Title: Desert Sand Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Desert Sand Resort Beach hotel with indoor pool ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/fe95cf82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/1777cc0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/eab0fe31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/b78c6c4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/17618eb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Desert Sand Resort offers a peaceful shore getaway with two pools: a seasonal outdoor and an indoor. Guests enjoy public WiFi, on-site laundry, and a convenient gift shop for vacation essentials. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 1 - Dec 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24411273&PinnedHotelID=24411273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Premier Suite, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/a1fa9009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Suite, Multiple Beds 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Blackout curtains Separate bedroom - 450 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/bdf3313e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Blackout curtains Separate bedroom - 450 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Classic Suite, Multiple Beds | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/ff582fe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Suite, Multiple Beds 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Blackout curtains Separate bedroom - 520 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Family Suite, Multiple Beds | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/12377e53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Blackout curtains 2 bedrooms - 670 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 4 Queen Beds ![Basic Studio | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/7be6a97f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Studio 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Fan Sofa bed - double - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Premium Suite, Multiple Beds | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24411300/24411273/a6a832f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Suite, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Blackout curtains 3 bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 3 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this hotel include: - A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool - Free self-parking - ATM/banking services, beach towels and a gift shop - Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and a lift Room features All 69 rooms offer amenities such as dining tables. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Heating and fans - Baths, free toiletries and hairdryers - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15470000/15466000/15465905/2ac55186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ICONA Avalon Avalon - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 494 reviews £141 includes taxes & fees 28 Dec - 29 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=15465905&PinnedHotelID=15465905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Drift Wood (Studio w/ Kitchenette) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9678100/9678018/9fa010f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachcomber Resort Avalon - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 404 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=9678018&PinnedHotelID=9678018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6489400/6489305/f4756bbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Reeds at Shelter Haven Downtown Stone Harbor - 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On private beach - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews £130 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=1741910&PinnedHotelID=1741910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95990000/95989600/95989567/f7083592.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cape Cold Spring - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 343 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=95989567&PinnedHotelID=95989567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi - WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Things to do - Indoor pool - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Dining table - In-room kitchenette - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - In-room sofa bed - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Conveniences - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Beach towels - Direct access to the beach ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Double sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### More - Fan - Free local calls - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The seasonal pool will be open from May to September Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Free WiFi in public areas has a 2-device limit This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Desert Sand Resort Avalon Desert Sand Avalon Desert Sand Desert Sand Avalon Desert Sand Hotel Avalon Desert Sand Resort Hotel Desert Sand Resort Avalon Desert Sand Resort Hotel Avalon ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Desert Sand Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. ### Is Desert Sand Resort pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Desert Sand Resort? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Desert Sand Resort? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Desert Sand Resort? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Desert Sand Resort located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Avalon hotel is within a 5-minute walk of 7 Mile Beach and Stone Harbor Beach. Seven Mile Beach and Stone Harbor Tennis Center - 82nd St are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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