Name: The Sands Hotel, Paignton
Address: The Sands Hotel 32, Sands Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6EJ
Price range: US$37+
Rating: 8.3

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About the Hotel

The Sands Hotel 32, Sands Road, Paignton, TQ4 6EJ

Close to the beach

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8.3

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4.0

Loved by The Sands Hotel guests

Friendly owners

Immaculate place

Superb location

Delicious breakfast

"I'd thoroughly recommend staying in a sea view room as the view is just fabulous."

tlm67 from United Kingdom

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"The hotel was so near to the sea that you could possibly jump in from the window."

The from United Kingdom

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"The location is right on the seafront with all attractions and amenities just a few minutes walk away."

Scott G

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4-star coastal retreat in Paignton with stunning sea views

Location

The Sands Hotel is located on Paignton seafront, offering direct access to the sandy beaches of the English Riviera. Guests are within walking distance of the Paignton Pier and the scenic Torbay area. The hotel serves as a great starting point to explore local attractions like the Paignton Zoo and nearby Babbacombe Model Village.

Rooms

Accommodations at The Sands Hotel include a range of 30 bedrooms, all featuring en-suite facilities and captivating sea views. Select rooms come equipped with kitchenettes, enhancing convenience for longer stays. The hotel offers family rooms that comfortably accommodate up to four guests.

Dining

The Sands Hotel provides on-site dining options with locally sourced ingredients. The Ocean View Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, offering a varied menu that caters to dietary preferences. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining on the terrace while overlooking the coast.

Wellness

The Sands Hotel includes a wellness area featuring a sauna and hot tub, accessible for guest relaxation. A range of beauty treatments is available, providing options for guests looking to unwind during their stay. This focus on wellness supports a holistic approach to leisure.

Entertainment

A variety of activities are offered at The Sands Hotel, including quiz nights and live music events on select evenings. The hotel also provides easy access to local attractions, ensuring entertainment options for all ages. Families can enjoy nearby attractions like the Splashdown Waterpark.

Highlights

Location: Located on Paignton seafront, with direct beach access

Rooms: 30 bedrooms with en-suite facilities and sea views

Dining: Ocean View Restaurant with locally sourced menu

Wellness: Sauna and hot tub for guest relaxation

Entertainment: Quiz nights and live music events

“The Sands Hotel places you directly on Paignton Beach, ensuring immediate access to sun and sea. I think families will appreciate the hotel's engaging activities; billiards and table tennis are on offer. Owners Shaz and Maz foster a welcoming, familial atmosphere and the breakfast is said to be fabulous. For those arriving by car, free private parking is a definite plus.”

Anna BlackEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

Location: Perfect

9.4/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningAmazing Breakfasts

The freshly cooked full English breakfast was amazing. It truly set us up for a perfect day of exploring the coast.

Oliver Smith from United Kingdom

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Room FeaturesSea View Bliss

Waking up to a stunning sea view was incredible! Our room was clean, comfortable, and tastefully decorated.

Maria Rodriguez from Spain

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Guest ParkingFree Parking!

Free parking on the premises was a huge bonus, especially since we drove to nearby coastal towns.

Kenji Tanaka from Japan

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Media & EntertainmentBar with Pool

The bar area with the free pool table made the evenings fun and entertaining. A great spot to relax!

Ingrid Svensson from Sweden

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Select your room type

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
18 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Heating
Shower
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Double Room Sea View
2 persons
17 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Heating
Shower
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Queen Room Sea View
2 persons
18 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Heating
Shower
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Facilities

The Sands Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.0/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
Safe deposit box
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Billiard tables
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Sands Hotel Location

The Sands Hotel 32, Sands Road, Paignton, TQ4 6EJ

Explore Paignton

Activities & Dining Around The Sands Hotel

Paignton Pier

10 minutes' walk

Iconic seaside pier featuring amusements and stunning views of the coastline, a must-visit for families and leisure seekers.

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

25 minutes' walk

Home to diverse species and conservation initiatives, perfect for family outings with interactive exhibits and guided tours.

Oldway Mansion

15 minutes' walk

Historic mansion with unique architecture set in picturesque gardens, hosting events and tours showcasing local history.

Splashdown Quaywest

15 minutes' walk

Thrilling water park with slides and pools, ideal for families and thrill-seekers looking to cool off during summer.

Roundham Head

2 minutes' walk

Scenic coastal walk offering breathtaking views, perfect for leisurely strolls and enjoying nature close to the hotel.

Pirates Bay Adventure Golf

3 minutes' walk

Family-friendly mini-golf course with pirate-themed obstacles, providing fun and entertainment for all ages.

Goodrington Sands

15 minutes' walk

Beautiful sandy beach ideal for sunbathing and water sports, perfect for relaxation and seaside activities.

Local Markets

10 minutes' walk

Seasonal markets featuring artisanal goods and local produce, offering a cultural experience and opportunity to mingle.

The Harbour Tearoom & Bistro

1 minute' walk

Charming bistro with a diverse menu, known for its homemade cakes and fresh seafood, perfect for a casual dining experience.

Olive Tapas Style Eatery

2 minutes' walk

Cozy environment offering a variety of tapas dishes, ideal for sharing and trying different flavors, vegetarian-friendly.

Curious Crab Bistro

4 minutes' walk

Bistro serving locally-sourced ingredients with a focus on seafood, offering a relaxed atmosphere and exquisite dishes.

TJ's Restaurant

4 minutes' walk

Casual dining venue with a varied menu including local favorites, reservations recommended for peak times.

Paignton Beach

1 minute' walk

Vibrant beach area with family-friendly activities, ideal for relaxation, beach games, and making memories by the sea.

Local Bars and Pubs

10 minutes' walk

Various nearby venues offering live music and nightlife, perfect for evening entertainment and socializing.

The Palace Theatre

10 minutes' walk

Historic theatre featuring local performances and events, providing a cultural backdrop to your time in Paignton.

Cinema at Paignton

10 minutes' walk

Local cinema showcasing the latest films, a great option for an evening of entertainment for all ages.

Getting around

City Centre
Paignton 6 min · 1700 ft
Airports
Exeter International (EXT) 69 min · 28.4 mi
Train
Paignton Railway Station 6 min · 1700 ft
Paignton Train Station 11 min · 3000 ft
Bus
Bus stop 8 min · 3.2 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-22:00

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 10.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room. There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Sands Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Sands Hotel enjoys a prime location right next to the beach, with some rooms offering lovely sea views across the bay. Guests often praise the cleanliness and comfort, finding the rooms well-equipped with amenities like a kettle, hairdryer, and TV. Breakfast is frequently highlighted, particularly the full English option. A few guests have mentioned that the bathroom was quite small.

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Review score

Based on 274 verified reviews

8.6 /10

Great

87 %

Recommend

Location

9.4/10

Staff

9.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

5.9/10

Facilities

8.0/10

Pros

Good food

Sea view

Clean hotel

Suitable location

Cons

Dated decor

Weak shower

Noisy outside

No hot water

Victoria from United Kingdom

Single

single room private bathroom

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 11, 2025

6/10

small room peeling wallpaper

The room i had was small. the bathroom was even smaller (it was like a closet converted into a shower). the shower pressure was low. It barely trickled water. peeling wallpaper was also noticeable.

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Avery from United States

Single

Single Room Private Bathroom

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 18, 2025

6/10

Acceptable Location, Noticeable Issues

small room inadequate shower pressure

The location suited my needs since I had planned to visit friends.

The room I received was quite small. The bathroom was even smaller than the room. The shower pressure was inadequate, so it took a long time to get even a trickle of water.

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Isabella from Italy

Couple

Double Room Sea View

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: November 04, 2025

9.5/10

Wonderful Stay with Amazing Views!!!

free parking sea view

The location is superb, offering free parking , convenient. My sea view room provided a warm welcome. The room was great value.

Service

9/10

The hosts interacted well with all guests. They were relaxed and happy to help. Nothing was too much trouble throughout my visit.

Dining

10/10

Breakfast was very good. It was a great way to start the day. I especially enjoyed the interactions I witnessed between the hosts and guests during breakfast.

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rupert from united kingdom

Single

double room sea view

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: October 30, 2025

7/10

a decent stay

good breakfast friendly owners helpful hosts small room smaller bathroom broken window

i found the breakfast to be really good. the owners were very friendly and helpful too, they could not have been better hosts! i will definitely be back. it was lovely that they were so cute.

The room was really small. the bathroom felt even smaller, honestly! a window was broken and could not be opened, that was not ideal. the shower only provided a trickle of water. It took ages.

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Andrew from United Kingdom

Single

double room sea view

4 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: August 25, 2025

9.0/10

amazing seaside stay

perfect location warm welcome fresh fruit hotel cleanliness

the location is perfect, close to the restaurants and beach. the hosts provided a warm welcome. breakfast featured nice choices (especially the fresh fruit). the overall cleanliness of the hotel also impressed me.

the car park is small, only fitting about three cars.

Location

9/10

the hotel is near the town center. it is very close to the sea front as well. i also noted how very close it is to the harbor, offering convenient access to nearby attractions.

Facilities

8/10

the hotel features a free pool table in the lounge bar. there is off-road parking available, albeit limited. the bar prices are very reasonable (i noticed this).

Service

10/10

the hosts are lovely and cute to all guests. they interacted well with everyone. they looked relaxed and happy to help with any requestswith a positive atmosphere.

Dining

9/10

breakfast was lovely, with a variety of options. i found it especially nice. the hosts ensured a pleasant dining experience for all guests, really lovely.

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Jonathan from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room Sea View

3 nights in June 2025

Reviewed: July 06, 2025

8/10

available parking beach proximity easy location

parking was available and i found that very useful. the hotel's proximity to the beach was also great. the room size was decent for my needs the location was easy to find.

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