The Sands Hotel Hokianga
Guest scores & sentiment
From 115 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-19
Guests praise the stunning waterfront views, friendly staff, and dinner quality. Common complaints include aging facilities, maintenance issues like mold and noise, inconsistent breakfast, and lacking kitchen amenities.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYSuitable for view-seekers. Book renovated units, expect older facilities, and avoid breakfast peak.
Room types · 9
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Two bedroom Beachfront Apartment
Refurbished in 2025, the Beachfront 2-Bedroom rooms boast stunning views of the magnificent Hokianga Harbour. Includes SKY TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The spacious Two Bedroom Family Rooms include two bedrooms with KING beds that can be made up as Twin beds on request. The front Ocean view bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower. A 2nd full bathroom is located across corridor from 2nd bedroom. There is a separate lounge area with access to a private extended Patio, sun loungers and table for four guests. There is capacity for one (1) rollaway bed for 1 child (5-12 years). There are no self-catering facilities.
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Villa
Luxury, style and space – an beautiful retreat for the mind body and soul. Designed with privacy in mind, each villa features a private courtyard with hot tub, outdoor shower, loungers and landscaped garden. Relaxation is complete, with a lounge area, king size bed, walk in wardrobe, double monsoon shower and luxurious bath. Whether a romantic weekend away or just to get away, our Villas is the perfect place to relax – all year round. Fireplaces are currently not functioning. There is capacity for one (1) rollaway bed for 1 child 12 and under. There are no self-catering facilities.
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Superior Beachfront King
"Refurbished in 2025, these superior rooms boast stunning views of the magnificent Hokianga Harbour. Doors open out to a private balcony on 6 upper floor rooms and to a patio on 9 ground floor rooms. Includes satellite TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. There is capacity for one (1) rollaway bed for 1 child 12 and under. 6 rooms are on the first floor and 9 rooms on the ground floor (3 of the Superior rooms are in a separate building.
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Luxury Villa
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>366-sq-foot individually decorated room with a furnished patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Outdoor private hot tub</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Deep soaking bathtub and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Standard King Room
This studio features It includes satellite TV, ironing facilities, tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and a shower. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests.
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Courtyard Deluxe
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>322.9-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Deluxe King Studio
This studio features It includes satellite TV, ironing facilities, tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and a shower. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests.
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Courtyard Standard
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>301-sq-foot individually decorated room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, free toiletries, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>
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Standard Beachfront King Or Twin
The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.
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