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The Sands Motel

Whangarei, Northland

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4.7/5

FantasticFrom 10 reviews

5.0/526 Mar 2025

Sara • Couple Trip

A quick overnight trip en route to Russell but a lovely place. Super clean and well equipped. Staff were extremely nice and helpful. Beautiful place on the beach with a world class view. Wish we could have stayed longer. Nice restaurants nearby too!

5.0/529 Nov 2024

Karene • Family Trip

Staff very accommodating. Amazing beachfront.

5.0/511 Aug 2024

Best location ever! Property is a bit dated bit clean and warm and brilliantly located on a stunning beach only 30 minutes from Whangārei if that.

5.0/52 Aug 2024

Amanda • Family Trip

View was beautiful and relaxing. Ross and Shelley were so nice and friendly. Although there are no stores nearby, they do offer the necessities at the office. It was great having a full kitchen. We would definitely recommend staying at The Sands.

5.0/513 Jun 2024

Reweti • Family Trip

No dis likes everything was great

4.4/58 Nov 2023

Very nice and clean cabin, the hosts are friendly, and the environment is really beautiful. I recommend a walk to the beach, then turn right and continue up to the lookout, and then continue to many other empty beaches and beautiful scenery.

4.4/52 Jan 2023

This place was amazing. This place is right on the shore but far enough back to be private and peaceful. Having pleasant furnished rooms with a lot of space, you feel like you have the space to yourself even when it's full. It's worth it. But there's still time for us to go back, and we will return. Some of the following questions do not apply since we were out of lockdown. Hand sanitizer was also provided.

4.4/529 Dec 2022

We will go back. We are glad we reserved for a few nights so we had enough time to beachcomb and climb a few hills to see the sights. But remember to reserve at the low tide during the day in order to get around the rocky points. Fishing was good. The motel unit was equipped with everything you need. Two fridges! There are no nearby restaurants or food shops, so you must bring your own snacks. When we made our reservation, the motel informed us what our unit was equipped with. Cars were given a fenced park.

4.4/524 Jul 2022

It was a bit cold overnight, but the heater worked fine. Unfortunately, it's also a bit windy, so I didn't use the outdoor area too much. But on a calm and sunny day it would be great.

4.2/529 Oct 2023

Beautiful motel that is located directly on the beach and has a lovely green area in the centre with trees and picnic benches. The sound of the ocean from our room was fantastic! The accommodation is spotless and suitable for use. Brett and Shirley were kind and helpful. There, we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. If I could, the location should provide mosquito nets to provide better mosquito protection on the windows and even something for the outer doors. We frequently had one or more mosquito bites in the room at night, and I did get quite a few bites. Just excuse the pun, this was the only flies in the ointment.

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24-hour Front Desk

Children Facility

Free Parking

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Garden

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Parking (Free)

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Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

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Grocery/Convenience Store

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No Elevators

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Free WiFi

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48 Whangaumu St, Tutukaka, Northland, NZ

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-7:00 PM

Check-out10:00

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Parking height restrictions apply.

About The Sands Motel

The Sands Motel Location
When you stay at The Sands Motel in Tutukaka, you'll be on the beach and 20 mi (32.2 km) from Town Basin Marina. This beach motel is within the region of Waipu Cove Beach.

The Sands Motel Facility and Service
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

The Sands Motel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and electric kettles.

Restaurant and Cafe
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of The Sands Motel.

Room Type and Price

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 - Wed, 09 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children