Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Outdated decor
Low shower pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
Numerous reviews highlight cleanliness, but some mention issues with outdated decor.
Service
8.76
The staff are frequently described as friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Location
9
Most reviews commend the excellent location with beautiful sea views.
Room Quality
7.95
While many rooms are comfortable, a few reviews note they could use updates.
Amenities
7.48
Basic amenities mentioned, but some negative sentiments about specific functions like shower pressure.
Value for Money
8.44
Reviews suggest overall good value for the price point.
Food and Beverage
8.49
Consistently mentioned as positive, particularly the breakfast was highlighted.
Overall Experience
8.26
General sentiment indicates a very pleasant overall stay despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:19

Property Description

Beach Proximity
Situated just 300 metres from Paignton Beach, The Sands Hotel offers the perfect seaside retreat with easy access to Goodrington Sands Beach and Preston Sands Beach within walking distance.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at The Sands Hotel features modern amenities such as a desk, private bathroom, and flat-screen TV. Some rooms even boast a patio with stunning sea views, providing a peaceful and relaxing stay for guests.

Entertainment and Leisure
Guests can enjoy a game of billiards or table tennis at the 4-star hotel, perfect for those looking for some recreational fun during their stay.

Ready to experience a beachfront getaway with top-notch amenities and entertainment options? Book your stay at The Sands Hotel now.

Important information:

Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, breakfast is not included in some room rates.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 598 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 8.76
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 7.48
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 8.49
Overall Experience: 8.26
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Marcos • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Location was perfect, less than a minute to the sea. Car parking was free, bonus. Because up the road in another hotel, it was £15 a night.
Hosts were amazing, very nice people, made our stay so much better.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • solo_traveller • gb
1
Bed bugs
Pros:

That it was near beach

Cons:

Because I told them there was bed bugs on the bed and carpet they got angry using threatening behaviour towards me . They tried to claim it wasn't there fault that the seagulls carry them to the window and they come in.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • gb
8
Relaxing hotel warm and friendly staff great location
Pros:

Very friendly staff nothing too much, perfect location, decor a little dated however comfortable, free car park too, will definitely visit again

Cons:

A little old fashioned decor

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
8
Loved the location and bonus of free parking
Pros:

Great location, comfortable room

Cons:

Rooms were a little dated they could do with modernising

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Sheila Bowers • family_with_children • gb
8
Holiday break
Pros:

Hosts were very helpful and accommodating
Fantastic breakfast and service
The view was amazing
Would go back again

Cons:

No proper wardrobe

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
L
Lesley • couple • gb
10
It was very central
Pros:

We didn’t have breakfast

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
5
Ok we asked for a bulb for bathroom it didn’t work and was not done. The room was not cleaned or refreshed with coffee a
Pros:

The position close to every thing

Cons:

Very old decor and equipment

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Its no an hotel its a guest house

Cons:

Could of tidyed the rooms daily with clean towels

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Wood • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

The sea view was lovely and was a short distance walk to beach and amenities

Cons:

The hotel did not have a lift and was very hard work getting luggage up to top floor of hotel using 4 flights of stairs , also the fact it did not offer evening meals and the bar was only open on demand. The noise from the sea view room was very annoying ,due to motobikes late at night

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Jo • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Weronika • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very well looked after hotel by lovely staff.
Pros:

The location was great, there was 24hr access given so lots of freedom, easy parking, the staff were always lovely to speak too.

Cons:

Could do with more soundproofing as we accidentally made noise coming back late one night.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
A
Ann • extended_group • au
10
Great location and friendly staff
Pros:

Staff friendly and helpful, we had a very large vehicle and they allowed us to park at the rear. Great location

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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janita • couple • gb
8
It was a short stay for us we would definitely recommend it
Pros:

Lovely owners, everything there we needed. Great location to the town centre. We weren’t due to get in the room till afternoon we arrived 3 hour early and we were welcomed and the room was ready for us.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Very friendly and clean. Also, a good location.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
6
The Sands - good for regulars
Pros:

The location was good & the room was a good size for a single.

Cons:

The attitude of the owner, I felt I was being treated second to the large group & I was told "well they're regulars".

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
Excellent location...
Pros:

What we liked;
Location excellent
Access to ground floor room esp as mobility issues
Bed very spacious/comfortable
All very clean
Tea/Coffee plentiful, nice biscuits
Breakfast plentiful very good.

Cons:

On arrival, some confusion regarding communication requests of double bed not singles/front parking space due to mobility problems. Though these issues were immediately dealt with, and sorted, also offering free breakfast as an apology. Excellent customer service and we had a lovely stay many thanks 😊

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
C
Clarke • family_with_children • gb
10
Really good
Pros:

Location

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Young • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, friendly owners

Cons:

Limited car space, nothing else

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee