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The Sands Torquay

Resort in Torquay

Resort★★★★4-star4.3 (996 reviews)

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About

The Sands Torquay is a resort in Torquay. It sits close to Whites Beach and Whites Beach, about 11.4 km from Waurn Ponds. It holds an official 4-star rating and scores 4.3/5 across 996 guest reviews. Recent guests highlight The rooms were amazing, the food divine, the service outstanding..

What guests mention

friendly staff3

Aspects most mentioned across recent guest reviews (highlighted = mostly positive).

Location

What's nearby

  • Whites Beach0.6 km
  • Whites Beach1.2 km
  • Fishermans Beach1.8 km
  • Nudist Beach (clothing Optional)2.0 km
  • Point Impossible Beach2.7 km
  • Tiger Moth World2.9 km

Straight-line distances.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport
Torquay Airport 2.2 km
Nearest station
Waurn Ponds11.4 km
Nearest beach
Whites Beach0.6 km
Sea temperature
Sea temperature about 13.7 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving
Drives on the left
Currency
AUD
Power
Type I plugs · 230 V · 50 Hz
Tap water
Generally safe to drink

Straight-line distances.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to The Sands Torquay?

From The Sands Torquay, the nearest station, Waurn Ponds, is about 11.4 km away; Torquay Airport is around 2.2 km away (straight-line distances).

How far is The Sands Torquay from the beach?

The nearest beach, Whites Beach, is about 0.6 km from The Sands Torquay in a straight line.

How is The Sands Torquay rated?

The Sands Torquay scores 4.3 out of 5 across 996 guest reviews, and holds an official 4-star rating.

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