Whitsunday Sands Resort

4.0 star property
Seafront motel with bar/lounge, near Grays Bay

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Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view
Property grounds
Ocean Twin Room
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Property grounds
Whitsunday Sands Resort offers a peaceful getaway amid island splendor. Enjoy the garden setting, ocean-view dining, or lounge by two pools. Guests love the attentive staff and convenient location near Horseshoe Bay Beach.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct

Room options

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Ocean Kitchenette Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 Bedroom Deluxe Queen Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Studio Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Ocean Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive King Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 Bedroom Deluxe King Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Kitchenette Spa Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 32 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Ocean Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
2 bedrooms
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Bowen, Whitsunday Sands Resort is on the beach. Bowen Golf Course and Bowen Water Park are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Horseshoe Bay Beach and Grays Bay. Mullers Lagoon Park and Bowen Jetty are two other places to visit that come recommended.
Map
2A Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen, QLD, 4805

What's nearby

  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grays Bay - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bowen Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bowen Harbour - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kings Beach - 12 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Bowen Station - 11 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fellow's Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Sorelle Coffee House & Florist - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Upscale motel near Grays Bay
Located close to Horseshoe Bay Beach and Kings Beach, Whitsunday Sands Resort provides a garden, a library and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant, cafe walking distance, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers, dishwashers and microwaves

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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: AUD 16 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • cafe walking distance
  • Chinese walking distance

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • 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

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • 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
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 16.00 for adults and from AUD 16.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.9 per cent

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
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Parking height restrictions apply

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Whitsunday Sands Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitsunday Sands Resort on 7 Oct 2025 start from NZ$215.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Whitsunday Sands Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Whitsunday Sands Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whitsunday Sands Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bowen motel is just steps away from Grays Bay and Horseshoe Bay Beach. Mullers Lagoon Park and Bowen Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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