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The Sands Nelson

623 Rocks Road, New Zealand
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The Sands Nelson
4.5 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We stayed at the Sands in January 2012. We had a one bedroom apartment on the 2nd floor with sea views. It was a little breezy but the apartment was sunny and very well appointed with very modern appliances and appointments. The only thing I wasn't as taken with was the bedroom being at the back of the apartment backing... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

These apartments are only a few kilometres from the centre of Nelson City Centre. The apartments themselves are well worth the price. Local beach just across the road. More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

I have been staying at the Sands every month for the last 2 years while I am in Nelson for work. The management are always friendly and accommodating and the view is second to none. Fantastic modern rooms with everything you need when you are away from home. Just over the road from the beach and working distance to a... More

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Auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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We stayed in a one bedroom ocean view apartment at The Sands. It was very modern and had everything we needed. The ocean view rooms have lovely views across Tahunanui beach. The location is great and we had a quick bus ride into town on our first morning. It was a good staging post for exploring Nelson, Blenheim and Abel... More

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Suffolk
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2011

Apartments are situated out of Nelson centre but across the road from the beach with a number of eating options close by. Well equipped kitchen and comfortable living area. Living room is quiet, even though facing a road. However, found the bedroom was noisy as the window "looks" (high up so not for views!) out on to the secure car... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2011

Very Modern, Clean and spacious, great cooking facilities, fixtures and fittings. Comfortable bed, Fabulous and very extensive views across the water. Short drive into town. A little noisy when trucks pass on the main road but it didnt b other us when we closed the doors to balcony at night. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2011

We booked a three bedroom apartment at The Sands and were so excited to be upgraded to the Penthouse when we arrived. This apartment was large, spacious and had awesome views across the beach to Haulashore Island and the mountain range beyond. Gorgeous sunsets to be enjoyed. The apartment was well fitted out with comfortable bedding and linens. Convenient and... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2011

Always in motels, I was working in Nelson for 4days and came across The Sands.I booked online and had reply email to contact manager on arrival. He met me gave me key and remote. The entrance was a security fence and rolladoor as you parked up you were at your door. walking in was like an Apartment Ive lived in... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2011
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We really loved our 3 night stay at The Sands and enjoyed the benefit of low season travel by being upgraded to a two bedroom, two bathroom apartment. The apartment was very modern, clean and spacious and the managers friendly. Yes, it is on a busy road which may be an issue in the warmer months, however we had the... More

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Canberra, Australia
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2011

Very disappointed with whole expereincefor the price we paid. Not only were the rooms were not that clean the main bedrrom linen looked like it need a good wash and the 2nd bedroom was very small. View was great but yet again furniture on balcony very old looking. More

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623 Rocks Road, New Zealand
Price range (per night):* 140 AUD - 140 AUD

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