• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

The Sands offers luxury apartments in the heart of Nelson’s scenic Tahunanui area. All apartments offer private balconies, some with panoramic views of the Tasman Sea. Each well-decorated apartment features a flat-screen TV, washing machine and clothes dryer. Kitchen facilities include a dishwasher, full-sized oven and microwave. The Sands Nelson is a 5-minute walk from Tahunanui Beach and local cafes and restaurants. It is only 5 minutes' drive to Nelson city centre or Richmond. Free private parking is available. The Sands provides easy access to the many attractions of the Tasman Region including vineyards, Abel Tasman National Park, golf courses and shopping.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
2 extra-large double beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lamont
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely view. Great living room and kitchen. Laundry in apartment if needed. Deck super nice. Comfortable beds and plenty of bedding 🥵 - great for winter hols.
  • K
    Kimberley
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location was amaazing and the apartment was very spacious and had an excellent balcony
  • Quarrie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent view, great sized apartment with plenty of room for all the family

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Sands
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Media & Technology
    • Satellite channels
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • Telephone
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    • Air conditioning
    Outdoors
    • Balcony
    Food & Drink
    • Bar
    Activities
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
    Shops
    • Barber/beauty shop
    Miscellaneous
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Sands takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 40 per stay
    Cot upon request
    NZD 40 per stay
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 40 per stay

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash The Sands accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    FAQs about The Sands

    • The prices at The Sands may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Sands (subject to availability). These have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Sands (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 3 guests
      • 4 guests
      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, The Sands is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Sands offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • The Sands is 1.9 miles from the centre of Nelson. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Sands is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Sands on this page.

    • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from The Sands. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.