The Sands - Waiheke Island

The Sands is really lovely. The owner is super nice and helpful, location is great, and the water pressure is good too. We are right across the road from the beach. The only thing is that when we first arrived the mugs in our room were dirty and in the dishwasher which we couldn't work out how to turn on. It all turned out okay because the owner apologized and came and fixed it for us :) The Boathouse is at the end of the road and very nice for dinner.

Beautiful sea view apartments, great location on the best beach around. I love coming back here!

This is a great place to stay and relax. Easy to get to ferry from Auckland. You can take your car or go on foot and catch the local bus. $10 a day gives you an unlimited bus pass for the whole island. There is plenty to see and do on the island. Great food, walks, eateries, you can swim, go paddle boarding kayaking, sit and relax in a beach front cafe and watch the day pass you by. Lots of art and ulturnative people who are very interesting to talk to. They have a weekend market with great fresh produce that's well worth a try. If you are into golf check out the course it's stunning with its views everywhere... If you don't mind heights check out the zip lines. Well worth the adventure and tour above the natural bush. If you are into food and wine tasting then you will be kept busy and in heaven, lots to try and buy. Great place to bring a boat, stay over night in one of the many amazing little coves. Catch a fish for dinner or some other delight. For me, Waiheke is a great playground for everyone I have ever taken here. It's an easy place to spent a very relaxing week or two. Very easy to come back. Great place for an afternoon lunch from the city too for something different. It's an easy hop on the ferry, transport is good to some very beautiful restaurants and cafes that have great views, either back to the city or the outer gulf. In short, highly recommend for a visit and explore.

Very pleasant place to stay. Right across the beach with a stunning view. Located on the best beach on Waiheke. Wake up to the sound of ocean. Decent and well equipped apartments with numbered parking. Very friendly manager. Would highly recommend this place.

Fantastic place, great hosts, friendly and happy.Great location, great rooms, this is the place to go to relax, well appointed apartments, nice coffee spots and wineries etc. Definitely on our list for a repeat visit or two, as Auckland locals hard to find somewhere to visit with no hassle and no traffic getting there to boot.Robin

Average Hotel and lazy & dodgy owners.Stayed here over early January of this year, the room itself had no milk in the fridge yet they supply Tea & coffee making facilities" we question the owner and he says that he went up to get toilet paper but didn't get any milk. No apology or any resolution provided. The owner is barely there and the reception closes at random points during the day

A major scam and fraud system to con guests out of their money, owners are incompetent to own up and be mature about the issues we experienced while staying here. Act with caution when leaving credit card details with these stated people as they will utilize it without you're agreement.

Great spot with lovely view. Spacious clean rooms with modern amenities. Staff were helpful and professional. Might even consider bringing the kids next time... or not ;-)

Serene garden out back, relaxed staff, classy menu unlike most.

Good locale. Rooms were spacious, bed was comfortable. Here on conference so can't comment on value for money. Would have no qualms returning here.