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Golf Classic Twin
33.8 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Urban Classic Twin
Room with view
33.8 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Golf Classic King
34 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Urban View 2 Bedroom Suite
Room with view
113.6 square metres
2 King Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Golf View 1 Bedroom Suite
79.8 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Urban Classic King
Room with view
33.8 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Urban View Junior Suite
Room with view
67.7 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Urban Classic Accessible Twin
Room with view
33.8 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Golf View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite
2 King Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Golf View Junior Suite
67.7 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Urban View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite
Room with view
2 King Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Golf View 2 Bedroom Suite
113.6 square metres
2 King Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Urban View 1 Bedroom Suite
Room with view
79.8 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Urban Classic Family
Room with view
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Golf Classic Family
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Upscale golf hotel, walk to Torquay Sands Golf Club

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Pets allowed
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property
24-hour front desk

Located in Torquay, The Sands Torquay is a 1-minute drive from Torquay Sands Golf Club and 6 minutes from Point Impossible Nudist Beach. This upscale hotel is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Bellbrae Estate Winery and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Bell's Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 112 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as an indoor pool or an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this hotel include babysitting and a communal living room.

Enjoy a meal at Bunker or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Babysitting or childcare
  • Lift
  • Fitness facilities
  • Total number of rooms - 112
  • Number of floors - 3
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Golf course on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Free self parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Pro shop
  • Uncovered parking
  • Golf cart
  • Golf clubs (equipment)
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Food and water bowls
  • Litter box
  • Dog exercise area

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas:

Languages spoken

  • English

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Sands Torquay offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. This Torquay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Television
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • In-room safe
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free bottled water
  • Premium TV channels
  • Wireless internet access
  • Cable TV service
  • Free WiFi
  • TV size 65
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Smart TV
  • Number of beds 2
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Wardrobe
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Desk chair

Where to Eat

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Bunker - Onsite café.

Shirley's - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Nearby Things to do

  • Fitness classes on site
  • Golf driving range on site
  • Golf lessons on site

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at anytime

Check-out

Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 90.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 115 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls, an off-leash area and litter boxes are available
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

You need to know

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

No cots (infant beds) available

Pets allowed in specific rooms only

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Debit cards

Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Pets cannot be left unattended

Guest will receive an email before arrival 72 hours

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available for guests

Masks are available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

No gap period between guests' stays

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Guests must provide health documentation

Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination

Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Fees

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 115 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 90.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

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