The Sands Hotel

Property class: 3
Bayfront hotel in Omapere with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Situated on the bay, The Sands Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Omapere. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Sands Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is $86
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4

Room options

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View all photos for 2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a view of a lake through a large window.

2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Courtyard Standard

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a desk with a TV, two beds, and a view through a large window.

Courtyard Standard

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Beachfront King Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

Superior Beachfront King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Villa

A sunlit outdoor lounge area with a wicker sofa and a small table, a sliding glass door leading to a living space, and a wooden deck.

Luxury Villa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Courtyard Deluxe

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Courtyard Deluxe

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473

What's nearby

  • Hokianga Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Omapere Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Head Sand Dunes - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Arai Te Uru Heritage Walk - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boar & Marlin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tane Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sands Hotel

  • Situated on the bay, The Sands Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Omapere. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Sands Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

The Sands Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers a beautiful beachfront location with lovely views and direct access to the beach. (15 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, described as gorgeous, great, crystal clear, and pristine, with many guests enjoying it. (9 reviews)
  • Plenty of free parking was available directly by the room. (3 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Nice view and friendly people
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very responsive and kind for a late arrival. I really appreciated it.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room excellent food
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful position but the room lacked the extras that would make it first class. Restaurant staff attentive and friendly meal selection limited but we were off season.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely friendly staff, lovely location, good dinner good breakfast. Comfortable room.
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8/10 Very good

Wonderful view, friendly stuff and good restaurant.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great accommadation, staff lovely, restaurant perfect
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10/10 Exceptional

We really loved this hotel. Magical location, great old refurbished hotel building, amazing view. And staff welcomed us like Whanau Excellent!
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8/10 Very good

Awesome location, magnificent view. Loved the facilities in our refurbished harbour view room (upstairs)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room and nice amenities. The staff was friendly as well
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazing! Beautiful ocean front room, lovely dinner and very quiet for sleeping. Would highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Friendly Staff and the Lady that was Servicing the Rooms on Saturday was Awesome. The Restaurant Staff on Saturday Night (The Waitress and the Bar Person) was Awesome as well, Down to the Food that was provided for the Dinner that Night was Beautiful. Sorry I did not get Names but they will know who they are, and we were too full on Sunday to get Breakfast. The Accommodation was Excellent and the Bed was so Comfortable we will be back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Location King Room Amazing views. Restaurant food so good. Staff all the best & we will be staying again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great view and clean and tidy rooms
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6/10 Good

Breakfast was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Some rooms have sea views so book these if that’s important. We had dinner in the restaurant and it was excellent. Pools good for summer stays. Reception and restaurant staff were well trained and efficient
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing view 😍 well worth it
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Friendly staff. Modern room and facilities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view from our upgraded room. Thankyou
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location - right on the beach! Lovely big room with a huge bed and beautiful views. Friendly and welcoming staff - I would definitely recommend staying here.
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10/10 Exceptional

Modern room, clean and comfortable. Luxury bathroom. Restaurant very good. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, very quiet and peaceful area, lovely food & very friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location beautiful everything
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly lovely spot and warm, welcoming staff. We had a bad experience with a previous accommodation and the staff here couldn't be more helpful. We were given a waterfront upgrade which was a lovely surprise for our wedding anniversary. The room was sparkling clean and the restaurant meal was top quality. Would thoroughly recommend.
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8/10 Very good

Great view from our room
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