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The Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Omapere with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views
Property grounds
Superior Beachfront King Room | View from room
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Escape to The Sands Hotel, where a tranquil oceanfront setting meets eco-friendly charm. Bask on the white sand beach or by the swimming pool with sun loungers and enjoy fresh local cuisine at Bryers Room Restaurant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $100
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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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
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Courtyard Standard

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Beachfront King Room | View from room

Superior Beachfront King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Heating
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Courtyard Deluxe

Highlights

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

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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

  • ‪Opononi Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boar & Marlin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sands Hotel

Situated on the bay, The Sands Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Omapere. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Bryers Room Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 43 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1550 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Bryers Room Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 35 to 35 for adults, and NZD 17.5 to 17.5 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 5 2025 to December 19 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from October to April

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium).

National rating

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

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sands Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Sands Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Sands Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Sands Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at The Sands Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. The Sands Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Sands Hotel?

Yes, Bryers Room Restaurant offers beachfront dining, local cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around The Sands Hotel like?

The Sands Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 14-minute walk from Pakia Hill Lookout and 4 minutes' walk from Omapere Beach.

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Reviews

The Sands Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The beach location was a highlight, with many guests praising the beautiful views, proximity to the ocean, and lovely beach walks. (12 reviews)
  • Dining at the property was excellent with delicious meals and a good continental breakfast. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Restaurant
View
Water
Villa
Bathroom
Bed
Beach

Reviews

6/10 Good

Lovely setting
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, very quiet and peaceful area, lovely food & very friendly staff
Tim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful spot Friendly staff
Jan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were friendly and accommodating. Gorgeous views of the harbour.
Teunisje, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

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.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Right on the water, and the rooms have been recently updated. Fantastic for my one night stay.
Meghan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, tidy and beautifully renovated room. Enjoyed the meals. We had a great time. See you again soon.
Katrina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mid renos but all good
Nichole, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Jackie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a view! we had stayed here a few years back on a bike trip so really wanted to stay again and relax. Great food, the property is getting a bit of a face life and you can see the effort going in to get it back to a very high level
Barrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very happy thanks
Aaron, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

When we arrived the lady at the reception told us that we would have got an upgrade. First we were happy about that. But when we came into the room we asked ourselves how a room without an upgrade would have been. The room was so dirty - everywhere spider webs, spiders and mosquitoes. In the bathroom the plaster has flaked off the ceiling. In the room there was only one chair. The room was dark because there was a big plant in front of the window. For the breakfast either we had to pay 36 dollars per person, what we didn't do. To have breakfast in the room was nearly impossible, because there was no cutlery and plates at all. The balcony was so small that there only fits one small table and two chairs. And around us was everything under construction. We were looking forward to a comfortable nice place but what we found was a place where we were happy, when we could leave. Regarding the price for it it was absolutely not appropriate. The only good things were the beds - they were comfortable and the dinner in the restaurant with a nice meal an a beautiful view.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Beverly, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property starting to get tired
Ian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We were upgraded to a Villa which was spacious and clean. Comfortable bed. Plenty of towels and lovely shower/bath/handwash products in the bathroom. The restaurant dinner meal was delicious and generous. Continental breakfast was good, but I would have liked to have seen a better selection of fresh fruit on offer, rather than the canned fruit salad. All up it was a great stay at The Sands.
DAVID AND ROBYN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
kylie, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Looking forward to the upgrde of the older rooms as they are quite run down.
Andree, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The view & sounding beach area is fantastic. Beautiful spot to wake up to! Our room needed a really good vacuum, especially behind bed side tables etc. The outdoor furniture on our deck was really dirty as well as the tiles. Nothing that a water blast wouldn't fix. The shower curtain is well passed it's used by date. Only place for it is the bin. Daily room service doesn't include making beds, which we found strange. Overall, it's all very tired looking. The restaurant had lovely food & great service. If some general maintenance was done the property & rooms would be so much better & a delight to stay at
Tanja, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Ngaronoa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel choice in Orewa

Overall good hotel right at the water. We had a room without sea view, quiet with parking directly in front of the room. Bed was super comfy, however the room could've had a little more thought put into it. There were no electrical outlets next to the bed, plus the switch for the night stand lights could not be reached when lying in bed. The windows could not be closed, so we had bugs inside. The bathroom did not have a fan to expel the moist air, which causes problems on the ceiling. In addition to that, the joints in the shower could use some extended cleaning or replacement. Overall good (8/10) but some room for improvement.
Yannick, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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
Gretchen, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

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.
Malcolm, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Dianne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Delwyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location, location
Keith, 1-night trip