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The Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
This oceanfront haven offers both serenity and recreation with its garden, library, pristine beaches, and refreshing pool for sun-seekers

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The Sands Hotel combines tranquil oceanfront living with eco-friendly practices. Travelers can spread out on the white sand beach or claim a sun lounger by the swimming pool. The Bryers Room Restaurant serves fresh dishes featuring local ingredients.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

Room options

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2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Courtyard Standard

Courtyard Standard

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
LCD TV
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Beachfront King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Villa | Private spa tub

Luxury Villa

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard Deluxe

Courtyard Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Omapere, The Sands Hotel is in a rural area and on the beach. Mangungu Mission House is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Omapere Beach and Opononi Beach. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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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 - 13 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Kai Iwi Lakes - 45 min drive - 86.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Morrell's Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Café - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sands Hotel

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 beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers. 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 such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), beach towels and concierge services
  • A billiards/pool table, wedding services and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Fridges and irons/ironing boards
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • 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
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • 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

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night

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 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

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
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 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)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 to 7:00 PM.

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

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Hotel on 18 Jan 2026 start from NZ$220.06, 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 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?

Checkout 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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Reviews

The Sands Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 159 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay at the Sands Hotel. The apartment/room was exceptionally clean, modern and spacious. We had an amazing view of the Harbour and easy access to the beachfront. The resturant was great, with friendly and accommodating staff. The pool was pristine too. We already planning another trip back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy room. Excellent location and views to the harbour Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Len

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were friendly and helpful. Hotel is going through some renovations all for the better. We had room 8 which had been redone with lovely view to the water. While there was a hotpot for tea, would have appreciated a coffee maker in the room. Restaurant had great bar, steak, and calamari.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from our room
View from our room at The Sands Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Staff were lovely.Room cleanliness was great. There was a bit of chaos around the grounds due to renovations but this was overlooked due to the great location. Views over the harbour & out to sea were beautiful and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had fallen in love with the Sands Hotel in an earlier overnight visit (2023). The ocean view from the room was exceptional and the weather was pleasant so we slept with the doors open listening the to ocean and the breeze. Staff was wonderful and meals were good. Folks went above and beyond by being able to make up an ad hoc dinner when the power was out - delicious fish dinner by candlelight. There was a decent number of construction projects underway so it looks like the hotel will only get better.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with newly renovated rooms. We had dinner in the restaurant onsite and it was excellent, particularly the seafood chowder. Staff were very attentive and service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location beautiful everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

MARYANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location but a few issues with room. Bed that was two singles put together as a king was on wheels which weren’t locked off so bed kept moving around on wood floor. Door to room did not close properly. Air conditioning shut down after first half an hour at night,unable to reactivate . No phone in room to notify front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed and pillows were very comfortable. Was fortunate to get an upgrade due to the renovations going on.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Ross and Rewa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view even though it rained and at times the sea entrance was misty it was still fascinating. Dinner was superb with the most delicious seafood chowder served. A special treat was being next to a family group who sang beautifully and a man in the group played the guitar. Thank you Omapere Sands, a very enjoyable night's stay. Rewa Morgan and family from Tauranga and UK.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, very friendly in all departments. Beautiful dinner and lovely buffet breakfast. This property is recently undergoing some renovations and even though we loved it as it is it’s going to be very special when finished. Right on the beach, spectacular sunsets.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

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

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Easy access to beach. Nice little deck through ranch slider door facing morning sun. Nice tiled renovated bathroom and good shower pressure although no shower door or curtain. Spacious room but no easy chairs. Smoke detector base fitted but the actual detector unit was missing. Staff didn't get back to us after we raised the matter twice. Very poor lighting making reading impossible at night. Collection of mis-matched furniture. Kettle perched on fridge and tea making essentials in a cupboard 3 metres away. No outdoor lighting made walking around the complex unsafe after dark. No allocated car parking and current renovation work made parking more difficult. Not good value at $230 per night compared to other Northland accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 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

Neil

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

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

Alan

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