Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort, Agnes Water - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

40 Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water, Australia, 4677

Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort, located in Agnes Water, Australia, offers a unique blend of modern accommodation and stunning natural surroundings. This resort is architecturally designed to capture the southerly ocean breezes while being steps away from the pristine beaches. Guests are treated to a range of features including direct beach access and an onsite licensed restaurant. Sandcastles 1770 serves as the ideal base for exploring the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Location

Sandcastles 1770 is strategically positioned 130 kilometers from Gladstone, offering easy access to a multitude of nearby attractions. The resort is within a short stroll to local shops and cafes and just a beachfront walk to Agnes Water's main surf beach. Guests can take advantage of transportation options available for exploring local landmarks and nature reserves, ensuring a hassle-free vacation.

Rooms

Sandcastles 1770 provides a variety of accommodation types ranging from Budget Studios to Balinese Inspired Beach Home Apartments. Each unit features a spacious lounge and dining area, fully equipped kitchen, and direct access path to the beach. Many apartments come with balconies or patios perfect for outdoor dining. Guests can also enjoy the well-furnished comfort of motel rooms with essential amenities.

Eat & Drink

The resort houses the Drift & Wood restaurant, known for its focus on fresh local seasonal produce. This bistro serves a variety of Australian and international cuisines, complemented by a thoughtfully curated wine list. Guests can enjoy a relaxed dining atmosphere with options to dine indoors or outdoors, perfectly suited for picturesque day or evening meals.

Leisure & Business

The resort features multiple onsite facilities including an 18-metre swimming pool and BBQ areas. Guests have access to leisure activities such as sandboarding, surf lessons, and access to hiking trails through beautiful landscapes. Specialized tours to the nearby Southern Great Barrier Reef enhance guests' recreational options, making it easy to immerse into the local wildlife.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Garden Villa Budget Studio

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Garden Villa Executive Studio

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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One Bedroom Studio Apartment

Max:

2 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

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City Centre

Agnes Water500 m

Airports

Gladstone (GLT) 125.5 km

Bundaberg (BDB) 126.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Well-equipped Kitchen

“Our garden villa had a fully stocked kitchen with an electric cook stove and oven, making it easy to prepare meals during our stay.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“The room we stayed in was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed, which made our restful retreat even more enjoyable.” view full review

Plunge Pool Bliss

“The private plunge pool was a standout feature that added luxury to our beach house experience, allowing for a refreshing dip at any time.” view full review

Excellent Shower Pressure

“The shower in our room had fantastic pressure, providing a revitalizing start to our days.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Tennis court
Bowling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

40 Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water, Australia, 4677

Map view

40 Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water, Australia, 4677

City landmarks

Spring Road

Paperbark Forest Walk

2.0 km

Island

Lady Musgrave Island

1.9 km

Museum

Agnes Water Museum and Visitor Centre

2.0 km

Nature reserve

Horizons Kangaroo Sanctuary

2.1 km

220 Bicentennial Dr

1770 Distillery

3.1 km

Library

Agnes Water Library

2.0 km

Gallery

Kent Barton Art Gallery

2.1 km

Agnes Water Beach

1.9 km

Beach

Chinaman's Beach

2.3 km

Paperbark Forest Boardwalk

3.2 km

SES Grounds

1770 Markets

3.5 km

Joseph Banks Conservation Park

3.6 km

Red Rock Walking Trail Carpark

3.8 km

Deepwater National Park

4.4 km

Main road past the Caravan Park

Lieutenant James Cook Monument Cairn

5.8 km

Nearby

1/1-10 Round Hill Rd

Reef 2 Beach Surf School

430 m

Restaurants

Drift & Wood Restaurant

130 m

40 Captain Cook Drive Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

Cafe Discovery at Agnes

680 m

Agnes Central Shopping Centre Shop 4

Agnes Water Tavern

1.4 km

1 Tavern Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

78%

liked the resort and would come back again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

6.6

Location

7.8

Service

7.8

Dining

5.7

4/5 based on 221 reviews

#8 of 24 Speciality lodging in Agnes Water based on Tripadvisor

Daniel

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.0/10

The motel offers a reasonably spacious wheelchair accessible room, with a few accessible conveniences. The staff were accommodating, but some areas could be more accessible, and the lack of lift access from the car park made things tricky. Overall, it’s a mixed experience for those needing more accessibility features.

Rooms

6.0

The wheelchair accessible room was spacious and had good transfer options, though the kitchenette was not accessible.

Service

8.0

The front desk staff were helpful and attentive, doing their best to assist with our needs.

Location

6.0

The motel is in a somewhat convenient location, but getting from the car park to the room can be quite a challenge.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were limited, especially the kitchenette, which lacked accessibility features.

Alex

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On one hand, the location is great, being close to the beach and surrounded by beautiful nature. The room was spacious, though it had its share of issues like cracked tiles and dark lighting. It was nice to have a peaceful private sitting area, but the kitchen amenities were not very accessible. Overall, it was decent, but there were some aspects that could use improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The one-bedroom garden villa was spacious with a peaceful private sitting area, but it looked a bit tired with cracking tiles and corroding window frames.

Service

8.0

The staff was accommodating and gave us an early check-in, which was lovely.

Location

7.0

The hotel is centrally located, great for accessing the beach and shops, but the overgrown paths could use some attention.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, the dining options were limited due to an issue in the kitchen, which was disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The grounds were well landscaped and tidy, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere.

Andrew

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.2/10

We had a mixed experience during our stay. The resort is clean and the staff were helpful, but our unit was in need of some serious maintenance, which was disappointing. The beach and forest proximity was a highlight, providing a peaceful environment. However, we faced issues with limited amenities and a less than ideal room condition.

Rooms

6.0

We stayed in a one-bedroom garden villa that, while peaceful, had several maintenance issues like cracked tiles and corroded frames. It felt a bit damp, and overall it seemed like it needed more attention.

Service

8.0

The staff were great and very welcoming; check-in was smooth, and they were always there to assist when needed.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, just a short stroll to the beach and surrounded by lush forest. It was quite convenient for accessing nature trails.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered tidy grounds and good parking. However, the limited Wi-Fi and the state of our unit's facilities were drawbacks.

Stella

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the motel room was spacious, clean, and well-furnished, I was caught off guard by having to carry our luggage up three flights of stairs in the heat. The restaurant provided a decent dinner option, but the pool access was hindered by local swimming lessons. Overall, it was a good base for exploring the area, though I did encounter some inconveniences.

Rooms

8.0

The motel room was spacious, clean, and well-furnished, making for a comfortable stay.

Service

8.0

Service was generally positive, though there were a few minor inconveniences with wifi connectivity.

Location

9.0

The hotel is well situated for visiting local attractions, with the beach and shops within walking distance.

Dining

7.0

The restaurant offered a good dinner at a reasonable price, though it was only open for evening meals.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area was nice, but it could use some improvements like updated sun lounges.

Ava

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.0/10

We had a lovely time at the resort, enjoying the beautiful setting and spacious beach home. Unfortunately, our experience was marred by construction noise that was not communicated to us prior to arrival. While the reception staff were helpful, the lack of notification about the noise was disappointing. Overall, the location is great, but management needs to improve communication regarding disturbances.

Rooms

7.0

The beach home was spacious and clean, ideal for our needs. However, we faced constant disruption due to construction noise, which affected our comfort.

Service

7.0

The reception staff were friendly and tried to assist as best they could, but they had no control over the construction situation.

Location

8.0

The location is stunning, just a short walk to the beach and surrounded by natural beauty. However, the construction site right next door detracted from the serenity we expected.

Dining

6.0

We didn't experience the dining options extensively due to the disturbances, but the availability of nearby cafes and amenities was a plus.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities, including the beach access, were really nice. But the ongoing construction made it hard to fully enjoy the resort amenities.