre, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Sands Torquay. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Torquay hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Bunker – This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner and light fare.
Shirley's – On-site brasserie. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Bunker – This bar serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bunker
  • Bunker
  • Shirley's

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Fitness classes
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pro golf shop

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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: AUD 100 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 full breakfast: from approximately AUD 35 for adults and from AUD 20 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 100 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Sands Torquay Hotel
The Sands Torquay Torquay
The Sands Torquay Hotel Torquay

The Sands Torquay Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 636 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 636 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 636 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 636 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 636 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful on check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, courteous staff, nice location (NB Not close to centre but that was ok for us).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was great. Restaurant was disappointing - couldn't get a simple takeout meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW, MALVERN EAST

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

glenice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of above
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jasman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely professional and friendly Rooms great 5 star My daughter did cut her foot quite badly whilst in the pool … not sure how that could happen if pool was compliant. if you can please ensure this is investigated to ensure no further occurrences thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good view from balcony over golf course. Italian pop up restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, big, better in real life than the pictures
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kira

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely big room with nice view out over the golf course. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny Alan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sutharshini

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was ok. But furnitures felt a bit worn. Food options were limited.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonella

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Almas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with well appointed rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Sands Torquay for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and it was such a lovely experience. We had a golf course view, which was beautiful to wake up to — and we even got to see kangaroos just chilling on the course, which felt so special and very Aussie. The room was spacious, clean, and really comfortable, perfect for a relaxed holiday stay. On Christmas Day, the team surprised us with a stocking filled with little treats, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the day feel extra special. Overall, it was a peaceful, welcoming, and memorable Christmas stay. We felt very looked after and would absolutely stay again. 🎄✨
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff. Great comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025