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 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

Brad
New Zealand New Zealand
Awesome apartment, great location. We'll definitely be back.
Karen
New Zealand New Zealand
Awesome view of beach. Lots of space. Very comfy bed. Was perfect fir us.
Nikke
New Zealand New Zealand
Directly across from the main beach. Food shops available downstairs. Manager Neville very kind and helpful. Comfy bed and apartment.
Rebecca
New Zealand New Zealand
3 bedroom apartment exceeded expectations. Spacious bedrooms, living area, full kitchen. 3 bathrooms, very well equipped, clean, gorgeous balcony with amazing views, free secure parking. Great value for money.
Sharon
New Zealand New Zealand
Huge apartment for two couples, massive lounge, fully equipped kitchen, great deck and views
Mỹ
Vietnam Vietnam
Nice view, the living room is very enjoyable with a good sound system and a very big tv. The apartment seems being recently renovated. Equipments are good except for the dryer.
Wayne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Second stay. Standards maintained and apartment well-equipped and laid out. Plenty of room to spend time relaxing in the lounge area. Bedrooms a good size, beds comfortable. Apartment clean and in an ideal location. Although on a main road,...
Natalia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very spacious, clean, great views of the sea and had everything you need to live.
Anna
Australia Australia
Great apartment - had everything we needed. Right across the road from the beach, lots of other attractions and activities close by (Go-carts, Wildlife Park, Car Museum, Wharf, cafes, restaurants). Main Street, supermarkets and town centre only a...
Susan
New Zealand New Zealand
Fantastic location with great views. Awesome coffee shop below!
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House rules

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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
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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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.
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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.