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Abbey Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Babbacombe Beach

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Exterior
Flat-screen TV
Library
Food court
Beach

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Belgrave Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5HG
  • Torre Abbey Sands
    6 min walk
  • Princess Theatre
    6 min walk
  • Riviera International Conference Centre
    6 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    43 min drive

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Inland Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Double Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Inland) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Compact Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Compact Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Double Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Inland Family Room

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Torquay

Torquay City Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Torquay City Centre hotel, you'll find Princess Theatre and Riviera International Conference Centre. Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Babbacombe Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Babbacombe Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

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

3-star beach hotel near Babbacombe Beach
Abbey Sands Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a spa tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Abbey Sands Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star 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 hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

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.

Property 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 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

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
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.

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).

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

How close is Abbey Sands Hotel to the airport?

Abbey Sands Hotel is 27 mi (43-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Abbey Sands Hotel.

How close is Abbey Sands Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Torre Abbey Sands and 13-minute walk from Livermead Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Abbey Sands Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Abbey Sands Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Abbey Sands Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Abbey Sands Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per day.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a pool?

Abbey Sands Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Abbey Sands Hotel to downtown Torquay?

Abbey Sands Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Torquay.

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

10/10 Excellent

meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly hotel
Friendly reception, very helpful, close to all amenities, definitely will return & recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

Hettiarachchige

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely staff, only stayed for one night. Bar man was lovely. Used the facilities that were quite run down and dated but you get what you pay for! Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

CLIFF

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel had a flamboyant grandeur from yesteryear. The indoor pool was great. The room was very spacious. High ceilings. I would say perhaps the general decor could be updated slightly and carpets need cleaning more thoroughly or being updated. We didnt eat there so cant comment. The reception staff were really friendly and accommodating. Overall a nice stay in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stay
Was ok thank you reasonably priced hotel is dated and needs a lift
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
Executive room was larger than expected with sofa. Large bathroom and large comfortable bath.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and staff
2nd visit to this hotel. All staff are so helpfull and friendly. Room 103 was gorgeous with quality furnishings. Didnt have time to use inside nor outside pools but looked very inviting. A short flat stroll to the the theatre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Asaf

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the arrival reception was not familiar with the booking we had made The hotel did not have lift/ elevator. The staff at the reception was very much confused.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room, comfy beds, little dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff Especially 👌👍
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayant

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was impeccable, very clean and breakfast was amazing. Special mention to the Peter for his friendly response.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with family
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
It was overall a good stay. Had an issues with a fire alarm going off on the first evening but resolved the next day. Can’t fault their customer service and made and our dog feel very welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Megan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not the best
There was a collection of toe nails in the bathroom and by the bed when we checked in. These were not picked up by house keeping at all and remained throughout our 3 night stay. The bathroom also had a lot of hair/dust around particularly the edges of the floor. The bed had quite a few hairs in on arrival too which we had to pick out. The bathroom door handle was falling off so we could not shut the door. There were also a lot of dirty marks/stains on the door making you not want to touch it. House keeping woke us up VERY loudly shouting at each other down the corridors at 8:30am and tried to come in our room at this time each day (including checkout day?). We felt this was quite early for the weekend. The floorboards throughout were VERY noisy, which I realise that cannot be helped in an old building and wouldn't have been an issue, but the rooms were really not sound proof so you could hear everything. We are heavy sleepers but we were kept awake/woken every night by this and other noise, along with noisy neighbours jumping around. We did not sleep well at all during the 3 nights. Our bathroom sink was blocked and not draining on arrival, and also black bits were coming out of our tap - we reported this and it was fixed. The front doors were left unlocked at night for anyone to walk in, but no staff around. Anyone could have accessed the reception & computer. Slightly worrying, especially as they took your card details and saved on the computer at check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024