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Abbey Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Seaside relaxation awaits at this coastal retreat where guests can soak in the spa tub or wander through gardens with ocean views

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Abbey Sands Hotel sits right by the sea, offering a peaceful getaway with its spa tub and indoor pool. The garden and terrace provide beautiful views, while WiFi keeps guests connected in public areas. Past visitors particularly appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is ₩81,613
₩97,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30

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)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 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
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About the neighborhood

Located in Torquay City Centre, a neighborhood in Torquay, Abbey Sands Hotel is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Paignton Beach and Babbacombe Beach, while Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Paignton Zoo are popular area attractions. Riviera International Conference Centre and Princess Theatre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and skydiving nearby. Visit our Torquay travel guide
Map
Belgrave Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5HG

What's nearby

  • Abbey Sands showing swimming, a coastal town and a beach
    Torre Abbey Sands
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Princess Theatre
    Princess Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torre Abbey which includes heritage architecture, a garden and flowers
    Torre Abbey
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Inner Harbour
    Inner Harbour
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Riviera International Conference Centre
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

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

Hotel near Princess Theatre
Located close to Riviera International Conference Centre and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens, Abbey Sands Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, 1 meeting room, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, wedding services, and newspapers in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Other amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

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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John Burton-Race Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. One of the pools will be unavailable from December 15 2025 to April 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

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

As of Mar 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Abbey Sands Hotel on Mar 29, 2026 start from ₩81,613, excluding 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 Abbey Sands Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Abbey Sands Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 9 per day.

What time is check-in at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Abbey Sands Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Abbey Sands Hotel located?

Located in Torquay City Centre, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Princess Theatre and Riviera International Conference Centre. Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Babbacombe Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Torquay Station is 8 minutes by foot and Torre Station is 18 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Abbey Sands Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 901 reviews

Reviews

Verified

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

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

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

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

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
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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

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

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

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

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
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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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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
Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely large family suite with 2 rooms! Also welcomed our well behaved dog. Only issue was that our door didn’t lock from the inside. Overall really pleased with our room and the hotel itself.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely clean room. Delicous breakfast and friendly staff in the front desk. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and spacious and the bed was comfortable. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good stay, the room 309 was clean and the bed was comfortable. Nice breakfast, the hotel is a bit dated but all ok. Well worth the money and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky old building, clean, comfortable. Very friendly and helpful staff. Fair price. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

justina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect. My room also was very clean and quite good size. Missing bar open in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025