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The Sands by Nightcap Plus

4.0 star property
Hotel in Melbourne with a golf course and a restaurant

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Lobby lounge
Queen Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Children's play area - outdoor
Exterior
Located in Carrum Downs, The Sands by Nightcap Plus offers a luxurious retreat with modern comforts. Enjoy the on-site restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner or unwind at the bar. With free self parking and 24-hour front desk available you can also stay active at the gym or get some work done with luggage storage nearby.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Studio Twin | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 3 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Queen | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 3 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Twin Queen | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Twin Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
71 Hall Rd, Carrum Downs, VIC, 3201

What's nearby

  • Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Cranbourne Racecourse - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Sandown Racecourse - 17 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park - 19 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Monash University - 22 min drive - 16.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kananook Station - 7 min drive
  • Dandenong Station - 13 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Appetito - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SASB Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Sands by Nightcap Plus

Upscale hotel located in Carrum Downs
A golf course, a terrace, and an art gallery on site are just a few of the amenities provided at The Sands by Nightcap Plus. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a shopping mall on site and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and ATM/banking services
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 to 22 for adults and AUD 12 to 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 9-hole golf course
  • Art gallery
  • Shopping mall

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 300 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12 to 22 for adults, and AUD 12 to 22 for children

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 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Sands Hotel by Nightcap Plus
The Sands by Nightcap Plus Hotel
The Sands by Nightcap Plus Carrum Downs
The Sands by Nightcap Plus Hotel Carrum Downs

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sands by Nightcap Plus pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Sands by Nightcap Plus?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sands by Nightcap Plus?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Sands by Nightcap Plus?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sands by Nightcap Plus located?

Located in Carrum Downs, this golf hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from The Pines Flora and Fauna Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Foreshore Reserve and Seaford Beach. Kananook Beach and Langwarrin Bushland Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Sands by Nightcap Plus Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 304 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded expectations. Would definitely come bakck and stay again. The most comfortable bed and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flerida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean room and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and venue
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

THERESA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Motel, lovely staff and a bonus hot chocky before going into room sooooo nice room was like brand new-will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deepa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant and comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grigory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

The pub part had excellent food, friendly service and reasonable wine prices. Breakfasts at $22 a head were reasonable and good food
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantatic facility, good food in pub next door
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for getting those necessities especially an BWS only metres away!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern facility
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility close to food and services
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemimah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Security cameras in parking areas, outstanding cleanliness in our room. Modern, very comfortable and great coffee and tea facilities in and out of our room. A very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great place to stay, great dining options and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Very impressed.

Needed a quick stop over before an early start on site the next morning. Everything was great. Clean and up to date room, usb chargers built into wall next to bed. Comfy bed. Nice shower and ammenities. Cant fault it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful to stay at. It was very clean, very neat, and super relaxing. The staff were amazing too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine facilities,relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location, very clean and tidy. Second time staying as a family with 2 under 6. Perfect room layout for us with the separate lounge and kitchenette.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
after a long day and later than expected check in, reception was very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice bed and easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people. Nice and clean. Reasonable price. Very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay with very friendly and helpful staff. Dining options within easy walking distance
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet lovely breakfast and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and convenient,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025