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South Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Salcombe with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
Nestled in a scenic beach setting, South Sands Hotel offers an idyllic retreat with full breakfast and ocean views at the on-site restaurant. Relax by the fireplace, unwind on the sun-kissed white sand beach or explore nearby attractions via bicycle parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Dragon

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Yawl

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Optimist

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Enterprise

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Bolt Head, Salcombe, England, TQ8 8LL

What's nearby

  • South Sands - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Sands - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Devon - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Gara Rock Beach - 12 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 29 min drive
  • Ivybridge Station - 30 min drive
  • Staverton Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ring 'O' Bells - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Salcombe Dairy Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Creeks End Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fortescue Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

South Sands Hotel

When visiting Salcombe, South Sands Hotel is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can check out South Sands Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers a beachfront location. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bicycle parking
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

South Sands Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 12.5 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 35.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 19.50 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number 06736853

Also known as

South Sands Hotel Hotel
South Sands Hotel Salcombe
South Sands Hotel Hotel Salcombe

Frequently asked questions

Does South Sands Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, South Sands Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at South Sands Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 19.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at South Sands Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at South Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at South Sands Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking.

Are there restaurants at or near South Sands Hotel?

Yes, South Sands Restaurant offers beachfront dining and ocean views.

What's the area around South Sands Hotel like?

South Sands Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from English Channel and 10 minutes' walk from North Sands.

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South Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Food
Room
Beach
Restaurant
Ocean view
View
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great, with good choices and excellent quality, according to multiple reviewers. (8 reviews)
  • The property's beach location offers stunning views, direct access, and a secluded and quiet atmosphere. (8 reviews)
  • The property is dog-friendly and welcomes pets with excellent customer service. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Unique location…..beautiful view.
Diana, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Lovely hotel, all the staff were superb, and delicious food in the restaurant.
Julie, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Cannot fault the hotel and location. Only gripe would be no AC in the rooms and was needed when travelling with toddler.
sundip, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

We liked the position of the hotel. We thought the evening meal menu could have been better, and the quality was only average.
Christoper, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Always a great stay.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Just the complete package. Couldn’t fault it.
Celia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful dog friendly stay in a quiet hotel with excellent staff. Beautiful room overlooking the beach
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A warm welcome after our long journey, which relaxes you straight away. We were shown our room, and it met our needs. We celebrated our Wedding Anniversary over this time, and found the staff very approachable, with the Breakfast having a good choice overlooking the beach. Ample secure carparking facility next too the hotel. The facilities in the hotel/ room, met our needs. We would recommend to others, and hope to return in the not too distant future.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Hotel

Wonderful hotel in a beautiful location. Service and restaurant food was excellent. Definitely will be going back 😊😊😊😊😊
Gillian, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location, beautiful views. Relaxing atmosphere with friendly and attentive staff
Iain, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great hotel stunning location

Beautifully located hotel, stunning views. Hotel staff were very helpful and welcoming. Large comfortable bed with great powerful shower. Would have preferred a later checkout and water in the room to be replenished for multiple night stay.
Jim, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We stayed an extra night :)

We loved it here - quite secluded and beware the Devon country lanes that access it, but it’s in a stunning location and we even stayed an extra night! The staff were brilliant and the food was faultless. Lots of doggos too :)
Paula, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing sea view at Southsands Hotel

Booked a room with a full sea view which while booked seemed a bit expensive …when we were shown to our room it was worth every penny. Fantastic view right on the beach which feels like a private beach as essentially you can’t park at Southsands unless you are staying in one of the two hotels.
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Sunday lunch and overnight stay

Fantastic Sunday lunch and overnight stay. Had a late lunch and a very relaxed afternoon looking at the beautiful view before moving to the fireside sofas for an evening of board games, cheese and wine. Fabulous staff, lovely room. Overall a wonderful short break.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved our stay here it was just perfect will definitely come again
Sharon, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice and friendly hotel right on beach Food was good also
Shaun, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing location and great food
Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A really friendly and welcoming hotel set in a fantastic position.
Alastair, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Lovely situation food was good 😋
Maxine, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Hotel.

An excellent hotel and truly dog friendly. Would recommend.
Mike, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent from the moment we arrived. Stunning location, fantastic hotel, amazing staff and the food was perfect.
Lee, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

This hotel is lovely, the parking is safe, the build and furnishings are of excellent quality. However, our room had a terrible small of drains/sewage. It also looked onto the bins. Our issue was not with the hotel or the room but with the duty manager and her unprofessional and quite honestly, insulting way she dealt with us and our complaint. We met other patrons who had been visiting SouthSands Hotel for many years and they too were massively disappointed by the attitude of staff, in particular but not exclusively, the duty Manager, who was down right rude and singularly unhelpful to them too, It's safe to say that we will not be revisiting this Hotel. Thankfully we managed to book a room at the Harbour Hotel which was a happy ending to our otherwise unhappy special break. Some serious customer service training is very much needed at this hotel.
Matt, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fab place in a beautiful location
Andy, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect relaxing stay.

Nice for short break getaway. Great staff and service.
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay.

Our stay at the hotel was perfect. All areas of the hotel were clean and well cared for. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The restaurant food was amazing.
Pamela, 2-night trip