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Abbey Sands Hotel

Torquay , Belgrave Road (Show on Map)

7.7

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Summary of reviewsAbbey Sands Hotel is a traditional seaside hotel that offers stunning views from its bedrooms and is well-placed for easy access to the beautiful Strandnähe area. The hotel's location is ideal for exploring the promenade, the beach and restaurants, making it perfect for those looking for a lovely location to stay in Torquay with easy access to local travel amenities. While the breakfast received mixed reviews, many guests found it to be good with a varied and plentiful selection of food. The hotel's rooms have received mixed reviews with some praising them for being spacious, lovely, clean and comfortable, while others have had a negative experience due to dated or dirty carpets, uneven floors, marks on walls and outdated decor. The hotel is well-loved for its exceptional staff that go above and beyond for their guests, making their stay a warm and welcoming experience. The hotel offers both indoor and outdoor swimming pools with the outdoor pool being a great addition for guests during good weather. The hotel is family-friendly with spacious 2-bedroom family rooms and a children's play area. While some guests had mixed feedback on the beds, guests generally enjoyed their stay in the large, lovely rooms with lots of amenities like tea, coffee and fresh towels. Overall, Abbey Sands Hotel provides good facilities and services that are sure to meet your needs during your stay.
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Room Types

Standard Twin Room An en suite bathroom, a TV, and tea/coffee making facilities feature in this room.

Standard Family Room An en suite bathroom, a TV, and tea/coffee making facilities feature in this room. This room may accommodate an extra child upon prior arrangement and charges may be applicable.

Executive Double Room An en suite bathroom, a TV, and tea/coffee making facilities feature in this room.

Superior Double Room An en suite bathroom, a TV, and tea/coffee making facilities feature in this room.

Superior Family Room An en suite bathroom, a TV, and tea/coffee making facilities feature in this room.

Two-Bedroom Family Room An en suite bathroom, a TV, and tea/coffee making facilities feature in this room.

Standard Double Room This double room features a TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Compact Double The double room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath and a shower. This double room offers an electric kettle and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

7.7

Good

Location

Abbey Sands Hotel is a traditional seaside hotel that is well-placed for easy access to the beautiful Strandnähe area, making it the perfect hotel in a great location. The hotel offers stunning views from its bedrooms and guests can park directly in front of the door. The location is ideal to explore the promenade, the beach and restaurants. Although some guests found the hotel a little out of the way, the general consensus is that it is in a fantastic location, just a short walk down to the seafront with excellent public transport access. Some guests did report that car parking can be a problem. However, being right next to the seafront is an attractive advantage to the hotel; the location is amazing. This property is perfect for those looking for a lovely location to stay in Torquay with easy access to local travel amenities.

Breakfast

Travellers seem to have mixed feelings about the breakfast at Abbey Sands Hotel. Some guests found the breakfast to be a great tradition, brilliant, delicious and stunning, while others found it to be cold, average, poor and bad. However, many others found the breakfast to be very good with plenty of choice, including a full cooked breakfast or continental. The staff was described as super helpful, but poor breakfast service was also mentioned, such as no milk for cereal and no cups for hot drinks. Some guests would have liked to see more fruit at breakfast. Overall, many guests found the breakfast to be good with a varied and plentiful selection of food. However, some mentioned that the tables were not cleared or cups and dirty plates were left on tables. Nevertheless, breakfast at Abbey Sands Hotel is included in some room rates, providing good value for money.

Rooms

Abbey Sands Hotel's rooms have received mixed reviews from guests. While some reviewers praise the rooms for being spacious, lovely, clean and comfortable, others have had a negative experience due to dated or dirty carpets, uneven floors, marks on walls and outdated decor. Another issue mentioned is noisy and creaky floors. However, most guests noted amenities such as tea and coffee facilities and complimented the cleanliness of rooms. Some rooms have been recently refurbished and some offer beautiful views. The hotel offers options for families with two-room suites, but regular double rooms have been critiqued as small with uncomfortable beds. The hotels' breakfast is also recommended.

Beds

Guests of Abbey Sands Hotel have a variety of opinions on the beds with some describing them as very comfortable and others finding them not to their liking. A few guests did mention that the beds were not standard double size, however, most commented positively on the comfort. Some guests thought the beds were on the harder side, while others found them very comfy. Despite some mixed feedback on the beds, guests generally enjoyed their stay in the large, lovely rooms with lots of amenities like tea, coffee and fresh towels.

Cleanliness

The Abbey Sands Hotel is situated in an ideal location, close to the city centre and all amenities. Guests rave about the helpful and friendly staff who keep the hotel spotlessly clean with fresh towels and clean rooms daily. However, some guests noted the tired decor and the need for maintenance in some areas of the hotel. Others complained of dirty chairs in the dining area, dirty carpet in some rooms and the indoor pool area in desperate need of an upgrade. Despite these grievances, the majority of guests found the hotel to be very welcoming, comfortable and clean all round.

Staff

The Abbey Sands Hotel is well-loved for its exceptional staff that go above and beyond for their guests. Many guests commented on the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, making their stay a warm and welcoming experience. Some guests even mentioned specific staff members who stood out, such as Elaine on reception and Tom who has been there every year. The hotel has a clean and elegant atmosphere, which is elevated by the hospitable nature of the staff. Their efforts were commended, even by those who found the hotel understaffed. Guests felt welcomed and at ease thanks to the attentive and accommodating staff. All in all, the Abbey Sands Hotel prides itself on having a brilliant team who make guests feel at home.

Pool

The Abbey Sands Hotel offers both indoor and outdoor swimming pools with the outdoor pool being a great addition for guests during good weather. The facilities offer a great touch with free bottled water around the pool, alongside lovely gardens for guests to enjoy. The indoor pool is a good size, but some guests found it a bit too hot, while others thought it needed refurbishment. The Jacuzzi also needed some attention. The outdoor pool, while kept clean, was closed early or opened late. Some guests found the surroundings of the indoor pool to be unattractive and dated. However, guests loved the swimming pool, stating it was great and lovely for the children. While some guests were disappointed with the unattended outside swimming pool and scaffolding in the area, they could use the pool facilities of the hotel's sister location. Overall, guests enjoyed the use of the pool facilities during their stay at the Abbey Sands Hotel.

Beach

The Abbey Sands Hotel boasts a fantastic location close to the town centre and seafront, making it the perfect choice for beach lovers. Guests can enjoy easy access to the beach with many describing it as just a short walk away. From some of the rooms, guests can even see the seafront, adding an extra touch of seaside charm to their stay. The hotel is ideally situated in Strandnähe, making it a great location for those looking to soak up the sun and enjoy the beach. With the beach being just a five-minute walk away, this hotel offers an amazing location that is not to be missed.

Family

If you're looking for a hotel that caters to both couples and families, the Abbey Sands Hotel comes highly recommended. With spacious 2-bedroom family rooms, like room 101 which is perfect for families of 3 or 4 and even allowing dogs, it's clear that this hotel is designed with families in mind. Reviews note that the hotel has a children's play area, although it was unfortunately broken during some stays. However, the pool was a definite hit among kids, both indoor and outdoor. The staff were particularly welcoming to children, even towards a 2-year-old daughter, making it feel like a family-friendly environment. Overall, travelers found Abbey Sands Hotel to be a well-located, friendly base for a weekend break, allowing both parents and kids to relax and enjoy their vacation.

3 Star

Abbey Sands Hotel is a great option if you're looking for excellent value on your stay. The hotel may be rated as a 3 star, but it definitely feels like it's worth more than that. Some guests did mention that the hotel is a little dated and tired, but overall it still makes for a nice and comfortable stay. It's important to note that getting the right room is key, as some guests had a great experience while others found the hotel to be passable or not up to modern standards. Nevertheless, Abbey Sands Hotel provides good facilities and services that are sure to meet your needs during your stay.

Outdoor Pool

The Abbey Sands Hotel boasts both indoor and outdoor pool facilities with guests describing the outdoor pool as a lovely addition to the gardens. The good size of the pool was praised, as well as its warm temperature. However, some guests noted that the pool was closed for maintenance on the only sunny day during their stay. Additionally, a few reviews mentioned that the outdoor pool was out of order. Despite this, many guests loved the outdoor swimming pool and found it to be a great feature of the hotel.

Indoor Pool

The Abbey Sands Hotel boasts a good size, lovely addition of an indoor pool for guests to enjoy, particularly when the weather is not favourable out in the UK. However, some guests have commented that the pool surroundings could do with a refresh in terms of retiling and repainting as they are looking a bit tired. Additionally, a few guests noted that the inside pool area does need a deep clean and some urgent upgrades are required in order to make it feel less dirty, such as better maintenance of the jacuzzi. Some reviewers pointed out the deficiencies of the dated, dark decor which is in poor repair. Despite this, some guests described the indoor pool as great, while others mentioned that both indoor and outdoor pools are available to enjoy.

Yes, Abbey Sands Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Abbey Sands Hotel.

Yes, Abbey Sands Hotel welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Abbey Sands Hotel.

Yes, Abbey Sands Hotel has a gym.

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