Fantastic view of the beach and coast. Straight across the road for beach access. Coffee and nice French style patisserie at street level. Several restaurants and bars within easy walking distance (6mins max) Very handy having washing machine & drier in the apartment.

Not a dislike exactly, apartments front onto the main road. It was noisy during the day, and particularly peak times. However the noise did not bother us and was completely eliminated if we closed the balcony doors. Traffic was extremely light from 7pm on. It certainly didn’t disturb our sleep. The apartment had a stale water smell, unsure if it was from appliance lack of use (dishwasher & washing machine doors closed) or perhaps an appliance or kitchen leak.

Very easy check in. Location is excellent, directly across from the beach. Apartment was large, well laid out and extremely comfortable. Furniture and fixtures were well maintained and a high quality. Close to regular bus routes into town. Restaurant directly beneath building is excellent. Fantastic view, enhanced by being able to open bi-fold doors wide. Great to have washing and drying facilities in the apartment. Master bedroom also had a walk-in wardrobe/dressing area! Manager very helpful and welcoming.

Very minor, but light carpets showing signs of age!

This spot is fantastic. Everything that we needed. The beach is across the road, so we went for swims, just a lovely spot. Room 309 was the best!!!!! It's a 3 bedroom with 3 toilets which was perfect! There is a bar downstairs which, has lovely locals - but please note this place closes by 8pm. The bar is just so lovely and friendly!

We stayed for 3 nights and it might be good if the rooms are serviced with extra supplies like toilet paper, because these were not during our stay. Fish and chip shop (which was ok - everyone was raving about it, but we weren't too impressed and the guy in the shop is so grumpy). This closed at 7pm and if you place an order after 6pm....don't expect him to be all cheerful!

Across the road from a popular beach with coffee shops and takeaway nearby. Even so it was quiet in the room. It was a great space with everything you need for a good stay including laundry and great kitchen. There was also a spacious patio.

It would have been great to have something to keep the patio doors open with as it was windy and they would slam shut, so I kept them closed. There are no supermarkets nearby if you want to shop for food to cook, not that that's their fault, just a comment on the location.

The Sands was in a convienet location with fabulous views and some cafes, restaurants nearby. Unit itself was very comfortable with a great balcony overlooking the beach. Would stay here aagain.

Need a mat on carpet when go onto balcony. In the morning balcony floor was wet and then when inside felt needed to wipe feet.

Fantastic staff to deal with, very secure for the kids. Kids beds were set up with very cute blankets. Gorgeous views. Very spacious, secure balcony. Huge cooking area in the room, easy access to downstairs food options. Secure carpark so need to stress about belongings. Very quiet inside and quite private.

Did not realize it wasn't endless hot water (whoops, my mistake but no biggie). Had a little trouble with the wifi but again wasn't an inconvenience and know if we talked to staff it would have been sorted (had data so didn't feel the need)

Enjoyed the very large apartment which had everything you needed including a laundry, a great kitchen and a spacious patio. It was clean, had a welcoming decor and undercover gated parking. Reception was very helpful when were confronted with an unexpected late arrival. A very pleasant stay.

Our apartment opened out on to a sunny balcony to allow us to enjoy the wonderful weather and the view of Tahunanui beach which was a 5 min walk away. It is situated on a very busy road but was pretty quiet at night during our stay. The kitchen was well equipped . Bedroom was good size and had plenty of cupboard space. Good secure parking. We enjoyed our stay and hope we can return soon.

The location is fantastic and it was very comfortable. Everything you need is basically a very short walk with bars, restaurants and cafes all close by. The view to the beach is great and the staff made it very easy to check in and check out. It was a great advantage having a washing machine and dryer in the room as well.

I used to stay here in a former job over 10 years ago and absolutely loved the place. I was very happy to find that nothing had changed at all.

My only gripe is that the restaurant downstairs which is really conveniently placed has lost its mojo. The food was terrible but that is absolutely no reflection on the rooms.