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About this property
Beachfront Location: The Sands Motel in Tutukaka offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax in the lush garden or enjoy the outdoor seating and picnic areas. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, kitchenettes, balconies, and private bathrooms. Family rooms and ground-floor units provide additional comfort. Convenient Facilities: The motel provides free WiFi, a minimarket, outdoor dining area, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site parking is available for all guests. Nearby Attractions: Wellingtons Bay Beach is just a few steps away, while Whangarei Airport is 39 km distant. Other attractions include Northland Event Centre and Ah Reed Kauri Park, each 30 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sharlene
New Zealand
“The location always - amazing view of oxen can’t beat it! Very comfortable beds Big and roomy” - Milton
New Zealand
“Beautiful location and a comfortable space. Owners were lovely and accommodating.” - Roger
New Zealand
“Great location, great beach. Older style facilities that I found very comforting.” - Susy
New Zealand
“Really lovely owners. They even went especially into town to get us 🏉 and ⚽ balls when we asked if they had any. Such a gorgeous spot and so close to edge of beach. Very clean unit and super well stocked with everything you need for a fabulous...” - Sandra
New Zealand
“We loved this location right on the beach and u could hear the ocean!” - Shazztoi
United States
“Location to the beach..lovely walk..I walk every morning and this beach plus the wee mile up the hill at the end was awesomme” - John
Australia
“The welcome was wonderful. The location was splendid. It was so quite and peaceful after 16 days of stop start travel up the East Coast of Northland, across the top and down the West Coast to Tutukaka. The beach was just outside the back door and...” - Bernard
New Zealand
“Hosts were fantastic and the location is idyllic. Rooms a little dated but large and perfectly clean. Restaurants and cafe 8 mins drive away.” - Karolyn
Australia
“stunning location on the beach . Sunset was magnificent Room was newly renovated spacious and comfortable . Booked an extra night Hotel managers were pleasant and helpful” - Lynda
New Zealand
“The location was superb,quiet unit with beautiful outlook. Hosts very friendly,will definitely recommend to friends and family.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


