Facing the beachfront in Cockburn Town, The Sands Hotel features a garden and a private beach area. Featuring free shuttle service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Selected rooms will provide you with a kitchenette with a stovetop. All rooms feature a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the hotel. Speaking German, English, French and Dutch, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. The nearest airport is San Salvador Airport, 1 km from The Sands Hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Cockburn Town
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Roman
    Switzerland Switzerland
    the staff (especially Tamy) was very friendly. The location is great and the rooms are well equipped and everything is clean. The evening meal was worth its price but was excellent.
  • Raymond
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. The people, the location, the accommodation, the food, the weather, the sea, just heaven on earth
  • Hape
    Germany Germany
    Absolute stunning location and view. The rooms are beautifully decorated. The room includes a kitchenette, fully functional. Cleanliness of the room, care of garden and facilities all exceeded my expectation. They run a nice beach bar,...
  • Mariocr
    Germany Germany
    Sehr ruhiges Hotel auf einer sehr ruhigen Insel. Wer das mag ist hier genau richtig! Alle Einwohner und das Personal sind sehr hilfsbereit und versucht alles, um den Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich zu gestalten. Direkt am Hotel hatten wir einen...
  • Samuel
    United States United States
    Beautiful view from our room. The hotel provides transportation from the airport which is close to the hotel.
  • Lothario
    Bahamas Bahamas
    The best part of the experience was waking up to the ocean at your feet as boats pass by in the ocean. It's an experience of being in the water while in bed. The property has a beautiful beach, and a bar over looking the water.
  • Ammorette
    Bahamas Bahamas
    Everything was excellent. From the airport to the final day of our stay was awesome. The property manager Ms. Alexus was the best ever, always smiling and inquiring about our stay or if there was anything else that could be done to make us more...
  • Enora
    France France
    Établissement parfait. Chambre superbe. Piscine magnifique. Petit déjeuner impeccable. Personnel adorable et serviable. Le meilleur hôtel de l’île incontestablement !
  • Rodrigo
    Uruguay Uruguay
    Pasamos una semana en The Sands. La ubicación es increíble. Un hotel ideal para desenchufarse unos días. Los anfitriones Jay y Alexandra fueron sumamente amables y deseosos de solucionarlos cualquier inconveniente (que no tuvimos) en todo...

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Sands Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Sea view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sofa

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Wellness

  • Massage chair
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Dutch

House rules
The Sands Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$200 is required on arrival. That's about £157. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$75 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests will be charged full amount after making reservation.

A damage deposit of US$200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Sands Hotel

  • The Sands Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Massage chair
    • Bike tours
    • Private beach area
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Beach
    • Walking tours

  • Room options at The Sands Hotel include:

    • Single
    • Twin/Double
    • Apartment
    • Suite

  • The prices at The Sands Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Sands Hotel is 2.2 miles from the centre of Cockburn Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Sands Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.