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9 sand-free beach towels to get you to the shore and back without the mess

Keep the sand at the beach, where it belongs.

Nothing ruins a good beach day like getting sand everywhere. You know, when you go in for a soothing swim to beat the heat, only to come back with your towel practically buried by sand.

It’s a nuisance we’d go to great lengths to avoid – even skipping the beach altogether and opting for rock pools or afternoons lazing in the yard – because who wants to find sand in places it shouldn’t be?

Before going to that extreme, however, it’s worthwhile to invest in a sand-free beach towel, that works to do exactly as it claims and keep sand off your towel. Which is all we could ever hope for, truly.

The best sand-free beach towels in Australia

So, if you’re looking to make your beach days much more pleasant, then read on for our curated edit of some of the best sand-free beach towels to shop for summer 2023.

Sky Gazer Sand Free Towel

Sky Gazer Sand Free Towel, $49.99 at The Iconic

This luxurious, odourless, ultra-absorbent and quick-dry towel comes with its own matching, multi-purpose, waterproof bag, so you can carry it to and fro with ease.

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Sand Society Sand Free Beach Towel

Sand Society Sand Free Beach Towel, $69.95 at Myer

Make your beach days better whilst reducing environmental impact with Sand Society’s sand-free towels, designed to provide you with a new and refreshing summer experience.

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Dock & Bay Beach Towel

Dock & Bay Beach Towel, $44.99 at Amazon

Not only is this a towel that is great for drying off after a dip in the sea or to kick back and sunbathe with, but you can also choose from a range of colourways to suit your preference.

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Ovela Hammam Beach Towel

Ovela Hammam Beach Towel, $29.99 (usually $79.99) at Kogan

Durable, soft and quick-drying is what you can expect from Hamman towels, with their size and unique design making them a versatile piece that can be used to dry off after bathing or swimming at the beach.

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Oasis Palm Sand Free Reversible Towel

Oasis Palm Sand Free Reversible Towel, $49.95 at Pillow Talk

Featuring a gorgeous reversible design, you can flick between a tropical palm tree and classic stripe as you keep stylish, dry and free from sand season after season on your beach trips.

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The Beach People Sand Free Cabana Towel

The Beach People Sand Free Cabana Towel, $49 at Surf Stitch

Made from 100 per cent soft cotton, this towel features a sand-repellent flat-woven top and terry towelling underneath for easy drying.

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Amalfi Sand Free Beach Towel

Amalfi Sand Free Beach Towel, $74.99 at Adairs

Enjoy a hassle-free beach day and leave the sand at the beach (where it belongs) with this towel that features a tight weave construction and velour front, allowing the sand to slide right off.

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Sand Society Malibu Sand Free Towel

Sand Society Malibu Sand Free Towel, $69.95 at Hardtofind

Consider this your new season favourite, as the Malibu Sand-Free Towel is compact, ultra-absorbent, and made from 20+ recycled plastic bottles, so you can lounge with ease.

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Lazy Dayz Beach Towel

Lazy Dayz Beach Towel, $31.99 (usually $39.95) at Amazon

Whether you’re headed to the beach, the swimming pool, camping, or backpacking, this quick-drying, super absorbent, ultra-soft and fast-drying towel is the one to pack.

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