Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?

The hotel is located on the beach, just steps from Dolphin Park and Pippi Beach. It is approximately 0.5 miles from South Head Park and Yamba Golf and Country Club.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features two outdoor swimming pools, which are seasonal.

The Sands Resort at Yamba - Aparthotel in Australia

What guests think

At The Sands Resort at Yamba, travellers consistently praise the beachfront location opposite Pippi Beach, spacious apartments with ocean views, family friendly pools, and friendly service, while noting stairs only, occasional housekeeping lapses, and some dated or inconsistent units.

Grounds are well maintained and the resort setting feels secure, with convenient undercover parking. Some apartments are modern and comfortable, while others feel dated, with occasional hard beds or limited bedroom air conditioning. Access to town dining and shops ranges from a short walk to a brief drive. Overall, expect a relaxed, family friendly resort stay.

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Facilities

Well maintained grounds, multiple pools and a spa, and convenient undercover or secure parking are praised; however, there is no lift and access is by stairs.

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Rajarshi

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and quiet. Easy access to public beach. Good pool and doa area

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Robert

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Ocean view apt had unobstructed views. Easy access to beach opposite. Secure property, well landscaped, undercover parking. Only downside for the less fit is the absence of a lift. Pleasant location.

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Alexis Virginia

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is excellent and saw whales breaching many times. The apartment was in need of a good clean. Burnt on ?cheese both on stovetop and bench top. Kitchen bench & dining table covered in dust, table also had food stuck on it. Drain under bathroom sink leaking for a while as wood had become swollen, office didnt know about leak but organised repair same day. Grounds in the complex are well kept. No lifts so have to lug your luggage up the stairs.

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James

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Parking spot right outside or could use garage if you wish

10

CAROL

Mar 15, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Beautiful property and resort. Lovely pools and right on the beach

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Nadine

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very spacious, clean apartment, perfect for families, with the resort having 2 pools and a spa for the kids. Location was excellent right by the ocean and a short walk to the town centre. My only feedback, was it would be nice to see some basic condiments in the apartment such as oil or salt/pepper - but really my only comment

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Maureen

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Undercover parking convenient. Easy access to amenities.The unit was perfect for our golf group. The unit was mostly clean and tidy. The bathrooms were clean but the grouting needs a good scrub with mould killer or grouting replaced. The drain in the 2nd bathroom was not draining properly. There was a broken glass in the pantry. We would still recommend The Sands for our trip next year.

10

Alan

Jan 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great accommodation, great location,great facilities ,bed was very hard not up to the standard of the rest of the stay

10

Bruce

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Spectacular views of the ocean. Great beach location. Undercover parking. Apartment had a real holiday vacation vibe.

10

Tony

Nov 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great townhouse, well equipped design, good facilities, close to beach. Great stay, would return.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found apartments very clean, but recurring issues appear in some units, including dirty grout, kitchen grease or dust, and occasional hairs; a few also reported minor maintenance grime like slow drains.

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GRAEME

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beach very good. Apartment was very roomy and very clean and tidy.

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Edelweis

Nov 2, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Good sized apartment. Nicely cleaned and smelt amazing as soon as the door was opened. A great variety of cooking equipment. Loved the location, nice and quiet.

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Alexis Virginia

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is excellent and saw whales breaching many times. The apartment was in need of a good clean. Burnt on ?cheese both on stovetop and bench top. Kitchen bench & dining table covered in dust, table also had food stuck on it. Drain under bathroom sink leaking for a while as wood had become swollen, office didnt know about leak but organised repair same day. Grounds in the complex are well kept. No lifts so have to lug your luggage up the stairs.

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Andrew

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great service and the room was exceptionally clean and a spectacular view

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Dennis

Nov 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We did not like that we had booked an Ocean view apartment and were given an apartment looking into bushes. The kitchen was not clean the sinks needed a good cream cleanser on them and the outside of the oven was greasy and the microwave. By booking through Wotif unfortunately the venues give you the lesser rooms.

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Maureen

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Undercover parking convenient. Easy access to amenities.The unit was perfect for our golf group. The unit was mostly clean and tidy. The bathrooms were clean but the grouting needs a good scrub with mould killer or grouting replaced. The drain in the 2nd bathroom was not draining properly. There was a broken glass in the pantry. We would still recommend The Sands for our trip next year.

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Judy

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

the place was very clean and well appointed. Great bed. Thanks

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Daniel

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent beachfront location, clean comfortable and modern, everything we needed for Christmas. We felt very lucky to secure this booking a couple of days before Xmas (assume someone cancelled) as location, price and amenities were perfect. It’s a short drive to town amenities, but only 3-5 minutes. Pool.

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Joe

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Come here every year. Love it. Only gripe was a few hairs in bathroom and bed after checking in. Would be nice if air con lefton as we arrived late and it took hours to cool down.

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Glenda

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Surrounds and gardens were beautifully maintained and well signed. Inside we found apartment was run down and very used- requires new bed and bedding/doonas and pillows had odour, ceiling fans. Dissapointing when outside appearance was inviting.

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Rooms

Apartments are generally spacious and well equipped, many suiting families; quality varies, with some units dated and occasional issues like hard beds, limited bedroom air conditioning, or older bathrooms.

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GRAEME

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beach very good. Apartment was very roomy and very clean and tidy.

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John

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Extremely spacious apartment over 2 floors.

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Paloma

Jan 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately the master had no aircon and the blinds were terrible as they had a massive gap in the middle that goes straight into the bed but other than that it was really good!!

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Donna

Mar 2, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Disappointing the penthouse unit we stayed in was very tied and out dated both fixtures & furniture,the balcony wasn’t big enough to fit a family on,the only saving grace was the ocean view. When the storm hit on Sunday night there was rain coming in the doors & thru the ceiling,we were offered a garden unit late Monday with a 20% discount ,we are a captive audience as we are flooded in the following day we found another beachside resort a lot cheaper with superior modern fixtures & furniture & quality inclusions. Would not recommend

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Wendy

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Just the most beautiful position with the ocean directly in front. The apartment was spacious and the king bed very comfy. The complex was very clean, tidy & well maintained. The gardens & pool area were stunning. The reception staff were friendly & helpful. We would highly recommend staying here.

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Jillian

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely apartments and beautiful beach view opposite Pippi Beach. Pool towells ready for us in the room, well equiped kitchen and comfortable bedding. Be aware there are only stairs available to access rooms so no good for the elderly and unfit!

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Carlyn

Nov 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious apartment overlooking the beach. Spa bath is amazing. Location couldn’t be better, basically across the road from the beach access. Pippi beach is beautiful and dog friendly. It’s a really fun for playing on the sand and hunting sea creatures, there’s also a rockpool nearby. We didn’t swim as the water is still very cold. We also really liked the feet wash station on the side of the apartment block to make sure we don’t go inside with sandy feet.

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Alan

Jan 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great accommodation, great location,great facilities ,bed was very hard not up to the standard of the rest of the stay

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Robert

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

We asked to change apartments due to adjacent renovations. The apartment we were offered was old and disgusting and badly in need of an upgrade.

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Chris

Dec 23, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great space. Nice air flow. Bathrooms could be more modern.

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Service

Staff are consistently friendly, welcoming and helpful, with smooth communication, accommodating check in, and prompt responses to issues.

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Brendan

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I was only here for business so didn't get the opportunity to enjoy what the Sands Resort offers but it was clear, well presented, plenty of parking and communication was excellent.

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Debra

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing view from our deck. Quiet area within walking distance to everything. Lovely well maintained property with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Friendly and helpful staff.

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Wendy

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Just the most beautiful position with the ocean directly in front. The apartment was spacious and the king bed very comfy. The complex was very clean, tidy & well maintained. The gardens & pool area were stunning. The reception staff were friendly & helpful. We would highly recommend staying here.

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Margaret

Mar 13, 2025

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Stayed 11 nights

Very good- very accommodating

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Andrew

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great service and the room was exceptionally clean and a spectacular view

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Byron

Jan 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Reene at reception was very helpful with check in and continued to check on us during our stay to see if we needed anything. Really nice place to stop over on our trip along the coast. Will be back for a longer stay next time.

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David

Sep 26, 2023

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Great location opposite beautiful beach but still close to town. Nice apartments and facilities, with friendly staff.

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Richard M

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, great apartment and great service..can't ask for better than that!

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Emma

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location . Fantastic apartment - loved the decor !! Great reception staff- thanks for the warm welcome.

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Paul

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Not close to any restaurants, bars, cafes etc. close to the beach and quiet spot in Yamba. Property is showing its age now. There is no lift and stairs can be of a challenge. Staff onsite we friendly and helpful.

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Location

Beachfront opposite Pippi Beach in a quiet setting with easy access and ocean outlooks. Reaching town shops and dining ranges from a short walk to a brief drive, and some found the walk long in hot weather.

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Paul

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location and views. Loved the beach across the road.

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Geoffrey

Feb 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The Sands has an excellent location opposite the beach and the apartment was spacious and comfortable. It was a long walk to town especially on a hot day, so we had to use the car often.

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Alison

Dec 30, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Right beside the beach and close to all shops and cafes. Very well maintained property and grounds.

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Jillian

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely apartments and beautiful beach view opposite Pippi Beach. Pool towells ready for us in the room, well equiped kitchen and comfortable bedding. Be aware there are only stairs available to access rooms so no good for the elderly and unfit!

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David

Sep 26, 2023

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Great location opposite beautiful beach but still close to town. Nice apartments and facilities, with friendly staff.

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Carlyn

Nov 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious apartment overlooking the beach. Spa bath is amazing. Location couldn’t be better, basically across the road from the beach access. Pippi beach is beautiful and dog friendly. It’s a really fun for playing on the sand and hunting sea creatures, there’s also a rockpool nearby. We didn’t swim as the water is still very cold. We also really liked the feet wash station on the side of the apartment block to make sure we don’t go inside with sandy feet.

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Daniel

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent beachfront location, clean comfortable and modern, everything we needed for Christmas. We felt very lucky to secure this booking a couple of days before Xmas (assume someone cancelled) as location, price and amenities were perfect. It’s a short drive to town amenities, but only 3-5 minutes. Pool.

10

Bruce

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Spectacular views of the ocean. Great beach location. Undercover parking. Apartment had a real holiday vacation vibe.

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Gabriel

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location

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Paul

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Not close to any restaurants, bars, cafes etc. close to the beach and quiet spot in Yamba. Property is showing its age now. There is no lift and stairs can be of a challenge. Staff onsite we friendly and helpful.

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3 Bedroom Penthouse

2 Bedroom Ocean Front Apartment Ground Floor

3 Bedroom Ocean Front Apartment First Floor

2 Bedroom Ocean Front Apartment Top Floor

2 Bedroom Ocean Front Apartment First Floor

One Bedroom Ocean Facing Apartment

3 Bedroom Ocean Front Apartment Top Floor

One Bedroom Villa

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3 Bedroom Superior Apartment First Floor

Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment

One Bedroom First Floor Apartment

3 Bedroom Superior Villa

3 Bedroom Ocean Front Apartment Ground Floor

3 Bedroom Superior Apartment Top Floor

3 Bedroom Luxury Villa

3 Bedroom Superior Penthouse

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