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The Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Beach/ocean view
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View (Room 6)
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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32 Sands Rd, Paignton, England, TQ4 6EJ
  • Paignton Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Torre Abbey Sands
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Double King size, Sea View

Double King size, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View (Room 6)

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View (Room 6)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 2)

Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 2)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 8)

Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 8)

Classic Double Room, Sea View (Room 8)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room (Room 7)

Single Room (Room 7)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Sea View (Room 9)

Family Room, Sea View (Room 9)

Family Room, Sea View (Room 9)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room (Room 4)

Family Room (Room 4)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Ground Floor (Room 1)

Deluxe Twin Room, Ground Floor (Room 1)

Deluxe Twin Room, Ground Floor (Room 1)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Single Room (Room 3)

Single Room (Room 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room (Room 11)

Twin Room (Room 11)

Twin Room (Room 11)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View (Room 5)

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View (Room 5)

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View (Room 5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Paignton

The Sands Hotel places you steps from Pirates Bay Adventure Golf and within a 10-minute stroll of Geoplay Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and luggage storage. Plus you'll find a snack bar/deli and a front desk safe. Each morning full breakfast is served between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Roundham hotel, you'll be 22 km (13.7 mi) from Dartmoor National Park.

What's nearby

  • Paignton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Goodrington Sands Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paignton Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Princess Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 9 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Talk of the Town - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costero Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spinning Wheel Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scoffs - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Sands Hotel

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Sands Hotel also features a terrace and a front desk safe. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Paignton hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Sands Hotel offers 11 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 19-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 8.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 7.50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: from approximately GBP 8.50 for adults and from GBP 4.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

The Sands Hotel Hotel
The Sands Hotel Paignton
The Sands Hotel Hotel Paignton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sands Hotel?

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

Is parking available at The Sands Hotel?

Yep, The Sands Hotel has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Sands Hotel?

Yep, The Sands Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Paignton Beach.

Does The Sands Hotel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at The Sands Hotel, but Splashdown Quaywest is a short 13-minute walk away.

Does The Sands Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sands Hotel?

No, The Sands Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sands Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Sands Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Pirates Bay Adventure Golf is a short 2-minute walk away.

Reviews

The Sands Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Grant

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No breakfast available for one of the days. Room was a bit dated but clean and comfortable, staff were helpful and friendly, location was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The couple that runs it very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A friendly family atmosphere made my stay at the Sands Hotel in Paignton vwry enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price. Friendly owners / staff. Very hospitable. Excellent breakfast. Had sea view room which was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly couple running the Hotel. I arrived at 13.30 by train. I didn't want to haul my luggage around until the 15.00 check-in time so I went straight to the hotel to ask if I could leave it there and call back to check-in. My room was ready so I didn't have to wait at all. I thoroughly enjoyed my long weekend break
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. Very clean. Comfortable bed. Great view of the water. Generous supply of body products. Limited parking. No lift and stairs could be an issue for some.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENEAL JUNE

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

Stay here it is great

This is a really good hotel to stay in, the host is lovely and will do anything for you, the room is clean and lovely, it’s right near the sea and there are loads of places to eat.. This hotel really cares about its guest.. highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

A fabulous and recommended place to stay

We had a 3 night stay, along with other family members staying 2 nights. The hotel is very conveniently located, close to the sea front and amenities in Paignton. Our room was so comfortable and homely, absolutely spotlessly clean. The welcome from the hosts was so friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble throughout our stay and the communication was good from booking to leaving. We would certainly be sure to book again when visiting the area.Our choice for booking this hotel was made on previous good reviews and we would certainly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

A lovely weekend away.

This hotel is in a great location, right next to the beach. The rooms were clean and comfortable for our weekend stay. There isnt much parking at the hotel, only 2 cars could park at the front. Thankfully we found street parking at the back of the hotel, but it was very busy. Overall it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing really to dislike, my room was exceptionally clean and my bed was very comfortable, only issue I had was with the shower, had to run it for quite along time before the water would heat up, but everything else was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host was friendly and nothing was too much trouble, fantastic views from our room , perfect location to walk to harbour. Town or goodrington , very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joannie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Lovely hotel very friendly and in a good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dave

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very relaxing holiday. 7 night stay. Hotel is on the sea front, close to the shops and train station for the steam train. I had no issues with parking but you can get blocked in on the back carpark. The hotel and room was clean and comfortable. Slept well. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. Good value. I would visit here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justyna

Thank you soo much to Marzena and Shazh for an amazing stay.They made me feel at home.I will be back very soon:) They are an excellent hosts😁.Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Maggie

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Lovely place not easy to find. One bed room very good value but shower did not produce hot water. I tried running hot tap in bathroom as advised until got hot water and ran shower for another 10 mins but no hot water produced. When turning on hot water tap in shower no water produced firm tap so I left note for people to repair shower tap or repair hot water pipe into shower……….
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people who were willing to do anything to make it a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room fantastic view everything clean lovely and very kind hostess would love to come back again ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria

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

Birthday holiday break

We turned up early and told the owner would it be ok if we could stay parked around the back and check in later at 3pm. It was no problem we checked in there and then because the room was ready,was lovely and friendly person.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024