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Whitsunday Sands Resort

4.0 star property
Seafront motel with bar/lounge, near Grays Bay

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Experience the serene coastal landscape with a rocky terrain, turquoise sea, and a tranquil beach.
Enjoy a serene coastal escape with a picturesque view of the sea and lush greenery.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this resort offers stunning views from its two-story building with balconies on each floor.
Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this serene coastal retreat, where a paved pathway leads to the sea.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

Map
2A Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen, QLD, 4805
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bowen Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kings Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Balcony

Ocean Kitchenette Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 26.6 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Resort view

1 Bedroom Deluxe Queen Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 42.3 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Studio Apartment | View from room

Studio Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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View from room

Ocean Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view

Executive King Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 85 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Deluxe King Apartment | Living area

1 Bedroom Deluxe King Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Ocean Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
2 bedrooms
  • 26.2 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Bowen

Whitsunday Sands Resort places you steps from Horseshoe Bay Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Grays Bay. Highlights at this beachfront motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The café, cafe walking distance, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Bowen motel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Mullers Lagoon Park and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Bowen Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grays Bay - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bowen Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bowen Harbour - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kings Beach - 12 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Bowen Station - 11 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Sorelle Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fellows Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Seafront motel with bar/lounge, near Grays Bay
Whitsunday Sands Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Whitsunday Sands Resort also features a library, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bowen motel.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Whitsunday Sands Resort offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Bowen motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: AUD 16 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • cafe walking distance
  • Chinese walking distance

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.9 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 16.00 for adults and from AUD 16.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.9 per cent

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Whitsunday Sands Resort Bowen
Whitsunday Sands Resort
Whitsunday Sands Bowen
Whitsunday Sands
Whitsunday Sands Resort Motel
Whitsunday Sands Resort Bowen
Whitsunday Sands Resort Motel Bowen

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Whitsunday Sands Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

As of 31 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitsunday Sands Resort on 10 Aug 2025 start from NZ$194.38, including 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 parking available at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Yep, Whitsunday Sands Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Yep, Whitsunday Sands Resort is a short 3-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay Beach.

Does Whitsunday Sands Resort have a pool?

Whitsunday Sands Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Whitsunday Sands Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

No, Whitsunday Sands Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Whitsunday Sands Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 726 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 726 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 726 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 726 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 726 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was so close to the beach very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice accomodation on second floor overlooking gardens with a sea view, absolutely stunning. Whole place was clean , staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, walking distance to cafe, rooms are well appointed and clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great weekend stay here, and i have recommended friends and family stay here in years past. The location is also really ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lexie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely awesome place to stay so relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation and awesome outlook
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly reception and felt welcome and clean rooms and great view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and facilities quiet n direct access to a secluded beach , The cafe across the road is inviting serving wholesme food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted by a lovely lady who was very friendly, even gave us beach towels to use prior to check-in. We came to snorkel and were thrilled with the easy walk to horseshoe Bay... In full kit. We saw two types of rays and numerous fish and coral. Also snorkeled directly in front of property where we saw a turtle in the late afternoon. Excellent location, nice private rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach access room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was immaculate, spotless. The view from the balcony was most relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place itself was impeccably clean and well cared for. However the tiles in the pool would benefit greatly from a clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and good outlook.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We arrived from a tropical town which was very hot and humid. We know Bowen is also very and humid, but we also knew swimming in the ocean was no no, because of the stingers at this time of the year. We were very eager to jump into the motel's gated pool but as we climbed in the water was very hot and uncomfortable due to the sun shining on it all day long..why not invest in large sun sails to cover the pool and also the persons in there,and reduce the sun heating up the water. Otherwise it was flour stay was faultless. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location & lovely resort in every way!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025