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Whitesands

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront apartments with free parking

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Standard Studio | Terrace/patio
Apartment, Accessible (Number Four) | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
3-Bedroom Apartment (2 Kings, 1 Bunk, 1 Single, 1 Sofabed) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number One) | Living room | Flat-screen TV
Property entrance

Reviews

8.2 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
  • Rangiputa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Tokerau Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Karikari Peninsula
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Two) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Two)

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

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

Apartment, Accessible (Number Four)

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

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number One) | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number One)

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

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Standard Studio | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Standard Studio

  • Studio
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Three) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Number Three)

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

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3-Bedroom Apartment (2 Kings, 1 Bunk, 1 Single, 1 Sofabed) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

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

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

About the neighborhood

Karkari Peninsula

On the beach.At this apartment, you'll be steps from Rangiputa Beach and within a 15-minute walk of Karikari Peninsula. Puheke Beach and Tokerau Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rangiputa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Puheke Beach - 13 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Tokerau Beach - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Karikari Peninsula - 17 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Maitai Bay - 23 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kaitaia (KAT) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Foreshores Fish and Chips - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Karikari Estate - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Carrington Estate - ‬14 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

3-star beachfront apartments with free parking
Whitesands offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Whitesands also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Karkari Peninsula apartment is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Whitesands offers 6 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Karkari Peninsula apartment provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (NZD 10 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 10 per day)

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
  • Smoke-free property

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 9 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 10 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 10 per day (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

How close is Whitesands to the airport?

Whitesands is 22.6 mi (34-min drive) away from the Kaitaia (KAT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whitesands?

As of Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitesands on Jun 14, 2025 start from $78.3, 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.

Does Whitesands have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Whitesands.

How close is Whitesands to the beach?

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

Does Whitesands offer free breakfast?

Whitesands does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Whitesands?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Whitesands?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Whitesands?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Whitesands have a pool?

Whitesands does not have a pool.

Does Whitesands have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Whitesands to downtown Karkari Peninsula?

Whitesands is 0.1 mi away from Rangiputa.

Whitesands Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

8.6/10

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