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The Sands Hotel

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Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views
Luxury Villa | Private spa tub
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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334 State Highway 12, Omapere, 0473
  • Place, Omapere Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pakia Hill Lookout
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Kai Iwi Lakes
    ‪52 min drive‬

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7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Courtyard Standard | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

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

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

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Luxury Villa | Private spa tub

Luxury Villa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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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 on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Sands Hotel offers 43 accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. This Omapere hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis 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 that 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 Wi-Fi (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 on 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 metres) 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 at the weekend from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
The Sands Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises 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
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 per cent 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.
  • Cots (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 per cent

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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)
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 aged 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
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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 190 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed in a 2 bedroom suite… Fantastic Master Bedroom, Living Room 2 showers and baths. Impeccably decorated. Large, large shower enclosure. The managers (husband and wife) running the place were great. Views out the windows and sliding glass door were straight at the beach and bay ( nobody or thing blocked any of the views
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

sue

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Modern room and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ray

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Myriam

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

2/10 Terrible

Amro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was one of the worst hotel stays I have ever experienced. We booked a two bedroom villa and were given a single studio instead, with no explanation and no apology. Only after repeatedly pushing did they offer a so called solution, which involved splitting us into two separate rooms far apart, one of them with no view at all. They advertise WiFi in every room. Our room had no WiFi at all. We reported this issue more than 10 times during our stay. Each time we were told someone would be sent to fix it. Nobody ever showed up. I had to rely entirely on prepaid mobile data just to check work and could not upload anything the entire stay. Cleanliness was extremely poor. The room clearly had not been properly cleaned before our arrival, nor during the stay. The floors were so dirty that you could not walk barefoot. It felt neglected and poorly maintained. The property also advertises a gym, which does not exist. The photos online are misleading. The only positive is the location and view, but that does not come close to compensating for the lack of basic services, broken promises, and poor management. No accountability, no ownership of issues, and no compensation offered. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view Hotel undergoing renovations, found out after booking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

6/10 Okay

MARYANNE, Las Vegas

Travelled with partner
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

Alex

Travelled with family and small children
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

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room we booked unavailable , very hard to adjust to as max is a special time and sharing space was important.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Len, Oakland

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

6/10 Okay

Harald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed for one night in a room close to the beach without breakfast. Dinner was ok. Service was friendly. There is a lot of building/refurbishing work going on….
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Cousins

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

8/10 Good

Trevor

Travelled with partner
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

Lysanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. The room was clean, well decorated and comfortable. The people were friendly and kind, the meal we ate was spectacular and the view was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Windham

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Colin

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