Abbey Sands Hotel
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About
Welcome to Abbey Sands Hotel
Torquay’s hidden treasure, where coastal charm meets timeless elegance.
Nestled just steps from the beach and overlooking the sparkling waters of Torquay Harbour, Abbey Sands Hotel invites you to unwind in the heart of the English Riviera. Set within its own tranquil garden, this historic hotel blends Victorian grandeur with modern comforts—an ideal base for seaside escapes, family getaways, or relaxed coastal adventures. Guests can also enjoy a daily continental breakfast to start their day.
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Your Stay
Check-in: From 3pm
Early check-in may be requested but cannot be guaranteed. If you arrive before your room is ready, you’re very welcome to store your luggage with us and start enjoying the hotel’s facilities.
Check-out: By 11am
Need a little extra time? Late check-out is available until 1pm for an additional £25—please ask at reception.
Facilities
Please note the outdoor pool is currently closed for the season. The indoor pool will be open from 14th February 2026.
Enjoy complimentary access to our indoor swimming pool throughout your stay—a perfect spot to unwind after a day exploring Torbay.
We’re proud to be dog-friendly. A limited number of pet-friendly rooms are available and must be reserved in advance. Dogs are welcome for an additional charge of £20 per night.
Parking
Parking is available for residents at a discounted rate of £9 per night.
TripAdvisor

- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent189
- Very Good107
- Average56
- Poor34
- Terrible31
Recent Reviews:
- 217bexkVery impressed with service, fab location, spotlessly clean!23/05/2026Only just checked in and we are so very impressed. Good location and outstanding customer service. We have arrived three hours early and Elaine on the desk couldn't do enough for us. Ensured that... Read full review
- Sue QGreat find - fabulous staff30/05/2026Fantastic location and very quiet. Rooms spacious and clean. We chose this hotel as it has some adjoining rooms, perfect for our needs with an elderly, disabled person and teenager. Staff were... Read full review
- Neil BDerby, United KingdomThree night stay for the Torquay Air Show02/06/2026My wife and I booked 3 nights in this property to cover the Torquay air display show. We arrived on the Friday by train and I had already enquired about leaving our bags as we would be earlier than... Read full review
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted
- Pets accepted by arrangement
Facilities
Other
- Free Wi-Fi available
Room / Unit Features
- Free Wi-Fi
Facilities
Room / Unit Features
- Ground Floor Bedrooms Available
Facilities
Key Features
- Groups Welcomed
Facilities
Catering
Establishment Features
- Licenced for alcohol
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site
- Parking On-site or Valet Parking
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Sea Views
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Swimming Pool
Leisure Facilities
- Indoor pool
Facilities
Other
- Free Wi-Fi available
Catering
- Cater for vegetarians
- Local Produce English Breakfast
- Serve breakfast
Children & Infants
- Children's play area
Establishment Features
- Accept coach parties
- Available for wedding receptions
- Beach within 2km
- Broadband Internet Access
- Business facilities
- Central heating throughout
- City Centre Location
- Conference facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Event venue
- Exclusive Use
- Family Friendly
- Garden/patio for guests' use
- Ironing facilities
- Ironing Facilities
- Licenced for alcohol
- Licenced for civil marriages
- Log Fire
- Near coastal path
- Night porter
- Open All Year
- Pets accepted by arrangement
- Real log/coal fires
- Sea Views
- Separate guests' lounge
- Swimming Pool
- Wedding Venue
- Wireless Broadband Internet Access
Key Features
- Accessible
- Celebrity connection
- Family
- Groups Welcomed
- In town/city centre
- Non smoking establishment
- Romantic
- Travelling Through
Leisure Facilities
- Indoor pool
- Other sporting facilities
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- Free Car Parking
- Parking Off Site
- Parking On Site
- Parking On-site or Valet Parking
- Within 1 Mile of a Train Station
Payment Methods
- Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
- All major credit cards accepted
- Cash & Cheque accepted
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Special group rates
- Visa accepted
Room / Unit Features
- Central Heating
- Colour television in all bedrooms
- Colour Television in all units
- Digital TV
- Electric shaver point
- Free View TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fridge
- Ground Floor Bedrooms Available
- Hairdryer in all bedrooms
- Non smoking rooms available
- Radio in all bedrooms
- Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
- Telephone in all bedrooms
- TV in all bedrooms
- WiFi
Specialist Features
- Aim to attract conferences and business meetings
- Christmas/New Year Programme
- Honeymoon Breaks
- Marketed to any other specialist market
- Mobile Phone Reception
- Pets (Proprietors) on premises
- Special provisions for lone female travellers
Travel & Trade
- Free accommodation for coach driver
- Group discounts available
- Packed lunches available
- Room/unit allocations available
- Wi-fi available
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Opening Dates and Times
| 2026 - opening (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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Abbey Sands Hotel
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Abbey Sands Hotel is just off Torre Abbey Sands Beach on Torquay;s seafront. Just follow the signs for the sea front when entering Torquay and turn left into Belgrave Road. We are just a few yards from the beach on the left. For Sat-Nav please use postcode TQ2 5HG.
What's Nearby
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0.07 miles awayThere is something for everyone in our impressive leisure pool. Whether it’s our Swim…
0.1 miles away
One Of Torquay's Longest Standing Gyms With Experienced Instructors And Extensive…
0.16 miles awayDo not touch! is the warning for all visitors to the Potent Plants Garden at Torre Abbey.…
0.18 miles awayAwards are based on quality of management, cleanliness, water quality and other criteria…
0.2 miles awaySnapshot Trips – See Devon Your Way
Self-guided surprise road trips, walking adventures…
0.2 miles awayAn English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Come and enjoy a visit exploring…0.2 miles awayArtizan is an independent, fine art gallery situated on the English Riviera's stunning…
0.2 miles awayTorre Abbey Sands Beach is a beautiful, long sandy beach that runs along the seafront in…
0.25 miles awayWith 3.3million visitors every year, the English Riviera is South Devon’s beautiful bay…
0.24 miles awayDon’t miss the Italian Gardens, which form part of Abbey Park and Meadows. Here you’ll…
0.25 miles awayThe newly created Rifles Garden is located within Kings Garden, on Torquay’s seafront…
0.31 miles awayMerlin Cinemas have relocated to Union Street from Abbey Road
Merlin Cinemas recently…0.32 miles awayLandscaped gardens on the side of the cliff face on Torquay's seafront with stunning…
0.33 miles awayIn 2007 the English Riviera was designated a Global Geopark and is one of just 10 sites…
0.33 miles away
What's Nearby
Abbey Meadows and Gardens is situated on Torquay Seafront. The meadow is a large open…
0.07 miles away
18 Hole Jungle themed adventure golf course. Wind your way through the jungle using your…
0.07 miles awayThere is something for everyone in our impressive leisure pool. Whether it’s our Swim…
0.1 miles awayOne Of Torquay's Longest Standing Gyms With Experienced Instructors And Extensive…
0.16 miles awayDo not touch! is the warning for all visitors to the Potent Plants Garden at Torre Abbey.…
0.18 miles awayAwards are based on quality of management, cleanliness, water quality and other criteria…
0.2 miles awaySnapshot Trips – See Devon Your Way
Self-guided surprise road trips, walking adventures…
0.2 miles awayAn English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Come and enjoy a visit exploring…0.2 miles awayArtizan is an independent, fine art gallery situated on the English Riviera's stunning…
0.2 miles awayTorre Abbey Sands Beach is a beautiful, long sandy beach that runs along the seafront in…
0.25 miles awayWith 3.3million visitors every year, the English Riviera is South Devon’s beautiful bay…
0.24 miles awayDon’t miss the Italian Gardens, which form part of Abbey Park and Meadows. Here you’ll…
0.25 miles awayThe newly created Rifles Garden is located within Kings Garden, on Torquay’s seafront…
0.31 miles awayMerlin Cinemas have relocated to Union Street from Abbey Road
Merlin Cinemas recently…0.32 miles awayLandscaped gardens on the side of the cliff face on Torquay's seafront with stunning…
0.33 miles awayIn 2007 the English Riviera was designated a Global Geopark and is one of just 10 sites…
0.33 miles away







