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The Sands Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Tutukaka motel

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Photo gallery for The Sands Motel

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and green vegetation in the foreground.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a grey armchair. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining table with four chairs.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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48 Whangaumu St, Tutukaka, Northland, 0173
  • Place, Whangaumu Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Motutara Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Philip Island
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a grey armchair. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.

Family Apartment, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tutukaka

On the beach.Within the region of this Tutukaka motel, you'll find Town Basin Marina and Waipu Cove Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Whangaumu Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Motutara Island - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Philip Island - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Tutukaka Marina - 12 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Town Basin Marina - 42 min drive - 24.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tahi Cafe Pataua North - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Heardys House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Whippy - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Sands Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Tutukaka motel
The Sands Motel offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and a convenience store. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tutukaka motel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Sands Motel offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

This Tutukaka motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sands Motel to the airport?

The Sands Motel is 24 mi (44-min drive) away from the Whangarei (WRE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Motel on Aug 10, 2026 start from $167, including 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.

Does The Sands Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sands Motel.

How close is The Sands Motel to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sands Motel offer free breakfast?

The Sands Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Sands Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Sands Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Sands Motel have a pool?

The Sands Motel does not have a pool.

Does The Sands Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Sands Motel to downtown Tutukaka?

The Sands Motel is 1.7 mi away from Tutukaka.

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

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very accommodating. Amazing beachfront.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reweti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No dis likes everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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