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The Sands Hotel

3.0 star property

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Breakfast and dinner served
A swimming pool with a view of the sea and mountains, surrounded by a deck with lounge chairs and a table.
A patio with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a beach and a large tree.
A grassy area with two people sitting on chairs facing a body of water and a pier.
A person diving into a clear blue water body from a wooden dock.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473
  • Place, Hokianga Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Omapere Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pakia Hill Lookout
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

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)
  • Harbour view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Courtyard Standard

Courtyard Standard

Courtyard Standard

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)
  • Harbour view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Villa | Private spa tub

Luxury Villa

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

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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 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Omapere

At The Sands Hotel you'll be within steps of Hokianga Harbour and Omapere Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The Sands 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. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Omapere hotel, you'll be 1.2 km (0.7 mi) from Pakia Hill Lookout and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Opononi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Hokianga Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Omapere Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Opononi Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Rawene Domain - 30 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Opononi Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Morrell's Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boar & Marlin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tane Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sands Hotel

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 terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Sands Hotel. 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
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Sands Hotel offers 43 accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. This Omapere hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 37.50 to 37.50 for adults and NZD 18.75 to 18.75 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • The Sands Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • 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

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

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 - 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

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 35.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 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 buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 37.50 to 37.50 for adults and NZD 18.75 to 18.75 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    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 9:00 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.

Property class

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 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Hotel on 14 Aug 2026 start from AU$160, 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 5-minute walk from Omapere Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, body boarding and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

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 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from October to April).

Is The Sands Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and a picnic area, it's no surprise that The Sands Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Sands Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet 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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 207 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Real nice place to stay loved the sea
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved this hotel. Magical location, great old refurbished hotel building, amazing view. And staff welcomed us like Whanau Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff, lovely location, good dinner good breakfast. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location, magnificent view. Loved the facilities in our refurbished harbour view room (upstairs)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing! Beautiful ocean front room, lovely dinner and very quiet for sleeping. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Myriam

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Wonderful view, friendly stuff and good restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean room and nice amenities. The staff was friendly as well
Corner room 24
View from look out
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommadation, staff lovely, restaurant perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent and very tasty, we had both dinner and breakfast would have been good to have more choice if Northland wines however what was offered was excellent. Would have like another alternative to a full cooked breakfast such as eggs on toast or an omelette. Room was delightful with a beach view and wonderful sunsets. Staff were helpful and informative
Sunset view from our toom
Beach view
View from deck of our room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Location King Room Amazing views. Restaurant food so good. Staff all the best & we will be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved our room. We had ground floor overlooking the water. It was so relaxing! The room seemed as though it was newly renovated. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from our upgraded room. Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation has been refurbished since our last stay and is certainly a improvement. Also the staff were a lot more professional and pleasant to deal with as well. We weren't overly impressed with the Roast Dinner Meal. Overall certainly a big improvement than our last visit
View from room, but we certainly had the best room to maximize the beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival, we were kindly upgraded. We spent 3 nights in a beautiful 2 bedroom newly renovated unit right on the water front with amazing sea views. Amenities were spectacular. 5 star. Dinner was amazing at the restaurant. Daily house keeping was superb. Staff were very friendly. We love this place so much. This is our 4th time. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Amazing view 😍 well worth it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Tuna
Beef tacos
Mussels
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and clean and tidy rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a lovely stay - room had great amenities and totally private. Felt like an island resort!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Had a great meal in the restaurant. Right on the beach. Our rooms were clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Modern room and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room overlooking harbour
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cousins

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modern room, clean and comfortable. Luxury bathroom. Restaurant very good. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026