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The Sands Hotel Hokianga

★★★★ 334 State Highway 12, Opononi, NZ

8 guest rating· 906 reviews

About this hotel

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.

Rooms & rates

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Courtyard Standard

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi

<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>

Courtyard Deluxe

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<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>

Luxury Villa

Sleeps 2 · 34 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<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>

Two bedroom Beachfront Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 75 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

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.

Superior Beachfront King

Sleeps 2 · 36 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

"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.

Standard King Room

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

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.

Standard Beachfront King Or Twin

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Single bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

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.

Villa

Sleeps 2 · 42 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

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.

Deluxe King Studio

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

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.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
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  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Billiards
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Indoor play area
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Picnic area
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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334 State Highway 12, Opononi, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8906 reviews

+ Lovely views+ Friendly staff+ Good foodCleanliness issuesRoom did not match advertisementOverpriced for quality
Cleanliness6.5
Service9.4
Location9.5
Room Quality5.9
Amenities7.5
Value for Money7.4

Really nice

10.0

Beautiful clean great views

The single bed was squeaky

Audrey · AU · 2026-07-22

Guest review

8.0

Easy friendly check-in as well as nice clean room with a great view. Meal was very good and service was good without being overwhelming.

Nothing

Terry · NZ · 2026-07-18

Comfortable and relaxing and a view worth seeing

10.0

This was the second room at this property that I booked for this trip - sea views were impressive and the room was very comfortable, clean and beautifully updated. the outdoor furniture outside the room on your own sheltered patio was an added bonus as the weather was also beautiful!

Nothing to add here.

Tracy · NZ · 2026-07-16

Relaxing and beautiful location and property

10.0

As well as being a beautiful location - the hotel has vastly improved since my last visit - facilities have been updated and everything was clean, fresh and beautiful looking. The room was very comfortable and there was plenty of parking. The staff were also very friendly and helpful.

Nothing to add here

Tracy · NZ · 2026-07-16

Relaxing luxury experience with resort feel at reasonable price.

10.0

Shower was amazing! Very comfortable bed with good linen. Great view. Restaurant was exceptional for dinner and good for breakfast. Friendly staff.

Need a hook to hang towel in shower. A broom would have been handy. Locals a bit loud in neighbouring street.

Julie · NZ · 2026-07-13

Guest review

10.0

The villas are exceptional.

Dunn · NZ · 2026-07-09

Good to know

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.

Parking

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

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 5 years old to 16 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children from 4 years old to 16 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

People 17 years old and over stay for NZD 70 per person per night 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.