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The Sands Hotel

3.0 star property

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Breakfast and dinner served
Property grounds
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
A patio with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a beach and a large tree.
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473
  • Place, Omapere Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pakia Hill Lookout
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Opononi Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

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2 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment

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

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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

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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

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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Courtyard Deluxe

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

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About this property

The Sands Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a seasonal outdoor pool, conference space, and laundry facilities are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
The Sands Hotel offers 43 accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. This Omapere hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Sands Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Omapere Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at The Sands Restaurant
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and conference space
  • Steps from Omapere Beach and 14 minutes by foot from Pakia Hill Lookout
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 meters) 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
The Sands Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

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
  • 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 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 percent 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

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 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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)
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 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.

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
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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
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Copthorne Hotel Resort Hokianga

The Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 203 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

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

8/10 Good

Myriam

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

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

sue

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cousins

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

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really beautiful setting and we had a lovely big room with a great view. The staff were all very friendly and willing to help if needed. Breakfast quality was just ok - didn’t match dinner, which was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Everything worked well and staff were very personable and helpful- true kiwi hospitality. I was disappointed that my phone charger which I most definitely left there was not returned.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location - right on the beach! Lovely big room with a huge bed and beautiful views. Friendly and welcoming staff - I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff,ambience,room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tani

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful staying at Sands hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice view and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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