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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 9.9 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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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Andre
South Africa South Africa
The privacy of the room. Nice bath and friendly service manager.
Klemens
Germany Germany
perfect service, best filled mini bar, stunning view and a stairway down to the beach
Themba
South Africa South Africa
loved the sands! the homey feeling, the staff and location! perfect. Really loved the rooms and how the room opens up to the deck and swimming pool with great views
Armando
South Africa South Africa
Absolutely beautiful location. Personalised welcome cards. Professional service by the staff. Fantastic room and bathroom. Breakfast was amazing. How’s the view of the ocean from the beautiful pool!?
Desiree
Spain Spain
We had an absolute amazing time at the Sands. The property and the rooms are very clean and beautiful with an amazing sea view. The managers and staff are wonderful, very friendly and attentive. Breakfast was delicious. We will definitely come...
Nosipho
South Africa South Africa
Our stay was perfect, the place is beautiful with luxurious and elegant decor. We enjoyed the jacuzzi,fireplace and beautiful table setting at the restaurant with sea views. We felt at home and wished to extend our stay, excellent 5 start...
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.

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

Facilities of The Sands @ St Francis

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

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.