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The Sands @ St Francis

5.0 star property
Elegant beach guesthouse and 2 outdoor swimming pools

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2 outdoor pools
Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachfront
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachfront | Deep soaking bathtub
Bar (on property)
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • BarBarBar

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Map
8 Frank Road, Saint Francis Bay, Eastern Cape, 6312
  • Popular LocationSt. Francis Bay Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Francis Bay Golf Club12 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Francis Links4 min drive
  • AirportPort Elizabeth (PLZ)94 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Jetted bath
  • 18 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cape St Francis Resort
Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.1 out of 5, Very good, (64)
The price is NZ$167
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Cape St Francis Resort

About the area

Saint Francis Bay

A luxury stay in Saint Francis Bay awaits you at The Sands @ St Francis. Within steps you'll find St. Francis Bay Beach and St. Francis Bay Golf Club within a 15-minute stroll. Highlights at this beach guest house include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .The guest house's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Free English breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Saint Francis Bay guest house, you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from St. Francis Links and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Port St. Francis.
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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

Elegant beach guesthouse and 2 outdoor swimming pools
As a guest of The Sands @ St Francis, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, Access to hot 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 guest house.

  • 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 a safe. 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 a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Building
  • Built in 2003
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Floor

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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. 

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 organisation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sands @ St Francis?

The Sands @ St Francis offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands @ St Francis on 23 Jun 2024 start from NZ$215.67, including 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.

Is parking available at The Sands @ St Francis?

Yep, The Sands @ St Francis has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Sands @ St Francis?

Yep, The Sands @ St Francis is a short 2-minute walk from St. Francis Bay Beach.

Does The Sands @ St Francis have a pool?

The Sands @ St Francis has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Sands @ St Francis a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as Jetted bath and comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Sands @ St Francis.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Sands @ St Francis?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Does The Sands @ St Francis serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary English brekkie is offered daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sands @ St Francis?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Sands @ St Francis?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sands @ St Francis?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sands @ St Francis?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Sands @ St Francis?

There isn't one on site, but St. Francis Bay Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 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 traveller

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