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Abbey Sands Hotel

3.0 star property

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Beach
Indoor pool
Exterior
Food court
Restaurant

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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

Executive Double Room (Inland)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Double Room (Inland)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Inland Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Double Room (Inland)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Superior 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)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Compact Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Located in Torquay City Centre, Abbey Sands Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Princess Theatre and Riviera International Conference Centre. This 46-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, concierge services, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Torre Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Inner Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪TQ Beerworks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rock Garden Cafe Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Appleby's (Heritage Hotel) - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Abbey Sands Hotel

At Abbey Sands Hotel, guests have access to an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is offered for GBP 9 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 9 per day)
  • 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 elevator

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 15 2025 to April 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

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

Is free cancellation available at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Abbey Sands Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Abbey Sands Hotel on Mar 25, 2026 start from $58, 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.

What's there to see close to Abbey Sands Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Torquay City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Torre Abbey Sands, Princess Theatre, and Riviera International Conference Centre. You'll also find Torre Abbey and Inner Harbour less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 9 per day.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Abbey Sands Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from December 15 2025 until April 1 2026 (subject to change).

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, wedding services, and concierge services at this hotel.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Abbey Sands Hotel offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Abbey Sands Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Abbey Sands Hotel?

The closest major airport to Abbey Sands Hotel is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 27 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Abbey Sands Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Abbey Sands Hotel.

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Abbey Sands Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

Abbey Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 897 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 897 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 897 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 897 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 897 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really Comfy Bed Breakfast Was Really Good Staff Very Friendly & Efficient Only Down Side Wallpaper Peeling But With All The Other Things
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel in a great location, room was spotless and bed very comfy. We will be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

MR Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Torquay is lovely even in December and the hotel brilliant as 10 min walk along prom or through park to the Station and 3 mins walk to beach. Room spotless, one of the cleanest I have stayed in, and very comfy bed and recently refurbed very tastefully. A proper hotel with bar restaurant and pool and the feeling of space. Brekky good hot and cold options and warm plates ! Only thing i'd improve would be pots of tea and proper coffee not an urn but thats just being picky . 99% happy which is a rare for me . Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki, North Petherton

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Louise, hungerford

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. Would stay again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fantastic. Very quiet. Bed super comfortable. Great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless modern and had all the space and amenities needed for a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

8/10 Good

alan

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Lovely staff couldn’t do enough for me excellent room, very clean . Swimming pool was great. Didn’t have the breakfast but the pizzas were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

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

6/10 Okay

Jayne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, and the areas were clean, there was a funny smell in the hotel and in our room, probably musty my clothes smelt of it when I got home. The room had plenty of space, very tired and old fashioned, bathroom was clean but again old and needs attention. I do feel sorry for these big old hotels as it must cost to maintain them but they are in a different era now.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Small Pokey and Very Poor Customer Service

Customer Service non existent, too busy having arguments with each other. No help with luggage despite dtairs and knowing we couldn't use lift
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

Huge room, great amenities

Great stay, staff were amazing , the bed was super comfy and everything was clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert ivan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Lovely Break at the Abbey Sands Hotel

The room was clean and tidy and the housekeepers made the room up each day. The breakfast in the restaurant was lovely and pool and hot tub were clean and well maintained. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the abbey sands hotel the room was clean and comfortable the breakfast was very good and the staff where very friendly they were very polite I definitely recommend this hotel to anyone I will definitely be staying there again in the future thank you for your hospitality and making my stay enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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