Abbey Sands Hotel sits right by the sea, offering a peaceful getaway with its spa tub and indoor pool. The garden and terrace provide beautiful views, while WiFi keeps guests connected in public areas. Past visitors particularly appreciate the attentive staff.
Located in Torquay City Centre, a neighbourhood in Torquay, Abbey Sands Hotel is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Paignton Beach and Babbacombe Beach, while Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Paignton Zoo are popular local attractions. Riviera International Conference Centre and Princess Theatre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and skydiving nearby. Visit our Torquay travel guide
Belgrave Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5HG
What's nearby
Torre Abbey Sands
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Princess Theatre
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Torre Abbey
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Inner Harbour
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Riviera International Conference Centre
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Torquay Station
8 min walk
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
43 min drive
Restaurants
TQ Beerworks
3 min walk
McDonald's
10 min walk
Pier Point
6 min walk
Rock Garden Cafe Bar
14 min walk
Appleby's (Heritage Hotel)
3 min walk
About this property
Abbey Sands Hotel
Hotel near Princess Theatre
Located close to Riviera International Conference Centre and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens, Abbey Sands Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
An indoor pool
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
A front desk safe, 1 meeting room and concierge services
Smoke-free property, wedding services and newspapers in the reception
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
More amenities include:
Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 per person
Things to do
Indoor pool
Family friendly
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
Conference space
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
3 floors
Smoke-free property
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Electric kettle
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special 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
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 15 2025 to April 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
One of the swimming pools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person
Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 9 per day
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Property is also known as
Grosvenor Hotel Torquay
Grosvenor Hotel
Grosvenor Torquay
Abbey Sands Hotel Torquay
Abbey Sands Torquay
Abbey Sands
The Richardson Group
Abbey Sands Hotel Hotel
Abbey Sands Hotel Torquay
Abbey Sands Hotel Hotel Torquay
Frequently asked questions
Does Abbey Sands Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. One of the swimming pools will be unavailable from December 15 2025 until April 1 2026 (dates subject to change).
How much does it cost to stay at Abbey Sands Hotel?
As of 18 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Abbey Sands Hotel on 29 Mar 2026 start from HK$385, 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.
Is Abbey Sands Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, Abbey Sands Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Abbey Sands Hotel?
Self-parking is available for GBP 9 per day.
What time is check-in at Abbey Sands Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Abbey Sands Hotel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Abbey Sands Hotel located?
Located in Torquay City Centre, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Princess Theatre and Riviera International Conference Centre. Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Babbacombe Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Torquay Station is 8 minutes by foot and Torre Station is 18 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Abbey Sands Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 898 reviews
10 - Excellent
391
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 898 reviews
8 - Good
315
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 898 reviews
6 - Okay
120
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 898 reviews
4 - Poor
41
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 898 reviews
2 - Terrible
31
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Charlotte
13 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very run down and in need of a really good referb but overall our stay was good. The staff were brilliant and really friendly. We didnt eat so cant comment on that.
Lovely clean tidy hotel that looks like it's just been recently updated, the rooms are really nice also has a swimming pool and jacuzzi.
The staff were friendly helpful and very attentive.
Close to the sea and a 10 minute walk to the town, plenty of places to dine, shop and have a drink.
Definitely will be going here again and would recommend this hotel.
Dean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine
12 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We could see the sea from our window.Our room was lovely , it was,clean,had everything you would want was spacious and furnished in keeping with the building.
The hotel had indoor and outside pool’s,a hot tub and sauna.The bar area,lounge reception and breakfast area
were kept exceptionally clean and tidy.All the staff were professional and helpful.
Really good stay, the room 309 was clean and the bed was comfortable. Nice breakfast, the hotel is a bit dated but all ok. Well worth the money and would stay again.
Clive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael
8 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really Comfy Bed Breakfast Was Really Good Staff Very Friendly & Efficient Only Down Side Wallpaper Peeling But With All The Other Things
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
27 Oct 2025
Lovely staff couldn’t do enough for me excellent room, very clean . Swimming pool was great. Didn’t have the breakfast but the pizzas were amazing
Our room was lovely clean and comfortable and the Bathroom was like new. Staff were very helpful even supplying us with glasses and ice. Breakfast was self-service plenty of choice. Good location close to beach bus stops and only a short walk to bars and restaurants
Janice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
David
1 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff very good
David
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sonya
22 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The overall property dated and tired looking plus looked untidy in places. Aware from reading other reviews that new owners recently took the place over and some improvements had been made.
On a plus room was clean and tidy and staff very friendly and helpful.
Close to Torquay and surrounding area and places to eat.