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Experience world-class service at The Sands @ St Francis

Featuring direct access to the beach and an infinity pool, The Sands is located in St. Francis Bay overlooking the Indian Ocean. It includes a restaurant and a bar, and provides free parking. The large rooms at The Sands @ St Francis feature a patio or a terrace with ocean views, and include a marble bathroom with spa bath. Elegantly decorated with exposed beams and wooden floors, they all have a seating area with a satellite TV. The restaurant has panoramic views, and serves light lunches and gourmet dinners that can also be enjoyed on the terrace. A buffet-style breakfast is also prepared every morning at The Sands. During the cold days, guests can enjoy a glass of fine South African wine in the living room, in front of the open fire. A steam room is also available upon request. Jeffreys Bay is 34 km, while Port Elizabeth Airport is 134 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish

    • Free parking available on-site


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1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Trent
    South Africa South Africa
    From the time we arrived till we left. I couldn't have asked for a better stay. This was our best stay to date!
  • Rob
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A Truly Exceptional Stay at The Sands From the moment we arrived, The Sands impressed us with its impeccable attention to detail. The panoramic sea views from our room were simply breathtaking, waking up to the sound of waves and the sight of the...
  • Keaton
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning property and very clean and comfortable. The perfect location and all amenities available were very good.
  • Ruth
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were friendly, helpful and attentive. The location was lovely and the bed luxurious.
  • Kirsty
    South Africa South Africa
    My room was amazing, the jacuzzi bath was so big and the view is incredible
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Views and accommodation were amazing. Staff and all the effort they put in were fantastic. Top class hospitality.
  • Courtz1302
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What an absolute piece of heaven with the most beautiful scenery of the sea! This boutique hotel is the best we have ever stayed in. From the personalised greeting cards to the amazing turn down service, the staff go out of their way to make you...
  • Colin
    South Africa South Africa
    We had a fantastic stay at The Sands. The location is fantastic, right on the beach and the accomodation is excellent. The staff were very helpfull and we had a great dinner and breakfast at the hotel. Overall a brilliant stay.
  • Vitor
    South Africa South Africa
    The room was beautiful, and the staff were really friendly. We were the only ones there that night and they totally went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable.
  • Joaquim
    South Africa South Africa
    breakfast, setting and service was superb. the location and access to the beach is absolutely excellent. the staff were super friendly and helpful.

Hosted by Heidi Penfold

9.7
Host review score
Heidi Penfold
The Sands @ St Francis is a luxurious Beach House offering uninterrupted views of the majestic Indian Ocean and endless stretches of pristine coastline. All of our 5 luxurious suites offer large sliding doors with views of the Indian Ocean and St Francis Main Beach. The bedrooms are modern with spacious bathrooms each with Jacuzzi bathtubs and glass enclosed showers. Come and enjoy waking to the sound of waves crashing on the beach while sipping on a steaming cup of freshly brewed coffee on your private deck, this is the kind of idyllic beach life that awaits you.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Octagon Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

The Sands @ St Francis takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 14:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:00
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Sands @ St Francis in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

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