The Sands Torquay

4.0 star property
4-star golf hotel near Torquay Sands Golf Club

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Exterior
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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2 Sands Boulevarde, Torquay, VIC, 3228
  • Place, Torquay Sands Golf Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Torquay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Epic Surf School
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Urban Classic - FAMILY

  • Sleeps 4

Golf Classic King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Urban Classic King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Urban View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 859 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Golf View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Golf view
  • 1223 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Golf Classic Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Urban Classic Twin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Urban Classic Accessible Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Urban View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 1223 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Golf View Junior Suite

  • Golf view
  • 729 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Urban View Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 729 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Golf View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Golf view
  • 859 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Golf View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Golf view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Urban View Junior 2 Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Golf Classic Family

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Urban Classic Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Urban View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Urban Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Golf Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Urban Classic Accessible Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Urban View Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Golf View Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Urban View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Golf View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Urban View 2 Bedroom Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Golf View 2 Bedroom Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Golf View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Golf Classic - Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Urban Classic - KING

  • Sleeps 2

Golf Classic - KING

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Steps from the beach.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Torquay Sands Golf Club and 6 miles (10 km) of Bellbrae Estate Winery. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Bell's Beach and Point Addis Marine National Park.

What's nearby

  • Torquay Sands Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Torquay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Epic Surf School - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bell's Beach - 16 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Waurn Ponds Station - 18 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Doc Hughes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fisho's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Torquay Larder - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe El Nido - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Sands Torquay

4-star golf hotel near Torquay Sands Golf Club
The Sands Torquay offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A fitness center, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Sands Torquay. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Torquay hotel is smoke free.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Sands Torquay offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 65-inch 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 coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Fitness classes
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pro golf shop

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 60

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sands Torquay to the airport?

The Sands Torquay is 27.1 mi (39-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sands Torquay?

As of Feb 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Torquay on Feb 22, 2026 start from $133.49, 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.

Does The Sands Torquay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sands Torquay.

How close is The Sands Torquay to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Torquay Beach and 6.9 mi (17-min drive) from Bell's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sands Torquay offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Sands Torquay, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Sands Torquay?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Sands Torquay?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Sands Torquay?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Sands Torquay have a pool?

The Sands Torquay features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Sands Torquay have a restaurant?

The Sands Torquay is home to Bunker, which features light fare.

Does The Sands Torquay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Sands Torquay to downtown Torquay?

The Sands Torquay is 2.1 mi away from Torquay.

The Sands Torquay Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 389 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 590 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel but could be cleaner
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasneem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious and the bathroom smelt nice! Staff were so accommodating and it felt as if you have met them before when it’s your first time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sukhbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nyc place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd or 3rd time staying at The Sands. Rooms are spacious, clean and all the apps on tv(not that you need). The shower is huge but water pressure average. I came back from the beach with so much sand I asked for a sponge to sweep it up in the shower “don’t be silly, housekeeping will take care of you”. The reception staff are amazing. They helped with an injured bird that crawled up to me on the lovely outdoor area looking out at the golf course. All the staff are amazing, from cleaners, reception(Robyn is fantastic). The staff really go above and beyond. Cora and Levi make a terrific coffee in the morning, Jayden on the bar and restaurant in the arvo has expert knowledge of menu and wines. Dan from Italy making the best Pizza that so hot and spicey (I’m gluten free and it had taste!). Always a pleasure to stay but I still ask BRING BACK THE BLT at breakfast! The Fitness space is adequate for a short stay and staff are friendly. I would and will continue to stay here, sometimes it’s a bargain compared to other locations in the area and the amazing service is outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good in every way
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful late rooms, clean and well designed layout. Easy parking, quick check in and out - staff were friendly and efficient. Plenty of dining options in the area and beach just a short stroll.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were lovely and had a great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly and attentive. The room was clean and spacious. We initially planned to stay one night, but decided to stay another night, luckily the room was available and the staff arranged so that we didn’t have to move out and in again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful outlook onto the golf course. Lovely room. Good bistro, meals and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and very helpful staff. Rooms were spacious and clean with a comfortable bed and excellent shower. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location of the room was disappointing as I had paid extra for the Golf view room and was placed on a ground floor room facing the golf course but the views were only of bushes in front of the room. Other from that everything else was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great service, great facilities, will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kah-Lipp

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View overlooking the golf course was great. Reception was so helpful and the restaurant food great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, great view of the golf course. Very quiet area. Staff very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025