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The Sands Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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On the beach, beach towels
Family Apartment, Ocean View | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels
Family Apartment, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Family Apartment, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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48 Whangaumu St, Tutukaka, Northland, 0173
  • Whangaumu Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Tutukaka Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dive Tutukaka
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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Room options

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Family Apartment, Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Family Apartment, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Tutukaka

The Sands Motel places you 20 mi (32.2 km) from Town Basin Marina. Each of the 6 rooms at this motel includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Whangaumu Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tutukaka Marina - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Dive Tutukaka - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Tutukaka Headland - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Matapouri Bay - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnappa Rock - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moochas Bistro - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Sands Motel

Beachfront motel for sun and fun
Guests staying at The Sands Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a convenience store. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. This beach motel also has a garden.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • 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 and cash.

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.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

The Sands Motel Motel
The Sands Motel Tutukaka
The Sands Motel Motel Tutukaka

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Sands Motel?

This motel in Tutukaka is within a 10-minute walk of Whangaumu Bay and Motutara Island. You'll also find Tutukaka Marina and Dive Tutukaka within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sands Motel?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Motel on Jun 22, 2025 start from $132.68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Sands Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is limited per unit, free RV/bus/truck parking is also available. You'll find a max of 2 spaces per unit.

Does The Sands Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Sands Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Sands Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Sands Motel good for couples?

At this beachfront motel, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, ocean views in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Sands Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Sands Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Sands Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Sands Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Sands Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Sands Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to The Sands Motel?

The closest major airport to The Sands Motel is Whangarei (WRE), which is 24 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Sands Motel?

No, at The Sands Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

World class view!

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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very accommodating. Amazing beachfront.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

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

Location location location!

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reweti

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No dis likes everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning scenery!! My children and I fell in love with the sounds of crashing waves while we drifted off to sleep. Out of the way place. Perfect. Easy to check in and easy to check out. Cheers
Stayed 1 night in May 2024