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    Whitsunday Sands Resort

    77 Reviews
    #3 of 16 Specialty Lodging in Bowen
    2A Horseshoe Bay Rd, Bowen, Queensland 4805, Australia
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    Overview
    4.5
    77 reviews
    • Excellent55%
    • Very good36%
    • Average7%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    “horseshoe bay” (11 reviews)
    Free Wifi
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    Air Conditioning
    Beachfront
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    1 - 5 of 74 reviews

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    What a view!

    This resort has accommodation of various types and sizes. We had a hotel room with ensuite and tea making facility. The complex is not new but the location is the most beautiful we have seen. We visited early August. Just perfect! If you like the...More

    Thank SAS27952
    Response from Gail L, Manager at Whitsunday Sands ResortResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for your kind review. Hope to see you again soon!

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Fab

    Stayed 3 nights here on our road trip in Australia, could have stayed so much longer . Apartments really nice , clean and spacious, towels and sheets changed on regular basis . beautiful beaches on either side just a few minutes walk away . Excellent...More

    Thank hwife087
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Stunning location!

    A group of us stayed here for 6 nights, as part of a trip to Australia. We booked here, as one of our party frequently stayed here as a child & had fond memories of it. The resort is in an unbelievably beautiful spot. You...More

    Thank Andrew F
    Reviewed 4 July 2017 via mobile
    It has that 'Wow' factor

    The location cannot be better. The view from our balcony is breathtaking. We viewed two rooms on arrival and took the slightly more expensive room facing Horseshoe Bay - a stunning vista. Room is fine and well appointed. Very clean and well maintained. Walking distance...More

    Thank Nick T
    Response from Sde1976, Manager at Whitsunday Sands ResortResponded 4 July 2017

    Thank you for your kind words... Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon!

    Reviewed 3 July 2017
    Really pleasant surprise

    Fantastic location with a choice of beautiful little bays to swim all on your doorstep. Lovely clean and spacious rooms, lots of which have spectacular views. The reception staff were also very helpful and the on site Indian restaurant was exceptional.

    Thank jax10082016
    Response from Gail L, Manager at Whitsunday Sands ResortResponded 4 July 2017

    Thank you for your kind words... We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again!

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    About
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    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Pool
    • Beachfront
    • Room Service
    • Free Parking
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Room Service
    • Free Parking
    • Self-Serve Laundry
    • Room amenities
    • Air Conditioning
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator in room
    • Things to do
    • Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    Details
    • Price range
    • US$ 101 - US$ 115 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    • Hotel class
    • Room types
    • Kitchenette ,
    • Accessible rooms ,
    • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
    • Family Rooms
    • Number of rooms
    • 44
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    Room Tips
    "Room 401 looked out over the boutique bay and rock formations. Went to sleep to the sound of the waves."
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    "Any of the rooms overlooking the sea are awesome"
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    "Nice to be upstairs with balcony"
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    "Ground floor rooms are the best as you can walk straight out to the garden and beach."
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