Onetangi Beach is very picturesque, the Sands is a "larger" development cleverly nestled into the hills at the dead end section of the Strand. The Sands apartment was incredibly clean, well appointed and very comfortable. Two bed, self contained with everything you need for a great stay.

Great double bedroom appartment, just 20metres from the beach. Very well equipped, clean, spacious- perfect! Bev sorted us out with a really warm welcome, and continued to help us out with our ever changing requirements. There are no drawbacks for this accomodation-who needs wifi?-we're on holiday!!

I have stayed at The Sands now twice, both for weddings and highly recommend! Apartments vary on size pending no of guests. Clean, modern and amazing views out to Onetangi Beach. Kitchens will equipped for cooking for large groups, rooms spacious and beds very comfy. Close to beach, easily accessible to the bus to pop into town or supermarket if... More

The Sands is located on a beautiful stretch of beach on Waiheke Island. The setting is stunning, and the rooms are very nicely appointed and well equipped. The only reason I have not given this a 5/5 rating is because there is no free wi-fi, which I would expect at accommodation of this standard. You will also have to come... More

I went to Waiheke for a friend's wedding and this was a wonderful place to base myself. Spacious apartment with great views and all you need it terms of facilities and kit. Bev gave me a warm welcome and showed me all I needed. Located on the beach (you can't get any closer!) right at the far end of The... More

Thank you Bev and Guy for a wonderful stay, all our cousins from scotland raved about the accommodation and thank you for upgrading them due to a sale of there apartment that was out of your control. You just went out of your way and the little touch of setting up the apartment for our return from the wedding was... More

After finding the perfect wedding venue, we found our perfect wedding accomodation here at The Sands Apartments. We booked the 3 bedroom penthouse with spectacular sea views. The managers were wonderful people to deal with and talk to. Friendly and very welcoming to us all even with 2 rather loud and boisterous young boys. Apartment was very clean and tidy... More

Our daughter's wedding was held over a 3 day period in 2012 and we booked an assortment of rooms -5 in total- for our overseas guests at The Sands. Our family moved into the 3 bed 3 bath penthouse in the largest block for a week. It has 180 degree views of the entire Onetangi Bay and is very spacious.... More

Late October 2012 saw my sister & her partner make the trip from Queensland, Australia to Waiheke Island to hold their wedding with a small party of family & friends. Travelling so far for such a special event, we had hoped that our accomodation would live up to our expectations. The Sands @ Waiheke Island certainly did that & more... More