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The Sands @ St Francis

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A swimming pool with a view of the ocean at sunset, a wooden deck, and a grassy area with a house in the background.
A deck with wicker furniture, a glass table, and an umbrella.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a view of the sea, a wicker chair, and a wooden cabinet.
A restaurant with a terrace overlooking a sunset.
A modern coastal building with a unique geometric design, featuring a large thatched roof and a pool area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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8 Frank Road, Saint Francis Bay, Eastern Cape, 6312
  • Place, St. Francis Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Francis Bay Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Francis Links
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a wicker bench, and a large mirror above the sink.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE LUXURY

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE LUXURY SEA VIEW

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Luxury Double or Twin

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Francis Bay Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • St. Francis Links - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Port St. Francis - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Jeffreys Bay Beach - 40 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bruces Ocean Museum Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Off The Menu - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪ST Francis Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chokka Block - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nevermind - ‬9 min drive

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 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 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. 32-inch 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.

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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
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch 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 provided

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 staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

African Pride Sands St Francis Bay Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

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

The Sands @ St Francis is 73.1 mi (94-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 Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands @ St Francis on Aug 23, 2026 start from CA $142, 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

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is excellent. Food excellent and very friendly people. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashwani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nikolaus

Liked: Staff & service

direkt am Meer.

Die Zimmer sind nicht mehr ganz up to date. Die Lage ist hervorragend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tizi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Splendida posizione, stanza grande e fornita di tutto, accoglienza perfetta, servizio ottimo. Eccezionale.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Diese Unterkunft ist ein Traum! Das Preis-leistungsverhältnis stimmt hier voll! Wir hatten das African Ocean Zimmer mit direktem pool Zugang und Blick aufs Meer! Die Zimmer sind sehr gemütlich eingerichtet und sehr großzügig! Der Whirlpool im Bad ist dann noch das absolute i Tüpfelchen bei dieser perfekten Unterkunft! Leider waren wir nur 2 Nächte dort, das nächste mal würde ich hier definitiv noch länger bleiben. Durch und durch einfach ein gelungen Hotel/ Resort und somit absolut 5 Sterne!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highlight der Gardenroute!

Das Hotel war das große Highlight der Gardenroute. 5 Schritte vom Wasser entfernt, großzügiges Zimmer mit Meerblick. Nettes Personal, Frühstück unterm Dachgiebel mit Meerblick. Es war sensationell!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy

Loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

The Sands provided accommodation which was comfortable, and even a little luxurious. I stayed only one night, and that was in winter so taking advantage of the two pools, including an infinity pool right on the ocean front, was not appealing. I had a welcome drink prepared for me on arrival and my car given a wash which were both signs that this is a hotel which goes that little bit further for its guests. The room was clean and very spacious with a sitting area looking out over the infinity pool and ocean. The only disappointment was the bed which was two single mattresses pushed together. The bathroom was also clean and spacious but did have a couple of features which seemed rather odd (to me at any rate): there was no wall, just a blind, between the bedroom and bathroom, which I suppose means you can sit in the bath and contemplate the ocean... There was also an extraordinary combination of shelves in the shower, featuring ones both impractically high and low. Finally, fussy me, the black toilet seat didn't seem classy. Anyway, this hasn't stopped me giving top marks and I haven't even mentioned the tea, coffee and minibar. I could definitely see myself returning in the summer for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxurious with amazing views right on the beach

Great guesthouse in the middle of this beautiful town. Our room (African Sunset) and the breakfast/dinner/bar area had absolutely spectacular views of the ocean and the cape. Very luxurious set up all round including (for our room) a jacuzzi, beach chairs and a table for two on our private deck. Lounge area opens up to make you feel like your outside. Room was very big and had everything we could need, satellite tv with all the channels, espresso coffee machine, magazines, in floor heating, and so on. Could rave about this place, and the staff, for a while but in the end we didn’t want to leave. If I’m ever back in this area I’ll be staying here again...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kjersti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place and service for great relaxation

The most wonderful stay with such great personal service that exceeded all expectations! The rooms are spacious and elegant decorated with direct access to a small pool and garden, directly on the cliff with stunning beautiful view over the waves and surfers. Lovely breakfast in the restaurant with all round view, unfortunately restaurant was closed that night fro dinner, but the host took us to a good italian at Cape Francis. Wonderful walk on the beach, with few people around. A place for real relaxing. Sorry we could not stay longer. Would love to come back! Went on to PE Hotel Group`s Pumba Resort and The Beach Hotel in PE, with the same wonderful experiences!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful B&B in stunning location on sea front

This B&B was in a truly fantastic location, right on the sea front, with stunning views. Service was very personal and the food very good. A lovely was to spend a couple of nights relaxing. We did not find too much to do in the general area around St Francis Bay, but the B&B was an absolute gem.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Giancarlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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UNICO
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem near the beach

We thought we had booked an hotel, so initially we ignored signs to The Sands B&B, but eventually drove to the B&B thinking that we had paid over the odds for our accommodation. As soon as we arrived however, we knew we had arrived at an upmarket destination and everything that followed confirmed that initial view. The bonus was finding out that they offered an evening meal which we elected to take rather than go to one of the nearby restaurants. Our meal of a cheese soufflé followed by a perfectly cooked rack of lamb exceeded expectations and with a great wine list to accompany the meal, we had a lovely evening. The room and the view were fantastic and our only regret is that we only stayed one night.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mooie locatie aan strand

Fijn kleinschalig Hotel aan het strand. Ontbijt, kamer en locatie is allemaal prima in orde. De Kamer met uitzicht is op zee is ons heel goed bevallen.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great beach location!

Stunning place to stay...right on beach front, superb views...can walk along beach or go to see St francis bay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

schönes Hotel in Traumlage

Koch fragt persönlich nach Wünschen für das Essen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Viel Wind aber toll

Das Guesthaus liegt direkt am Strand in St. Francis Bay und hat sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtete Zimmer. Wir wurden super nett betreut und bekamen eine tolle Essensempfehlung (Sushi). Einziger Nachteil ist der Wind. Es stürmt häufig sehr stark. Das Haus ist sehr zu empfehlen.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful relaxing stay

We stayed a the Sands just for two nights on our trip to the eastern cape. just over 1 hours drive from Port Elizabeth it was perfect to relax at the beggining of our trip .Very friendly staff, small and cosy hotel. Very comfortable room, view from the upstairs room is stunning as it overlooks the beach and the ocean and also the small but very nice pool and garden. Would definatley go back to the Sands if I was to stay on this part of the coast again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023