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The Sands @ St Francis

5.0 star property
5-star beach guest house with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Bar (on property)
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check out the area

Map
8 Frank Road, Saint Francis Bay, Eastern Cape, 6312
  • Popular LocationSt. Francis Bay Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Francis Links4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort St. Francis6 min drive
  • AirportPort Elizabeth (PLZ)94 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Saint Francis Bay

Oceanside stay.You'll find St. Francis Bay Beach and St. Francis Bay Golf Club within a 15-minute walk of this Saint Francis Bay guesthouse. St. Francis Links and Port St. Francis are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. Francis Bay Beach - 2 min walk
  • St. Francis Bay Golf Club - 12 min walk
  • St. Francis Links - 4 min drive
  • Port St. Francis - 6 min drive
  • Seal Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • St Francis Brewing Company - 8 min walk
  • Off The Menu - 12 min walk
  • Big Time Taverna - 5 min drive
  • Chokka Block Restaurant - 6 min drive
  • Rambling Rose - 9 min walk

About this property

The Sands @ St Francis

5-star beach guest house with 2 outdoor pools
As a guest of The Sands @ St Francis, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a spa tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Sands @ St Francis. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Saint Francis Bay guesthouse.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2003
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Sands @ St Francis offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Sands @ St Francis

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

This property enforces quiet hours after 11 PM.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sands @ St Francis to the airport?

The Sands @ St Francis is 73.2 mi (95-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sands @ St Francis?

As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands @ St Francis on May 18, 2024 start from $115.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Sands @ St Francis have an airport shuttle?

The Sands @ St Francis offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Sands @ St Francis to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 2-minute walk from St. Francis Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sands @ St Francis offer free breakfast?

The Sands @ St Francis offers free English breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Sands @ St Francis?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Sands @ St Francis?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Sands @ St Francis?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Sands @ St Francis have a pool?

The Sands @ St Francis features 2 outdoor pools.

Does The Sands @ St Francis have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Sands @ St Francis have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Sands @ St Francis to downtown Saint Francis Bay?

The Sands @ St Francis is 0.6 mi away from Saint Francis Bay.

The Sands @ St Francis Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashwani

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlise

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was fantastic . The booking process via `expedia was very messy - 3 separate debits, two on the same day with a compensating credit the same day - all processed on different dates at different exchange rates. Very unsatisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Sands
Nice place in a good location for exploring St Francis bay. Great views over the ocean and a good place to watch surfers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location made up for what was a bit disappointing as a top rated venue . It was overpriced for what you got .Bin not empty when we arrived .No dinner service available although we were not told that until we arrived . Breakfast very average . That said best views of the coast we experienced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happy
Loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and Dining were excellent. They prepared delicious daily gluten-free and dairy-free breakfast for me. Everything was homemade and healthy. We loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

St. Francis Bay delight
A love.y room with a great view. Very hospitable! Amazingly friendly. Really loved it. Would definitely stay with them again. ,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mariette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning location. Great service.
We made a very last minute reservation (2 hours before arrival) during a road trip in Aug and received a very friendly reception. The room was perfect with spectacular views. The service was fantastic and they even washed our car!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018