Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Beach nearby
 Three Bedroom Beach Home Apartment with Pool | Terrace/patio
One Bedroom Garden Villa Apartment | Private kitchen | Microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Located near Agnes Water Beach, Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort offers a peaceful retreat with garden surroundings. Enjoy meals at Drift & Wood Restaurant and relax on the sunny terrace. Free in-room WiFi and multilingual staff make it great for families.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Showing 34 of 34 rooms

One Bedroom Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Beach Home Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Three Bedroom Beach Home Apartment with Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Twin Beds

Two Bedroom Beach Home Apartment with Pool

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Garden Villa Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Motel Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Budget Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Studio with Balcony

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Villa Budget Studio

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Beach Home Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Beach Home Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Three Bedroom Beach Home Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Beach Home Apartment with Pool

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedroom Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedroom Beach Home Apartment With Pool

  • Sleeps 4

Premium Studio Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 75 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

1 Bedroom Beach Home with Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 Bedroom Studio Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Bedroom Studio Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 99 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Garden Villa Executive Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 Bedroom Beach Home with Pool

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Bedroom Beach Home with Pool

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 190 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

1 Bedroom Beach Home

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Villa Budget Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Large Studio

  • Sleeps 6

Family Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Executive Studio With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Garden Villa Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

2 Bedroom Beach Home with Pool

  • Sleeps 4

Premium Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

1 Bedroom Beach Home

  • Sleeps 2

Motel Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
40 Captain Cook Drive, Agnes Water, QLD, 4677

What's nearby

  • Agnes Water Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Agnes Water Museum and Visitor Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • 1770 Marina - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Paperbark Forest Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Red Rock Walking Trail - 18 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gladstone, QLD (GLT) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1770 Marina Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Latino Caffe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee & Cake - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Barraca By The Sea - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Holiday Cafe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

Upscale hotel near Agnes Water Beach
Located close to Agnes Water Museum and Visitor Centre and Paperbark Forest Boardwalk, Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort provides a terrace, a garden, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Drift & Wood Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Tour/ticket assistance, books, and barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Drift & Wood Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday to Friday (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM), Saturday to Saturday (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM), and Sunday to Sunday (9:00 AM – noon)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Agnes Water hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Agnes Water Beach and Agnes Water Museum and Visitor Centre. Reedy Creek Nature Refuge and Paperbark Forest Boardwalk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 725 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 725 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 725 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 725 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 725 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Migma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

very good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For us “oldies” stepping into a bath for a shower is never ideal, BUT apart from that minor issue, our stay was PERFECT. Starting with the lovely warm welcome from the helpful, young lady at reception through to the rest of our stay could not be faulted. The room was spacious, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom was a good size and the locality was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Studio room, excellent price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aleya

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Standard motel, beds were very soft. Good kitchenette, great pool and bbq area. Close walk to beach and town for restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, friendly staff and easy access to beach, shops and dining options.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that is was very close to all that you would possneed while on holiday
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely spot

Lovely environment. Restaurant on site, nice to go to after a long day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small comfy apartment, comfy bed and good shower. Easy walk to shops and cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live music at the restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and flexible to our out of hours arrival & departure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just fabulous

Fabulous location, great facilities, wonderful restaurant - we’ll be back. The only downside was that the access to the beach was closed for renovations so we had to walk the long way around to get to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service - the staff were so helpful and courteous. The apartment was clean and well taken care of. The location was great - easy access to the beach and to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Margarete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location with beach access from the property and several choices of accommodation. Agnes Water is not a large place, dining options are not plentiful, but are good quality. There are two small supermarkets and a butcher in the central part of Agnes Water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel rooms are on the main road, can be noisy. Restaurant was only open a few days a week. Few places to eat in town, mainly fish & chips, one Thai, an RSL and a few cafe's.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mandy

Liked: Staff & service
There was mould on the bathroom roof. Definitely needs to be cleaned off. Rest of the room was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Graeme

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sandcastles 1770 is in a great location - right on the beach. Unfortunately, my room wasn't clean - satay sauce spilt on the floor in front of the fridge and dead bugs on the floor and window sills. The bathroom smelt musty. I mentioned these things to the receptionist when I checked out, but her only response was to say I should have complained earlier.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

barry

Liked: Staff & service
Cracked tiles on floor,shower door didn't close,tv had a purple shadow on screen,freezer in fridge freezing food on top shelf, restaurant down stairs noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing

Location was great and that’s where the good news ends. There was no reception office open for the entire 2 night/ 3 day stay, so couldn’t get extra towels or toilet paper (only one roll in room). There were also no pool towels and the pool was hot and very dirty. It appeared that all that had been done in the room after the last guests left was new bin liners and bedding. The shower was full of sand and mouldy, sand on the floor of the room, dust and torn up toilet paper on the window sill and last guests belongings still in bedside drawer. The cupboard doors did not slide and had to be lifted to access the space. Girl in the restaurant was very rude when we asked about booking a table and when we enquired about takeaway she said we’ll have to see if we’re too busy! Yes, we knew our room was called ‘budget’ but it was $230 a night and we at least expected it to be clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice however around 430 to 5 am sounded like there was a dryer going on for a long while. Ended up leaving by 730 am
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Happy with property but housekeeping need to check cutlery for cleanliness as there was a dirty plate and guests required to wash up in bathroom sink. Also need a bigger rubbish bin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accomodation was lovely, clean and well appointed. Dinner at the restaurant was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marjan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I booked an overnight stay through Wotif and was genuinely excited about my trip, but I was quite disappointed upon arrival. The fridge and microwave were in a disgusting state, and the room itself felt stuffy and uncomfortable. On top of that, the lighting in the room was very poor — definitely not suitable if you needed to study or use a computer at night. Out of four small lights, one wasn’t working, which made the room even dimmer. The price for the "studio" is nearly the same as the Garden View Studio, which is absolutely ridiculous. They call it "budget-friendly," yet charge $200 per night — for that amount, I expected much better accommodation. I'm sure the response I’ll receive here will be similar to what I already heard from the admin team — they went on about how they supposedly differentiate between the various room types and the beachfront views, etc., which simply isn't true. I found their explanation dismissive and unhelpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025