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The Sands Hotel

3.0 star property

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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

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473
  • Omapere Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Pakia Hill Lookout
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Opononi Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Beachfront King Room | View from room

Superior Beachfront King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 391.4 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 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

  • 320.2 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Beachfront King or Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Sands Hotel

3-star Omapere hotel with restaurant
When you stay at this beach hotel you can enjoy umbrellas and sun loungers.
The Sands Hotel offers 43 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

The Sands Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Bryers Room Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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

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

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

Arepiha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location Location Location

Location its all about location. Superb views of the Hokianga harbour, the golden sands and the friendly atmosphere of the staff from the moment of arrival until departure. The rooms are spacious and very clean. Very satisfied with the whole experience which made the weekend very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Ken

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelliasta

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

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner
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

Haydn

Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

Barrie

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

6/10 Okay

Tam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Quiet room with limited facilities. No tv, no table, cutlery limited to 2 teaspoons etc. I chose the cheaper option at $195.Be aware.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magic spot. Great hotel restaurant on the coast. Sunshine, beautiful views and excellent service. Room was simple but lovely too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

for one night ok

Wifi is slow, rooms are very old, not really clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID AND ROBYN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen, Jamboree Heights

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location Really disappointed the cooking facilities have been removed and no b-b-que available

8/10 Good

Reona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location & beautiful facilities although some area's of the facilities are old, you can see they are making improvements. Our room had stunning beach front views but we had a beautiful Pohutukawa tree blocking some of that, so next time I'll ask for a room on bottom floor. Our superior room with verandah had plenty of space, comfortable king bed and all the basics we needed, only complaint is we couldn't lock the door from the inside.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a little isolated but the place has everything and it's by the beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

LEON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025