The Sands Hotel

Overview
334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473 New Zealand
Near Omapere Beach
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
AI Insight

It's right on the beach—about a 4-minute walk to Omapere Beach—with a beachfront restaurant and bar, an outdoor seasonal pool, boat tours on site and lots of water activities nearby like surfing, kayaking and surf lessons. The property also emphasizes sustainability (LED lighting, eco-friendly cleaning, recycling, food-waste policy and a Qualmark Sustainable Tourism award) and offers free WiFi, electric car charging and wheelchair-accessible facilities.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Bicycle parking available
Pool umbrellas
Select your room

Check-In 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-Out 10:00 AM

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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)
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Beach nearby
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Boat tours on site
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • By ocean
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Check Out: 10:00 AM
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 1550
  • Conference space size (meters) - 144
  • Couples/private dining
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Electric car charging station
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Fence around pool
  • Firepit
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Garden
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Meeting rooms
  • No accessible shuttle
  • No elevators
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • On bay
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Pets not allowed
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private picnics
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award
  • Reception hall
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Showcase for local artists
  • Smoke-free property
  • Surf lessons - nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)

Day 1

Breakfast Sands Cafe - Casual on-site cafe serving coffee and cooked breakfasts with sea views. Distance from hotel - 0 km
Lunch Opononi Store and Cafe - Popular local spot offering fresh sandwiches, fish and chips and relaxed seating by the beach. Distance from hotel - 4 km
Dinner Opononi Hotel Restaurant - Classic Kiwi pub meals and seafood in a friendly waterfront setting, ideal for sunset views. Distance from hotel - 3 km
Activity Hokianga Harbour Lookout and Sand Dunes - Explore dramatic harbour views, walk the coastal track and try sandboarding on nearby dunes; great for photos and easy walking. Distance from hotel - 6 km

FAQs about The Sands Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 10:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

Is there a pool at The Sands Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.

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