The Sands Hotel Hokianga

Hotels
8 (925 reviews)
334 State Highway 12 , Opononi , NZ

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Lovely views
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room did not match advertisement
Overpriced for quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.46
There were holes in the ceiling, and the shower and clothes racks were unstable.
Service
9.43
Staff were friendly and helpful, but organization could use improvement.
Location
9.47
Great location with lovely views of the surrounding scenery.
Room Quality
5.92
The room was dark, sparse, lacking in comfort, and didn't match the advertised photos.
Amenities
7.45
Basic amenities were offered, but many were not functioning or were inadequate.
Value for Money
7.41
Felt overpriced for the quality of room and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
9.46
Restaurant food was of high quality; main meal was delicious.
Overall Experience
8.43
The experience was mixed due to room quality issues, but overall enjoyable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 22:51

Property Description

Scenic Views of Hokianga Harbour
Located in Omapere, The Sands Hotel Hokianga offers picturesque views of the stunning Hokianga Harbour. With many rooms featuring balconies overlooking the water, guests can immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings.

Delicious Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, serving a delectable array of traditional New Zealand dishes and seafood delicacies. The Sands Bar & Restaurant not only offers mouthwatering meals but also provides a scenic backdrop of the water and dunes, enhancing your dining experience.

Perfect Base for Exploration
Conveniently positioned, the hotel serves as an ideal base for exploring the treasures of the Hokianga Harbour area, from lush forests to expansive sand dunes. Immerse yourself in nature and adventure, making unforgettable memories during your stay.

Experience luxury, breathtaking views, and exceptional dining at The Sands Hotel Hokianga. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% transaction fee when you pay with a credit card or a Visa or MasterCard debit card. There is no surcharge for payments made with EFTPOS or cash.

A valid credit card must be presented on arrival, and be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. For all pre-paid bookings, the credit card used to facilitate payment must also be presented on arrival.

The guest will be charged a prepayment of the total price at the time of booking.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: KKE

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 925 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 5.92
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 7.41
Food and Beverage: 9.46
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Darren • solo_traveller • au
6
Pros:

Helpful staff. Quiet location

Cons:

Construction on site limited access to waterfront. Dark room

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • au
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • au
10
Staff were professional. Unit was beautiful, clean and modern. Will stay here again next time.
Pros:

Spacious, clean and modern. Can walk straight from unit on to the beach. Amazing views.

Cons:

All of it was lovely.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Melinda • family_with_children • au
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Miranda • couple • au
10
Very friendly staff, great location, excellent food, would definitely recommend and stay again
Pros:

Great location, the water front rooms are very spacious, excellent bar and dining facilities

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Liu • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • au
3
Pros:

Nice staff, nice location

Cons:

Renovation happening. Facilities will be great once finished.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Satin • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • nz
6
Pros:

Great location and good weather, but construction underway of which we were unaware dampened things a bit.

Cons:

For the price the meals were disappointing, especially the grilled fish. They supplied a second portion, which was not a lot better. We suspect that given low customer numbers it was a bit on the old side.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • solo_traveller • nz
7
Two nights Oct 2026
Pros:

Very friendly staff. The room was a good size, nice big comfy bed, warm as. Nice wall lamps once I figured out how to work them.

Cons:

The water in the shower is touchy, or otherwise I don't know how to control it properly. Also the shampoo and conditioner need to be mounted somewhere in the shower, not in the vanity drawer. ALSO, there was no soap. I had to ask for those after coming back from a long first day at my uncle's tangi. And the bathroom floor creaks badly. Also put a shelf or something in the shower. I noticed there's no phone in the unit so I had to phone reception on my mobile phone. The second night someone was parked in my immediate space and the ones all along that row of units. I wouldn't have minded but I have a disability and getting to my unit that night was a nuisance as some stairs were blocked off due to the current renovations.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

The location and view from room was beautiful. The room was clean and the bed was so comfortable.
The restaurant and food was beautiful. The staff were friendly and helpful

Cons:

The wifi kept disconnecting from our room. You had to go outside to the car park to get wifi connection.
There was no hot water the morning we left and we had a cold shower

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Fred • couple • nl
7
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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June • couple • nz
9
Pros:

I liked being on the beach. The room we stayed in was very comfortable. It will be lovely once all renovations of the complex are completed. Good restaurant. Pleasant staff.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • au
9
Nga mihi to the The Sands staff and facilities great experience and place to stay. Highly recommend.
Pros:

The view and location are quiet and relaxing just what we needed after an international flight. Then travelling on further for the remainder of our holiday.

Cons:

Nothing we didn’t like. Pool section was being upgraded/maintenance going on, so not all the facilities were available, not that we would have used them on this visit,however, the stay was still an enjoyable experience overall.

No timer on the TV? if there was couldn’t find it lol

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Blake • extended_group • nz
8
Really comfortable stay. Would’ve stayed longer if I could.
Pros:

Thoroughly enjoyed the cleanliness and comfort of the beds. Great views and super friendly staff

Cons:

The room felt bare. Could do with some paintings or pictures to give the room more character.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Murray • solo_traveller • nz
5
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Freedom • couple • nz
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Nick • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

The bed was really comfy and the room was great

Cons:

I do prefer a carpet in a room, although the floor wasn't bad, and a little far for breakfast when it was raining

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Poor and slow service at dinner but excellent main course.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Kostandious (Lou) • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

everything,clean moden accommodation in a great location with a excellent resturant within the same premises

Cons:

all good

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee