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The Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views
Miscellaneous
Superior Beachfront King Room | View from room
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr

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334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473
  • Omapere Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Pakia Hill Lookout
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Opononi Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Beachfront King Room | View from room

Superior Beachfront King Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • 36 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard Standard

Courtyard Standard

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Courtyard Deluxe

Courtyard Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Beachfront King or Twin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Villa | Private spa tub

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Heating
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Omapere

The Sands Hotel places you steps from Omapere Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Pakia Hill Lookout. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Bryers Room Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Omapere hotel include Opononi Beach and Hokianga Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Omapere Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Opononi Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Hokianga Harbour - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Motuti Marae - 92 min drive - 46.0 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Landing Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Beach Takeaways - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Boar & Marlin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harbourside Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Sands Hotel

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1550 square feet (144 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the eco-certified The Sands Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Omapere hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 1550 sq ft of conference space
  • 144 sq. m of conference space
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Sands Hotel offers 43 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Afrikaans, Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; NZD 20 to 30 for adults and NZD 10 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bryers Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,550 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 30 for adults and NZD 10 to 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in April.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Copthorne Hokianga Bay
Copthorne Hokianga Bay Omapere
Copthorne Hotel Hokianga
Copthorne Hotel Hokianga Bay
Copthorne Hotel Hokianga Bay Omapere
Hokianga Copthorne
Copthorne Hotel Resort Hokianga Omapere
Copthorne Hotel Resort Hokianga
Copthorne Hokianga
Copthorne Hotel And Resort Hokianga
Copthorne Hotel Omapere
Copthorne Hokianga Omapere
The Heads Hokianga
The Sands Hotel Hotel
The Sands Hotel Omapere
The Sands Hotel Hotel Omapere
Copthorne Hotel Resort Hokianga

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sands Hotel?

The Sands Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sands Hotel?

As of 14 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Hotel on 8 Apr 2025 start from AU$149.37, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Sands Hotel?

Yep, The Sands Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Sands Hotel?

Yep, The Sands Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Omapere Beach.

Does The Sands Hotel have a pool?

The Sands Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from October to April).

Does The Sands Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sands Hotel?

No, The Sands Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Sands Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sands Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sands Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Gretchen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I changed our whole holiday plans around to stay here as it looked so beautiful, and I guess that's why we were so very dissapointed. From the moment we walked up the filthy stairs things just didn't get better. Inside the room was a horrible smell like cheap room spray or disinfectant. The ocean view room was looking into a massive tree. I have nothing against the tree but maybe lower people's expectations and therefore they won't be so dissapointed. The Restaurant staff were lovely just such a pity the food let our experience down. The snapper was inedible with its gluggy batter and just added to our overall worst experience in our 3 weeks of travelling from the South Island to the top of the North Island. I really hope something is done to clean up the whole place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The villa was private and was surrounded by bush. It was quiet and peaceful and was right on the beach. The staff were professional, friendly and helpful. The food was excellent. We enjoyed a very pleasant break and will certainly rebook.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfort & space, great views.
Great spacious room around the back, recently refurbished and very comfortable beds and chairs. Nice deck area for sitting outside and wonderful pool with great views over the beach & harbour. Would happily recommend & return. Friendly bar staff & reception- thank you.
Relaxing by the pool.
Pano out the front
Beautifully appointed room. Sooo comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Continental breakfast today was poor. Full breakfast yesterday was poor.....incinerated bacon, only partially cooked fried eggs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY disappointed in this hotel. I booked the Villa goong by the photos online. What a big mistake that was! The unit was tired and basically a big let down. We had NO cutlery or plates in the unit to eat off and there were no spare blankets as it got a bit cool in the night. Outside the villa was scruffy and needed some TLC. This hotel needs a good makeover to justify the room rate I paid @ $333.00/night! We are now staying in Paihia and have cutlery, plates, spare blankets and the unit is clean and a great deal @ half the price with a room rate of $159.00/night. We would never stay at the Sands Hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most breathtaking view, room and facilities were lovely and clean, excellent staff and service. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ngaronoa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The spa was cold when we arrived. The spa water had a bad odour - like it had not been cleaned and the water had been sitting for a long time. There was sand in the bottom of the spa. It was a shame as we booked to be able to use the spa pool. Some of the bench top surfaces were sticky. The Villa we stayed in was tidy. The grounds and staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 3 nights at The Sands. The property has so much character and commands one of the most picturesque spots in NZ. The staff are charming and go out of their way to make your stay special, great food in the restaurant also. It’s a special place to experience, staffed by a lovely bunch of people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Villa rooms. Large, and very comfortable. Nice quiet little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kylie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before, because i love the ocean view and hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was a great location, right on the waterfront with views out to the Heads. The lighting around the complex was terrible - including nothing being lit up at the roadside/driveway, so if you were trying to find it in the dark, it would be difficult. Prices in the restaurant were steep for what was on offer. Overall the complex was just looking a little tired and dated - but it met our basic needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kylie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kia ora Tino ataahua Motel, the host Juanita, was awesome on arrival, very hospitable, her staff very helpful and caring, waking up to the hokianga moana outside my room, was just beyond happiness. I will be staying here again alot, nga mihinui e te haukainga o sands motel, mauri ora
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is stunning
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amokura

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful location, which our whānau have had a long association with. Glad to see the original proprietors are managing the property again and bringing back the charm, quality service and friendliness we always associated with this place. Looking forward to future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 2bedroom unit the view was magical amazing to wake up too the restaurant food was delicious 5 star resort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view from our room. Amazing food in restaurant. Excellent service from staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anaru

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024