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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
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Superior Beachfront King Room | View from room
Property grounds

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is SAR 291
SAR 340 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul

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Superior Beachfront King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard Standard | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Courtyard Standard

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Courtyard Deluxe | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Courtyard Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Beachfront King or Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Villa | Private spa tub

Luxury Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473

What's nearby

  • Omapere Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Opononi Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hokianga Harbour - 17 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Kai Iwi Lakes - 57 min drive - 86.0 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

Eco-certified hotel by the ocean
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at The Sands Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Bryers Room Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and concierge services
  • A porter/bellhop, a billiards/pool table, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Sands Hotel boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

Afrikaans, Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet 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 35 to 35 for adults and NZD 17.50 to 17.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bryers Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • 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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 movies

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 percent 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35 to 35 for adults, and NZD 17.5 to 17.5 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 percent

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, 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
Onsite 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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to April
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Does The Sands Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is The Sands Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Sands Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Sands Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Sands Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Omapere hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Omapere Beach and Pakia Hill Lookout. Opononi Beach is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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The Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, nice quiet surroundings
Dining within .....
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely setting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's a great location and staff but the property is run down. The restaurant has prices that would be high in Auckland and the food is average.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roweena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views and scenery. Wonderful staff and relaxed atmosphere. Beautiful meal in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very quiet and peaceful area, lovely food & very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Teunisje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and accommodating. Gorgeous views of the harbour.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mid renos but all good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy and beautifully renovated room. Enjoyed the meals. We had a great time. See you again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

We came for one day and stayed for two just love the location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our short stay at the Sands and would definitely go back again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay, it was quiet and serene and exactly what we were looking for in a weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful spot Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and the location is superb - we had a lovely outlook to the sea. However, I was cold when I went to bed even with the heat pump on, and there was no spare blanket to add to the bedding. Reception was closed so I had to layer up with day clothes over PJ's.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beauty setting with the view over the harbour. Awesome staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the water, and the rooms have been recently updated. Fantastic for my one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raukura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely recommend booking this accommodation. The staff and service were amazing, the cleanliness of the property overall was great and we had everything we needed and also definitely recommend booking in for the dinner service, the food and service were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The veiw
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelliasta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent services
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property in a Stunning location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful views, quiet, great helpful staff. A lack of a decent quality outdoor seating set to match the gorgeous views was a real shame.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The room was veey comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building. Reception staff very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025