Title: Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6179874&destination=Ballyconneely%2C+County+Galway%2C+Ireland&selected=10026893&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Guests enjoy a private beach retreat at Connemara Sands, where 27 holes of golf challenge enthusiasts before spa relaxation and garden-view dining await ## Photo gallery for Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa ![Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View - Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa (Ballyconneely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/7dacee43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, mud baths - Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa (Ballyconneely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/c42f2e7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa (Ballyconneely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/0ff5bdb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily full breakfast (EUR 25 per person) - Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa (Ballyconneely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/beb4c632.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa (Ballyconneely)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/6b73c6f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa, near Mannin Bay Beach, offers a private sandy stretch for sunbathing. Enjoy kayaking, rowing, or golf. Relax at the spa after outdoor adventures, and dine with a serene garden backdrop. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Spa - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=10026893&PinnedHotelID=10026893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View, Beachfront ![Flat-screen TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/dbaf8c60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View, Beachfront 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Heating Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding - Sea view - 538 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View ![Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/dc63eb11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View ### Highlights Terrace Separate sitting area Soundproofed Heating Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Blackout drapes/curtains - Bay view - 600 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View ![Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/a712d10a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Heating Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding - Garden view - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View ![Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/c4994265.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View ### Highlights Yard Furnished patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Fireplace Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchen - Bay view - 807 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed ![Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/1d192d50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding Hair dryer - Hill view - 129 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View ![Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10026900/10026893/945a1d0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom - Sea view - 430 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallyconneely-Hotels-Connemara-Sands-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h10026893.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallyconneely-Hotels-Connemara-Sands-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h10026893.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ballyconneely, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa is in a rural area and on the beach. Alcock and Brown Landing Site and Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mannin Bay Beach and Dog's Bay Beach. Clifden Castle and Sky Road are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. [Visit our Ballyconneely travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballyconneely.dx6179874) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.43708%2C-10.07776&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kpSaJmyWkfrRAJB86-hRO67mzBo=) Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely, Galway ### What's nearby - Connemara Championship Links 5 min drive \- 3.1 km - Alcock and Brown Memorial 6 min drive \- 6.1 km - Alcock and Brown Landing Site 10 min drive \- 8.5 km - Clifden Castle 11 min drive \- 11.3 km - Sky Road 11 min drive \- 11.3 km ### Getting around - Knock (NOC-Ireland West) 112 min drive ### Restaurants - Mannion's Bar 10 min drive - Guy's Bar & Snug 10 min drive - Mcgrath 10 min drive - Mullarkey's Bar 10 min drive - Mitchell's 10 min drive ## About this property ### Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Upscale family-friendly hotel near Mannin Bay Beach Located close to Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station and Alcock and Brown Landing Site, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa provides an adjacent golf course, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. With a beachfront location, kayaking, and rowing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a sports massage, or a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. The on-site Irish cuisine bistro, Sands Bar, features garden views and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, express check-in, and supervised childcare (surcharge) Room features All guestrooms at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa boast perks such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free uncovered self parking on site - RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 20 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Private picnics ### Restaurants on site - Sands Bar ### Things to do - 2 outdoor padel courts - 27-hole adjacent golf course - Books - Evening entertainment - Full-service spa - Games - Golf caddies - Golf carts - Golf clubhouse - Golf clubs/equipment - Golf driving range - Kayaking - Outdoor tennis court - Paddleboard - Pro golf lessons - Pro golf shop - Rowing/canoeing - Snorkeling - Steam room - TV in common areas - Water sports equipment - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - High chair - In-room babysitting (surcharge) - Separate bedroom - Soundproofed rooms - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) - Travel crib ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Guidebooks - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Outdoors - Garden - On the bay - On the beach - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Full-service spa - 4 treatment rooms - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Deep-tissue massages - Detox wraps - Facials - Hot tub - In-room massages - Manicures/pedicures - Mud bath - Prenatal massages - Spa open select days - Sports massages - Steam room - Swedish massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Grab bar in shower - Hand-held showerhead - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Height-adjustable showerhead - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business center - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - 2 floors - 3 buildings - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Banquet hall - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Smoking not allowed - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly toiletries - Free local calls - Heating - Iron/ironing board - LED lighting - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive smart lock details Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed during the winter season. ### Access methods Staffed front desk, smart lock ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of EUR 50 per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 20 for children - Pet deposit: EUR 50 per stay - Pet fee: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 Cashless transactions are available This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision ### National rating This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Connemara Sands Hotel Connemara Sands Beach Hotel Ballyconneely Connemara Sands Ballyconneely, Ireland - County Galway Connemara Sands Beach Hotel Connemara Sands Beach Ballyconneely Connemara Sands Beach Connemara Sands Beach & Spa Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Ballyconneely Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel Ballyconneely ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa? ### What time is check-out at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa? ### Does Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 84 8 - Good 22 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deirdre Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was one of the best I have had at a hotel. Great variety and freshly made. The evening meal was of a very high standard and a good choice menue. ##### Deirdre Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melody Sep 13, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Stunning location; very helpful and friendly staff; delicious breakfast. ##### Melody Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant Mar 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay, close to the beach, peaceful and quite ##### Grant Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Room was spacious and clean, staff were sparse at times but all very helpful and cheerful. The area is even more gorgeous than we imagined! All food was spectacular, decadent, and very well presented. Couldve used additional staff for dinner service, but hard to complain when the food and drink was so fantastic. ##### Ron Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We spent 2 wonderful nights here! It’s beautiful. The food and staff were great. I’d definitely recommend a spa treatment or 2. ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was the highlight of our trip to Ireland. Though we met kind strangers and viewed indescribable beauty in our travels around Ireland, the isolated, quiet and luxury of the Connemara Sands was a balm for our souls and a treat to the senses. The menu was thoughtful and the food first class; the accommodations were roomy and tasteful with views of the Connemara landscape and sheep roaming cliffside. A special thank you to staff member, Marion who was there every morning to greet us with a cheery smile , recommendations and true Irish hospitality. We will return to this beautiful haven. ##### Lynn Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Jul 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Gorgeous! On the water Wished I booked a longer stay. Restaurant for dinner was excellent. Breakfast was excellent too ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Apr 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Highly recommend! A stunning hotel and an absolutely beautiful location. Hotel decor on point at every level and throughout, no short cuts taken or spending held back. Rooms super clean, generous size, warm and comfortable. Service in the hotel was incredible throughout and from every Team member, a credit to the owners. Food at breakfast and the dinner menu were both excellent and the highest level. Can’t wait to rebook for a few nights in the summer! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9635d452-71fb-4fb0-a0b0-3e85a49601b7-1745437271587.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d75f1567-cf43-427c-bf75-bf87346b4a45-1745437321704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dbafea9f-c1dc-4864-9dc0-ae2bfee1f966-1745437322766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/35e83ba5-bdf6-4d44-b914-90ecf4b7d39f-1745437322214.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### JOHN Jul 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel was geared mainly for people using the spaas there was no guest lounge to seat in and read. We paid extra to have a room with a sitting room so we could sit and read. Breakfast was brilliant lots of different choices and tasty. We booked the hotel for three days and found very little space to put your clothes. The restaurant was good but quite expensive. ##### JOHN Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Jun 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quiet room. Big parking lot. On the beach. Lots of things to do. ##### William Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olive Oct 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely break We stayed in self catering house just few yards from the hotel. The house had everything we needed, was very clean and comfortable too. We ate in hotel on first night. Food was excellent. Hotel is very well decorated and clean. Staff were helpful, especially Marian and Kylie. Didn’t use the spa nor the sauna (which you have to pay extra for). The sauna is by the small private beach. Definitely would highly recommend this place. ##### Olive Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belinda Oct 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff wonderful, breakfast gourmet style Area around hotel out of this world and beach and water super. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c32a3b06-a07c-4a95-9e42-54ba76ec1b38-1761170337689.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cc961d6d-36bf-45bc-a4f0-9043d1f1837a-1761170338066.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Belinda Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah Oct 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic on all areas. Would love to revisit ##### Hannah Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maryann Jul 15, 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful food and service Beautiful location ##### Maryann Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie May 11, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All the staff and the Owners were extremely supportive, helpful. Great place ##### Jamie Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### catherine May 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Thoroughly enjoyed staying at Sands, the accomodation / staff and location were excellent. I will definitely be booking a return trip. ##### catherine Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl Apr 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Excellent Great experience and lovely staff. Food incredible ##### Carl Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth Apr 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The food was SO good! Our room was bigger than my apartment in NYC with an achingly beautiful view. Everyone was so accommodating and lovely and fun. I hope we get back there soon & in the summer for more ocean activities. Sauna was heavenly. ##### Ruth Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Anna Aug 14, 2024 Disliked: Room comfort #### A very disappointing stay, would not recommend We booked a deluxe Double Room with garden view. There was barely enough room to walk around the bed let alone open our suitcases. The bed near enough filled the room. The on-suite door to the shower room opened either onto the basin or onto the bed. There was no bath as shown in the room. Our view was the car park. After a long wait at reception, I asked if we had been given the correct room as it didn't have a garden view. I was told to look past the car park to see the garden. Finally, the air vent on the ceiling was covered up. ![Cramped bedroom](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4695BC9B44B1C3DFBB078F2F164E39705FCFE58D1723584535352.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![We just about had room to walk around the bed.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/038B61C8C433CEA08968432199E55BEED3F3B8C71723584604864.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Frosted glass door to shower room hits basin when opened](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A2A00E205916F8952BFB9A5E4ECDB42EC0FC1D4F1723584682187.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Frosted glass door to shower room hits bed when opened the other way](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7F23501E34B91B2D43228EB80A44E974EB0003BB1723584729320.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anna Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Frank Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Die Deluxe Rooms sind extrem klein, man kann kaum ums Bett gehen. Tiny Room wäre passender! Das Zimmer war sauber und das Frühstück gut. ##### Frank Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Séjour parfait. Emplacement idéal. Plage à proximité. Chambre tout confort. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### BRUNO Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Le personnel est charmant, l’hôtel est très propre, le restaurant très bien. En revanche la chambre est petite, rien pour accrocher les serviettes de bain et surtout nous avions la chambre 202 située au-dessus du bar et nous avons été très gênés par le bruit (portes qui claquent, bruit de percolateur ?) qui heureusement s’arrêtent vers 22h30\. Des boules Quies sur la table de chevet à notre arrivée nous ont un peu surpris…De plus la vue jardin est essentiellement une vue parking. Nous avons demandé à changer de chambre mais cela n’a pas été possible. ##### BRUNO Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony Jun 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was lovely and the beach was absolutely breathtaking!! ##### Tony Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Mar 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful hotel in an amazingly beautiful setting. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Nov 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We had a great family weekend at the hotel with our kids at the end of October mid term break. Lovely beach 5 minutes walk away. Holiday homes were well stocked and had everything that we needed. Great food at the hotel which was an added bonus to our trip. 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