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Whitsunday Sands Resort

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Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view
View from room
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Balcony
Resort view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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2A Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen, QLD, 4805
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mullers Lagoon Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowen Jetty
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Bedroom Deluxe King Apartment | Living area | LED TV

1 Bedroom Deluxe King Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Terrace/patio

Ocean Kitchenette Spa Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Resort view

1 Bedroom Deluxe Queen Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Apartment | View from room

Studio Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Balcony

Ocean Kitchenette Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Ocean Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Ocean Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view

Executive King Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Twin Room, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Guests at this beach motel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as Gas grills and a picnic area. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Whitsunday Sands Resort offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Bowen motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Whitsunday Sands Resort's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Grays Bay. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and library
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Grays Bay and Horseshoe Bay Beach
As a guest of Whitsunday Sands Resort, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Whitsunday Sands Resort also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bowen motel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.9 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.9 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Whitsunday Sands Resort Bowen
Whitsunday Sands Resort
Whitsunday Sands Bowen
Whitsunday Sands
Whitsunday Sands Resort Motel
Whitsunday Sands Resort Bowen
Whitsunday Sands Resort Motel Bowen

Whitsunday Sands Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 787 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 787 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 787 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 787 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 787 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and tidy room, amazing view of the beach and bay, perfect location and price, good shower and comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View from our room was sensational
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CHELSEA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous veiw of the ocean with beautiful gardens leasing directly to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lots of information on the area and restaurants etc. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay. the beaches are beautiful, the staff are welcoming, very helpful and always responsive. the rooms are spacious and have amazing views.
This was the view from our room.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and had a great view of the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and beautiful- peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the staff were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location and a warm welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ruth

Good view of the water
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The views and grounds were spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and close to cafe and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and close to restaurant and cafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chloe

The owner Janet was absolutely beautiful inside and out saved our camping trip as it was meant to rain so so glad we last minute booked here we will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, hotel was clean, well maintained and very comfortable. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!

Great location and excellent standard of room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lexie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely awesome place to stay so relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived a bit early and the staff were only too happy to let me check in. Explained the area well, and the views from my room were brilliant. Will defiantly stay there again
View from the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pool and great view from our room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view, staff, guests facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful spot! Perfect place for some peace and relaxation, and to get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location between bays. Resort is very clean and well maintained. Walking distance to dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay. Friendly and helpful staff, very clean room, would happily stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay, easy access to 3 different beaches & lots of rooms have great views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025