The Sandhill, Sandown ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2026

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About the Hotel

6 Hill Street, Sandown, United Kingdom, PO36 9DB

Near Sandown Beach

Very good

7.8

7.9

/10

4.6

Loved by The Sandhill guests

Comfy beds
Warm welcome
Excellent breakfast
Friendly hosts

"The breakfast was delicious and the room was lovely and clean."

Claire from United Kingdom

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"Food was of high quality, well cooked and presented."

John_IOW from United Kingdom

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"Good view , nice staff and good location by the sandy branch!"

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4-star beachfront hotel in Sandown

Amenities

The Sandhill offers direct beach access alongside a large outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers. Guests can enjoy an extensive in-house bar, serving a variety of drinks and snacks throughout the day. The hotel also provides free parking for all visitors and bicycle rentals to explore the local area.

Rooms

The hotel boasts 40 guest rooms with sea views, accommodating diverse traveler needs. Accommodations feature en-suite bathrooms and flat-screen televisions for added convenience. Select rooms provide private balconies, enhancing the overall experience of a coastal stay.

Location

Located just steps from Sandown beach, The Sandhill provides a strategic position for beachgoers and explorers. The hotel is within walking distance to local shops, restaurants, and entertainment spots in Sandown. Nearby attractions include Sandown Pier and the Isle of Wight Zoo, offering various activities.

Dining

Dining options at The Sandhill include a restaurant serving fresh seafood and locally-sourced dishes. The hotel also offers an outdoor dining terrace, allowing guests to enjoy meals with a view. Breakfast is available daily, providing ongoing fuel for the day's adventures.

Wellness

The Sandhill features a serene spa where guests can book relaxing treatments designed to rejuvenate. The wellness area includes a sauna and steam room for unwinding after a day at the beach. Fitness classes are available on-site, encouraging guests to stay active during their stay.

Highlights

Location: Steps from Sandown beach

Rooms: 40 guest rooms with sea views

Dining: Restaurant serving fresh seafood

Wellness: Serene spa with treatments available

“This guesthouse struck me as particularly welcoming, not only for its location near Sandown's beaches, but also for accommodations tailored to diverse needs, including pet-friendly options and facilities for guests with mobility scooters; the staff's dedication seems noteworthy. With complimentary breakfast, and a garden area, it seems to me like a place prioritizing comfort and convenience. Overall, a solid choice for a relaxed stay.”

Anna BlackEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

Location: Great

8.5/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Guest ParkingHassle-Free Parking

Off-street parking was ample and free. This was especially helpful, since other places nearby lacked hotel parking.

Oliver from Canada

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DiningBreakfast Bliss

Cooked breakfast was delicious, with generous portions. They even prepared a continental breakfast to go, with a smiley face!

Clare from England

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BedroomComfortable Nights

The beds are very comfortable and the rooms are clean. Some rooms offer lovely sea views.

Isabelle from France

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Children's AmenitiesFamily Friendly

The family room was spacious. The staff engaged warmly with the kids, making them feel welcome.

David from Australia

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Select your room type

The Sandhill offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

2 persons

110 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room

2 persons

140 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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King Room

2 persons

120 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

120 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The Sandhill offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
VIP check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Golf course
Darts
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Playpen
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Sandhill Location

6 Hill Street, Sandown, United Kingdom, PO36 9DB

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6 Hill Street, Sandown, United Kingdom, PO36 9DB

City landmarks

Museum

Dinosaur Isle

4800 ft

Harbour

Sandown Pier

2200 ft

Zoo

Isle of Wight Zoo

1.2 mi

Beach

Sandown Beach

2600 ft

Nature reserve

Alverstone Mead Nature Reserve

1.3 mi

Nature reserve

Shanklin Chine

2.1 mi

Landmark

Lilliputput Museum of Antique Dolls & Toys

1.9 mi

Landmark

Yaverland Beach

1.2 mi

Beach

Shanklin Beach

1.8 mi

Beach

Small Hope Beach

1.5 mi

Church

St Mary the Virgin Church

2.0 mi

Landmark

Nunwell House and Garden

1.9 mi

Landmark

Bull Ring

1.9 mi

Castle

Bembridge Fort

2.1 mi

Landmark

Shanklin seafront

1.8 mi

Zoo

Amazon World Zoo Park

2.5 mi

Garden

Rylstone Gardens

2.2 mi

Landmark

National Trust

2.1 mi

Landmark

Ager Farm Nursery

2.3 mi

Landmark

Island Artisan

2.5 mi

Church

Church of St George

2.5 mi

Landmark

Culver Down

2.4 mi

Church

St Blasius Old Parish Church

2.6 mi

Landmark

Whitecliff Bay

3.1 mi

Landmark

Bembridge Windmill

3.4 mi

Landmark

Shanklin to Ventnor Coastal Walk

3.3 mi

Landmark

Isle of Wight Steam Railway

4.1 mi

Landmark

Bembridge Heritage Centre

3.9 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Glory Art Glass

1500 ft

7 High Street

The Holistic Emporium

1800 ft

Restaurants

The Gaslight Cafe

800 ft

Station Avenue Sandown Railway Station

Shamyrhey Tearooms

1500 ft

Powell House 41 Michael Street Powell House

Lulu's Tea Rooms

1800 ft

2 High Street

Wilkinsons Pies

1800 ft

1 High Street Corner of High Street and Melville Street

Sunny Side Up

1800 ft

Sunnyside High Street

Pink Parrot Juice & coffee bar

1900 ft

13 High Street Next to big boots top of High Street

Beach Gardens cafe

2000 ft

Esplanade

Little Dessert Shop Sandown

2200 ft

9 Pier Street Lower Ground

Planet Janet

2200 ft

The Esplanade

The Boardwalk Cafe

2400 ft

Sandown Pier Esplanade

Kates Cottage

2100 ft

High St

Strollers

2600 ft

The Esplanade

Explore Sandown

Sandown Pier

8 minutes' walk

A historic pier featuring entertainment, arcades, and scenic views of the coastline. Perfect for family fun.

Dinosaur Isle

18 minutes' walk

An engaging dinosaur museum with life-size models and interactive exhibits, great for families and enthusiasts.

Isle of Wight Zoo

25 minutes' walk

Home to exotic animals and a focus on conservation, featuring family-friendly activities like feeding sessions.

Alverstone Mead Nature Reserve

25 minutes' walk

A scenic nature reserve ideal for walking and birdwatching, with a peaceful atmosphere and diverse wildlife.

Sandown Beach

10 minutes' walk

Beautiful sandy beach perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and beach sports. Ideal for families and sun lovers.

Adventure Island

10 minutes' drive

An amusement park with thrilling rides and fun activities. Great for groups and families looking to have a blast.

Yoga at the Beach

10 minutes' walk

Relaxing beach yoga sessions offered weekly, suitable for all levels. Perfect for unwinding by the sea.

The Gaslight Cafe

3 minutes' walk

Cozy cafe known for hearty breakfasts and homemade cakes, ideal for casual dining with a friendly atmosphere.

Shamyrhey Tearooms

6 minutes' walk

Charming tearoom offering traditional afternoon tea and delicious homemade pastries. Perfect for a relaxed outing.

Lulu's Tea Rooms

7 minutes' walk

Quaint tea room serving light bites and delightful teas, popular for its warm ambiance and local ingredients.

Sandown Pavilion

10 minutes' walk

A local venue with regular live music and comedy nights, offering a vibrant atmosphere for guests of all ages.

The Wave Café

5 minutes' walk

Beachfront café featuring live music events and a vibrant nightlife scene. Great for cocktails and evening fun.

Getting around

City Centre

Sandown5 min · 1400 ft

Airports

Southampton (SOU)91 min · 37.6 mi

Bournemouth (BOH)161 min · 66.6 mi

Train

Sandown IOW Train Station3 min · 700 ft

Sandown Railway Station3 min · 700 ft

Bus

Bus stop23 min · 9.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-19:30

Check-out

from 08:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel The Sandhill provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Sandhill from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Sandhill's location is a definite plus, as it's generally considered a short walk from the railway station and Sandown beach. Guests often find the breakfast quite enjoyable, particularly mentioning the pork sausage and French toast. While the decor and storage space have been described as basic by some, the family rooms are frequently commended for being clean and spacious.

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Review score

Based on 60 verified reviews

8.0/10

Great

79%

Recommend

Staff

9.1/10

Location

8.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.5/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Pros

Comfortable beds

Warm welcome

Excellent breakfast

Good value

Cons

Small shower room

Unkept feeling

David from United Kingdom

Family with children

Family Room

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: November 06, 2025

9.0/10

Top Notch Stay!

ideal locationamazing breakfastclean room

This location, wow! It was a quick five minute walk from the railway station. I saw bus stops nearby too. I loved the breakfast! Pork sausage and French toast are amazing. The family room suited my needs perfectly. It was clean upon arrival.

The carpet in my room had a bad mark.

Dining

9/10

Breakfast includes adequate portions of cooked items. The breakfast was amazing and offered options to fulfill every craving. I will remember the taste of the sausage for a long time.

Service

10/10

The staff are super friendly. They took time to engage with guests, especially kids. The staff responded quickly to my concerns. They are the best!

Location

8/10

This place is near the train station, a short five minute walk. Sandown beach is within walking distance, about fifteen minutes. I took a bus to explore nearby areas.

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matt from united kingdom

double room

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: November 05, 2025

9.2/10

handy location with great staff

dog bowlfriendly staffmarked carpet

the staff were friendly to me and my dog. they even provided a dog bowl, mat and treats. they offered a doggy towel when my dog got wet.

the premises felt a bit dated and needed some care. the carpet in our room was badly marked. decor and storage space was basic.

Dining

9/10

breakfasts were good with adequate portions for a cooked breakfast. there was no waiting around for breakfast. the french toast was out of the world.

Service

10/10

staff took time to engage with all guests including the kids. staff were polite. the host was informative and friendly.

Rooms

8/10

the room was clean and appealing upon arrival. the room was fine, i did not expect much space. the bed was comfy.

Facilities

9/10

lots of free parking was available. the hotel was well facilitated including real ale at the bar. the bar was reasonably priced.

Location

10/10

the location was ideal and a mere 5 minute walk from the railway station. bus links were nearby too. it was a short walk to town and the beach.

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Naomi from Israel

Single

Double Room

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: October 03, 2025

6/10

cooked itemsmarked carpetbasic decor

Breakfast included a good variety of cooked items. It also offered a continental selection.

The premises looked dated. It also needed some care. The carpet in the room had bad marks. Decor and storage space were rather basic. I consider these issues substandard.

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Jade from United Kingdom

Family with children

Family Room

3 nights in June 2025

Reviewed: July 19, 2025

9/10

charmed stay

convenient locationbus linkspork sausagepleasant view

i found the location convenient, with the train station a short walk away. bus links were also nearby, great for exploring. breakfast each morning had some wonderful options, like the pork sausage i enjoyed. the family room was a good size and had a pleasant view.

the building felt a little dated.

Location

9/10

i noticed it was a quiet area near the pier. the walk was manageable, taking only about 10 minutes. the high street was accessible. its convenience was a real advantage .

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