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The Sands Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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Property grounds
Family Apartment, Ocean View | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels
Family Apartment, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Family Apartment, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
The Sands Motel blends beachy charm with practical comforts. Guests relax in the garden or visit the on-site grocery store for essentials. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, while laundry facilities add convenience to the laid-back coastal experience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Family Apartment, Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Family Apartment, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Tutukaka, The Sands Motel is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Waipu Cove Beach and Mangawhai Heads Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Town Basin Marina.
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Map
48 Whangaumu St, Tutukaka, Northland, 0173

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

  • ‪Marina Woodfire Dining - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sands Motel

Motel by the sea
Take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a garden, and laundry facilities at The Sands Motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms at The Sands Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

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

Is The Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of Sep 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Motel on Sep 14, 2025 start from $111.49, 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.

How much is parking at The Sands Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Sands Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sands Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tutukaka motel is 20 mi (32.2 km) from Town Basin Marina.

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