South Sands Hotel - Salcombe
50.224673, -3.78452Overview
4-star boutique beachfront hotel on Salcombe's South Sands Cove
Amenities & Services
South Sands Hotel offers a unique South Sands Ferry service that transports guests from the beach to Salcombe town center every half hour. The hotel's on-site restaurant features a farm-to-table menu emphasizing fresh local seafood, while the bar serves innovative cocktails and fine wines. Additional services include a complimentary car service into town, daily housekeeping, and a 24-hour front desk.
Rooms & Accommodations
Rooms at South Sands Hotel include Superior Double Rooms with Juliette balconies and sea views, while Standard Doubles offer spacious interiors with bay windows. Some rooms feature walk-in wardrobes and separate baths with walk-in showers, plus toweling bathrobes and slippers. The hotel provides allergy-free rooms and facilities for disabled guests, along with family rooms that accommodate children.
Dining
The beachside restaurant at South Sands Hotel serves a fresh seafood menu, including dressed crab and monkfish curry, with the chef personally presenting dishes to tables. Breakfast offers a part-buffet plus à la carte options, with fresh coffee and hot meals cooked to order. The stylish bar and terrace provide a wine list and champagne options, alongside a snack bar with kids' meals.
Location & Activities
The hotel sits on South Sands beach, offering direct access to canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding rentals from the adjacent café. The South West Coast Path starts right outside, providing scenic walks to Salcombe North Sands and other dog-friendly beaches. A ferry from the hotel's beach connects to Salcombe town center, while the nearby Overbeck's National Trust garden is a 10-minute uphill walk.
Pet-Friendly & Family Offerings
South Sands Hotel Salcombe is a pet-oriented establishment providing dog bowls, towels, treats, and designated pet baskets in rooms and public areas. Children enjoy board games, puzzles, and babysitting services, while the hotel's beachfront location allows easy access to family-friendly water activities. The hotel charges an additional fee for dogs and provides a 'poochachino' drink at breakfast.
- Location: Beachfront on South Sands Cove with direct ferry to Salcombe town
- Rooms: Seaview rooms with Juliette balconies, walk-in wardrobes, and bathrobes
- Dining: Beachside restaurant serving fresh local seafood and farm-to-table dishes
- Pet-Friendly: Dog bowls, towels, treats, and pet baskets in all areas
- Family: Babysitting, board games, and kids' meals available
- Activities: Canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and coast path walks
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
Room view
- Sea view
- Partial View
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about South Sands Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 229 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 48.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
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