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South Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast

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Exterior
Beach Suite | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Beach Suite | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Beach Suite | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Bolt Head, Salcombe, England, TQ8 8LL
  • South Sands
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • North Sands
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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Dragon

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Yawl | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Yawl

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Optimist | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Optimist

  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Enterprise

  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Salcombe

On the beach.Steps from the hotel, you'll find South Sands and Splat Cove. English Channel and Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • South Sands - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Sands - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sunny Cove - 9 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Gara Rock Beach - 12 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ring 'O' Bells - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Salcombe Dairy Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Creeks End Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fortescue Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

South Sands Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly South Sands Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Salcombe hotel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
South Sands Hotel offers 27 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Salcombe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 19.50 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 12.5 per stay.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 19.50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 12.5 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 06736853

Property is also known as

South Sands Hotel Hotel
South Sands Hotel Salcombe
South Sands Hotel Hotel Salcombe

Frequently asked questions

Does South Sands Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at South Sands Hotel.

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

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Sands Hotel on Jun 11, 2025 start from $319.65, 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.

How close is South Sands Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does South Sands Hotel offer free breakfast?

South Sands Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at South Sands Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at South Sands Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at South Sands Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does South Sands Hotel have a pool?

South Sands Hotel does not have a pool.

Does South Sands Hotel have a restaurant?

South Sands Hotel is home to South Sands Restaurant, which features ocean views, a beachfront location, and brunch.

Does South Sands Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is South Sands Hotel to downtown Salcombe?

South Sands Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Salcombe.

South Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 120 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony

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

Amazing first stay.

Amazing first stay at South Sands Hotel and will be definitely returning. Staff friendly, helpful and good above and beyond, nothing is a problem. Room is amazing, clean, comfortable, amazing views and has everything you need. Food gorgeous. Look forward to our next visit and stay. Thank you for making it wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Room we stayed in is crying out for some maintenance and cleaning - not what you would expect at £180.00 per night - shame really because hotel is quite "posh" but doesn't deliver on overall appearance. Food and drinks not cheap but better quality than room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

Sunday lunch and overnight stay

Fantastic Sunday lunch and overnight stay. Had a late lunch and a very relaxed afternoon looking at the beautiful view before moving to the fireside sofas for an evening of board games, cheese and wine. Fabulous staff, lovely room. Overall a wonderful short break.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, beautiful views. Relaxing atmosphere with friendly and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Bath

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Nice walk into Salcombe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel but a little remote

Great hotel and lovely stay. It is on an estuary along a narrow lane (single track in parts) and nearest town/shops a good 30 minute walk with some extremely steep parts to climb, so not for the less able in my opinion. However, a great spot to visit other pretty places if you dont mind relying on your car daily.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony, MANSFIELD

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beach literally on the doorstep, nice staff, lovely hotel. Good grub. In a secluded and quiet location with clean beach and clear blue water. What more do you?!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely waterfront property - perfect weekend away and with your dog allowed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely situation food was good 😋
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

ANIL

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

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

Lovely hotel, food delicious, staff outstanding

Lovely stay at South Sands hotel. Beautiful room, staff pleasant and very helpful. Food was excellent and the breakfasts were huge. Clean, well presented and comfortable throughout.We took our dog and she was made very welcome! Everyone was friendly and obliging. We will most certainly be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

HILARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rather remote, but all the better for it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

Beautiful escape.

The most beautiful location, with stunning views from he excellent restaurant. Would definitely advise getting a sea view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at the South Sands. Room was comfortable with a huge walk in shower and separate roll top bath. Included breakfast was great and dinner was also very good. Perfect setting on the beach. Had a great free car park. Only fault was sound proofing of the room. Was quite noisy, especially when trying to go to sleep. Luckily we always pack ear plugs so didn’t affect us for long. I had read previous reviews about the roads leading to the hotel but nothing could have prepared me from the nail biting experience when you had to go anywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sea views, clean, comfortable and quiet. The seafood restaurant is excellent, every meal looks colourful and fresh.The staff are always ready to help, excellent service all round. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return many times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

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

Regrettable

No hot water in the hotel which was beyond disappointing, given the fact that I craved the heat after a rainy 19km walk. Most unfortunately, the dining experience was excruciatingly uncomfortable, being forgotten about outside whilst my table in the warmth was given away. What’s the point of attractive decor if you cannot get the basics right?
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, couldn’t have been more helpful. Food very good. Just thought room needed a bit of tiding/painting, bathrooms needed re grouting etc. it didn’t affect our stay, but is top money and except it to be right. We stayed in a sea view room with doors to open but no window to let any air in. So it was the door open which not sure on security of that. And there was no air-conditioning. All in all a lovely place.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chiagoziem

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024