The Sands

Hotels
8.7 (445 reviews)
623 Rocks Road , Nelson , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Invoice provided
ATM/banking
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Spacious units
Awesome views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy environment
Uncomfortable bed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.91
Room was not clean with unpleasant smell and the absence of provided toiletries was disappointing.
Service
9.38
Friendly staff and generally positive interactions with hotel personnel.
Location
9.42
Great proximity to the beach and stunning views.
Room Quality
7.37
Some discomfort mentioned regarding the bed and outdated amenities.
Amenities
8.9
Well-equipped apartments with good facilities, though some furniture was dated.
Value for Money
8.86
Prices were justified by the location and amenities, despite some negatives.
Food and Beverage
8.91
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.88
Overall enjoyable stay with a few minor issues, but excellent location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:30

Property Description

Luxurious Apartments in Scenic Tahunanui Area

Panoramic Views and Modern Amenities
Enjoy private balconies with stunning Tasman Sea views. Each apartment is well-equipped with a flat-screen TV, washing machine, and kitchen facilities including a dishwasher and microwave.

Convenient Location and Easy Access
Just a 5-minute walk to Tahunanui Beach, cafes, and restaurants. Explore the Tasman Region with ease - only a short drive to Nelson city centre, Richmond, vineyards, and the Abel Tasman National Park.

Free Parking and Nearby Attractions
Benefit from free private parking and discover nearby golf courses and shopping options. Book your stay at The Sands Nelson for a perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 40 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 40 per person per stay when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 445 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.91
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 8.91
Overall Experience: 8.88
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Don • couple • ca
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Shane • family_with_children • nz
9
Almost perfect
Pros:

Fantastic location with wonderful views!

Cons:

No smart tv and broken outdoor furniture

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Sunny • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • au
7
Good location, with a few quirks
Pros:

Good location, nice and light.

Cons:

The second bed room had two single beds which had to be pushed together to allow the door to close. My daughters weren't too keen on that arrangement.
Also there was no wifi password available.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Mary-Lou • extended_group • au
7
Great location fabulous part of Nelson
Pros:

Incredible views

Cons:

All good, the door was broken but they explained it was being fixed.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Chaz • family_with_children • nz
10
Good Roomy modern apartment, would have loved to have stayed for longer
Pros:

Great layout with lots of space

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • nz
8
great weekend
Pros:

location was perfect

Cons:

The balcony pots/garden could have a bit of a tidy up

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • au
6
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jaimee • family_with_children • nz
10
Cons:

Parking was a little tight with a big SUV vehicle- I’m sure I gave the owner a laugh trying to park 🤣

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Huria • family_with_children • nz
7
First time staying in a apartment, mayb TV b bigger, I sat on the couch it sunk down on both
Pros:

Loved the washing machine n dryer

Cons:

Couch was uncomfortable

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Maurice • solo_traveller • nz
8
Enjoyable
Pros:

It was easy access, very quiet and felt secure.

Cons:

The property could do with more crockery and the shower leaked, but it was clean.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • nz
10
Fabulous.
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay here. The view was good, a 100 meters from the beach, easy access to a cafe and takeaways. Quality furnishings and a wonderfully comfortable bed. Aircon was handy. Highly recommend for a luxurious stay.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Eben • couple • nz
8
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Nadia • family_with_children • nz
10
Pros:

Location, size of rooms and extra bathrooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • extended_group • nz
10
Loved it.
Pros:

Excellent location! Right by the beach.

Cons:

Light from the carpark kept the bedroom light all night. Was hard to sleep.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Lianne • family_with_children • au
4
International travellers. Won’t stay at this hotel on our next visit. Won’t recommend.
Pros:

It was spacious and clean. Well supplied.

Cons:

The second single bed/trundle was broken. We had to use a footstool to prop up one end. I called the front desk. No other bed to replace it. The maintenance contractor came. Couldn’t fix it. Cleaners came to remake the bed. They stated they were embarrassed by the situation.
The ventilation fans in the bathrooms don’t work.

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Sheldon • family_with_children • nz
9
Pros:

Location view

Cons:

Smelly drain

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • couple • nz
7
Lovely stay - welcoming staff and great we could leave the car parked and walk everywhere!
Pros:

The locality - closeness to the beach and restaurants.

Cons:

On busy road so noisy out on the patio

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Tina • extended_group • nz
10
2026-01-12 • via Nuitee