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Whitesands

3.0 star property
Beachfront apartment for sun and fun

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Standard Studio | Terrace/patio
Apartment, Accessible (Number Four) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Apartment, Accessible (Number Four) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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1 Rangiputa Road, Rangiputa, Karkari Peninsula, 0483
  • Place, Karikari Peninsula
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rangiputa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ninety Mile Beach
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number One) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number One)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, Accessible (Number Four) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, Accessible (Number Four)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Two) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Two)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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3-Bedroom Apartment (2 Kings, 1 Bunk, 1 Single, 1 Sofabed) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3-Bedroom Apartment (2 Kings, 1 Bunk, 1 Single, 1 Sofabed)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Standard Studio

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Three) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Three)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Karkari Peninsula

Whitesands places you next to Rangiputa Beach and within a 15-minute walk of Karikari Peninsula. The 6 rooms at this 3-star apartment building include kitchens, dining areas, and sitting areas.
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What's nearby

  • Karikari Peninsula - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rangiputa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tokerau Beach - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Maitai Bay - 23 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Ninety Mile Beach - 53 min drive - 32.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kaitaia (KAT) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carrington Winery And Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Foreshores Fish and Chips - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tuatua Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Karikari Estate - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whitesands

Beachfront apartment for sun and fun
Guests staying at Whitesands enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Other amenities at this beach apartment building include a vending machine, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
Each apartment is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a dining area and a sitting area. Guests can enjoy a flat-screen TV and stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total
  • Pets stay free
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • One-time cleaning fee: NZD 50

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • No housekeeping service
  • Vending machine

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 6 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

WHITESANDS Kaitaia
WHITESANDS Apartment Karkari Peninsula
WHITESANDS Karkari Peninsula
WHITESANDS Apartment
WHITESANDS Karkari Peninsula
WHITESANDS Apartment Karkari Peninsula

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Whitesands?

Whitesands provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Whitesands?

This apartment is located in Karkari Peninsula, just steps from Rangiputa Beach. You'll also find Karikari Peninsula and Puheke Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the apartment.

Does Whitesands include a casino?

No, Whitesands doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Whitesands?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Whitesands?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront apartment include a kitchen and free Internet access in each apartment with some featuring sea views.

Does Whitesands have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does Whitesands feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Whitesands doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Whitesands allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Whitesands.

What is the closest airport to Whitesands?

The closest major airport to Whitesands is Kaitaia (KAT), which is 22.6 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Whitesands?

Yes, some apartments at this apartment offer a balcony where guests can enjoy sea or courtyard views.

Whitesands Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Worth a stay stunning location

Booked last minute and the hosts were so accommodating despite having a reunion on, they made us feel so welcome and we will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the beach, for walks, swimming, fishing and a boat ramp. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great weekend get away with our dog at whitesand. The hotel manager was lovely and very helpful. Finding a great place that is also pet friendly is great and we will book again on our future adventures. Amazing beach right on your door step for long walks and swims or to launch your boat for a fish. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot, beautiful views and easy beach access. Very quiet. Very roomy. Plenty of parking. Lacked kitchen utensils and there were no lids for pots. Knowing in advance that there were no grocery shops or dining options would have been nice (I didn't see this at time of booking, but we were told when arriving). Owners were lovely and communitive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Deane

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

Roger

Traveled with partner
If you are going to have accommodation available at least be reachable when guests arrive at your premises , admittedly I did book late in the day ,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely managers, great spot right by the beach

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property would have had a way better rating if it had of been clean it was all we needed just no clean. Owners were really lovely though
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

M

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great stay. Awesome beach. Water was still warm in April
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, the owners, the shower and the comfy beds!!! Have previously visited this place for a wedding and came back willingly. My only real downfall is that the wifi (which I paid for) dropped in and out quite frequently. Everything else was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to beach but note, no seaview from apartment 2. Leaking near window when it rains hard. Water tasted weird even after boiling. Water didn’t work on 2/4 of the days we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved how close it was to the beach. It had everything on it we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Nice quiet property check in easy nice people but bathroom old and needing replacement
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property central to beach and surrounding sites. Great owners who couldn't be more helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter, New Plymouth, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely accommodation, very tidy, stayed two nights, not far from Kaitaia to make trip to Cape Reinga, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful so want to come back. Just sad i felt like i over paid our stay coz they charged more for our kids that was bit stink
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Most enjoyable holiday ever.

What a spot!! Right next to the beach and ramp. Beautiful white sands and safe family friendly swimming. Some of the best fishing spots in the country on your doorstep. Most hospitable motel hosts ever. Cannot rate them highly enough. One of our best holidays ever and look we forward to a return sometime soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

4/10 Poor

Mark and Dorte,, Whangaparaoa

Liked: Cleanliness

Limited space to sit and lounge

Beach limited to low tide only, 90 percent of water very shallow, main channel very far, mostly wind from west, difficult to swim, choppy sea. Therefore, we would li,e to cancel our booking from February 17-21, Itin. No. 7308386175314.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Li

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A welcoming hotel to stay at!

An amazing stay for the whole family. The owners really took their time to make us feel welcome and helped us with everything we needed. The fact that they bought a new flag since no one from Sweden been there before just to feel us welcomed says it all! A friendly hotel that wants you to enjoy your stay, what else can you look for? We are already trying to make plans to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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