You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Whitesands
Enjoy your visit to Karkari Peninsula with a stay at Whitesands. Apartments feature bonuses such as washing machines, fridges and microwaves.
Languages
English
At a glance
Property size
6 apartments
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets stay for free (2 total)
Service animals welcome
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi in rooms*
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Internet
WiFi available (NZD 10 per day)
Parking and transport
Free self-parking on site
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Electric kettle
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining room
Sitting area
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue
Garden
Picnic area
Laundry
Washing machine
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Pets stay free
2 total pets
Suitability/Accessibility
No lifts
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Vending machine
No housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
6 rooms
2 floors
2 buildings
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guest rooms for NZD 10 per day (rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for NZD 10 per day (rates may vary)
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
WHITESANDS Kaitaia
WHITESANDS Apartment Karkari Peninsula
WHITESANDS Karkari Peninsula
WHITESANDS Apartment
WHITESANDS Karkari Peninsula
WHITESANDS Apartment Karkari Peninsula
Frequently asked questions
Does Whitesands offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Whitesands does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Whitesands?
Yes, pets stay for free, with a limit of 2 total.
Is parking offered on site at Whitesands?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Whitesands?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Whitesands and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing and swimming. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Does Whitesands have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a toaster, cookware and a fridge.
What's the area around Whitesands like?
Whitesands is a short 1-minute walk from Rangiputa Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Karikari Peninsula.
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Whitesands Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
Worth a stay stunning location
Booked last minute and the hosts were so accommodating despite having a reunion on, they made us feel so welcome and we will definitely come again.
Loren
Loren, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Sept 2024
Easy access to the beach, for walks, swimming, fishing and a boat ramp. Friendly hosts.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
A welcoming hotel to stay at!
An amazing stay for the whole family.
The owners really took their time to make us feel welcome and helped us with everything we needed. The fact that they bought a new flag since no one from Sweden been there before just to feel us welcomed says it all!
A friendly hotel that wants you to enjoy your stay, what else can you look for?
We are already trying to make plans to visit again.
Li
Li, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2022
Lovely managers, great spot right by the beach
Colin
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
We had a great weekend get away with our dog at whitesand. The hotel manager was lovely and very helpful. Finding a great place that is also pet friendly is great and we will book again on our future adventures. Amazing beach right on your door step for long walks and swims or to launch your boat for a fish. Perfect.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Sept 2023
Lovely spot, beautiful views and easy beach access. Very quiet. Very roomy. Plenty of parking. Lacked kitchen utensils and there were no lids for pots. Knowing in advance that there were no grocery shops or dining options would have been nice (I didn't see this at time of booking, but we were told when arriving). Owners were lovely and communitive.
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
10 Oct 2022
Property would have had a way better rating if it had of been clean it was all we needed just no clean. Owners were really lovely though
Debbie
Debbie, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
6 Nov 2022
If you are going to have accommodation available at least be reachable when guests arrive at your premises , admittedly I did book late in the day ,
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Sept 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
14 Nov 2023
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
5 Apr 2023
Deane
Deane, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Jan 2023
Graham
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2021
Great stay. Awesome beach. Water was still warm in April
M
M, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Feb 2020
Loved the location, the owners, the shower and the comfy beds!!! Have previously visited this place for a wedding and came back willingly.
My only real downfall is that the wifi (which I paid for) dropped in and out quite frequently.
Everything else was great
Verified traveller
3-night trip
6/10 Good
3 June 2019
Good location to beach but note, no seaview from apartment 2.
Leaking near window when it rains hard.
Water tasted weird even after boiling.
Water didn’t work on 2/4 of the days we were there.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Apr 2019
We loved how close it was to the beach. It had everything on it we needed.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Apr 2019
Nice quiet property check in easy nice people but bathroom old and needing replacement
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2018
Property central to beach and surrounding sites. Great owners who couldn't be more helpful
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2018
Lovely accommodation, very tidy, stayed two nights, not far from Kaitaia to make trip to Cape Reinga, thank you
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2018
Beautiful so want to come back. Just sad i felt like i over paid our stay coz they charged more for our kids that was bit stink
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jan 2018
Most enjoyable holiday ever.
What a spot!! Right next to the beach and ramp. Beautiful white sands and safe family friendly swimming. Some of the best fishing spots in the country on your doorstep. Most hospitable motel hosts ever. Cannot rate them highly enough. One of our best holidays ever and look we forward to a return sometime soon!!
Jim
Jim, 4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
4/10 Fair
28 Dec 2017
Limited space to sit and lounge
Beach limited to low tide only, 90 percent of water very shallow, main channel very far, mostly wind from west, difficult to swim, choppy sea.
Therefore, we would li,e to cancel our booking from February 17-21,
Itin. No. 7308386175314.