Motel★★★★
The Sands Motel
Tutukaka, New Zealand
About The Sands Motel
The Sands Motel is a motel in Tutukaka, New Zealand. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.8 out of 10 across 7 reviews. Facilities include beachfront, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 2.7 km from the centre of Tutukaka. The nearest beach is 40 m away. The nearest airport, Whangarei Airport (WRE), is 21 km away.
- Type
- Motel
- Star rating
- ★★★★
- Check-in from
- 14:00
- Check-out until
- 10:00
- Rooms
- 6
- Floors
- 1
- Other stays within 500 m
- 0
48 Whangaumu St sandsmotel.co.nz
Prices
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Live prices around The Sands Motel
Real nightly rates from booking partners for the dates you picked above. Tap a price for the offer.
The Sands Motel: nightly price by month
- Cheapest month: November, about €126 a night on average
- Most expensive month: May, about €201 a night on average
- Lowest price we found: €126 for the night of 10 November
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All months
| Month | Average | Lowest |
|---|---|---|
| November | €126 | €126 (10 November) |
| December | €147 | €147 (15 December) |
| March | €143 | €143 (9 March 2027) |
| April | €141 | €141 (13 April 2027) |
| May | €201 | €201 (11 May 2027) |
| June | €201 | €201 (15 June 2027) |
| July | €201 | €201 (13 July 2027) |
| August | €201 | €201 (10 August 2027) |
| September | €201 | €201 (14 September 2027) |
Averages of real one-night prices for two adults on Agoda, a Tuesday and a Saturday in each month, last checked 22 October 2026. In euros; the final price is shown before you book.
How The Sands Motel scores
Compared with the average hotel in Tutukaka.
- Guest rating 9.8
- Location 5.5
- Beach access 10.0
Tutukaka average
Rating on Google
4.8/5
From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.
Amenities
BeachfrontFree parkingFree Wi-Fi
Leisure
- Beachfront
- Terrace
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Parking & transport
- Free parking
Services
- Laundry
In the rooms
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 5.5/10
- Walk grade
- 0/100 Car recommended
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 0
- Sights within 1 km
- 0
| Nearest beach | 40 m1 min walk |
|---|---|
| Nearest airportWhangarei Airport (WRE) | 21 km48 min drive |
| Distance to the centreTutukaka | 2.7 km6 min drive |
Compare The Sands Motel with nearby hotels
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- Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka Hotel ★★★★ 2.7 km away8.7
Questions about The Sands Motel
When is The Sands Motel cheapest?
In our price checks, the cheapest month is November, at about €126 a night on average. The most expensive is May, at about €201.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sands Motel?
Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.
Is there parking at The Sands Motel?
Yes, the listing mentions free parking.
How far is The Sands Motel from the airport?
The nearest airport, Whangarei Airport (WRE), is 21 km away in a straight line.
Is The Sands Motel close to the beach?
The nearest beach is 40 m from the hotel.
How many rooms does The Sands Motel have?
The Sands Motel has 6 rooms on 1 floors.
Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. How we score