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    The Sands at St Francis

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    #3 of 18 B&Bs / Inns in Saint Francis Bay
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    8 Frank Road, Saint Francis Bay 6312, South Africa
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    4.5
    190 reviews
    • Excellent77%
    • Very good15%
    • Average4%
    • Poor2%
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    “small hotel”(11 reviews)
    “hot tub”(8 reviews)
    “indian ocean”(11 reviews)
    8 Frank Road, Saint Francis Bay 6312, South Africa See on map
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    Breakfast included
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    Reviewed 2 May 2018
    Flatters to deceive

    We stayed here recently at what in retrospect was an inflated price for what we received. It is a small guest house in an expensive neighbourhood. So far no problems. We did ask for superior accomodation on our trip. There are only a few rooms,but...More

    Thank maximillian2015
    Reviewed 30 March 2018 via mobile
    Amazing

    The attention to detail here is truly amazing. Everything you could wish for in a small hotel was the. Precious, on the desk was superb. He answered every question and was very very helpful,and a pleasure to talk to. Rooms are beautifully appointed as are...More

    Thank anne1427
    Reviewed 26 March 2018
    Fantastic place to stay with fabulous views of the ocean

    From the greeting by the staff, to our room that overlooked the ocean we could only think what a place to stay. It was a pity we could only stay one night as the long flight home was the next day. The staff ensured we...More

    Thank Kerrel W
    Reviewed 20 March 2018 via mobile
    Superb

    Pure heaven from beginning to end. We were greeted by Precious and he and his team were on hand throughout our three night stay and could not have been more friendly or helpful. We were arrived later than expected about 6.30pm, but the chef had...More

    Thank Anne A
    Response from PEHotelGroup, Public Relations Manager at The Sands at St FrancisResponded 26 March 2018

    It is great to receive such fantastic feedback, thank you very much. We are delighted to see that you enjoyed our suites, superb cuisine, surrounding activities and attractions. We look forward to seeing you again! Kind regards, TheSands

    Reviewed 13 March 2018
    Strange, run down place

    The only positive of this place is its location right at the Indianocean, but other guest houses are close by as well. The whole place lacks maintenance - old furniture, rusty and dirty sun loungers, brown lawn with dirty old pool, aircon makes helicopter like...More

    Thank golferteam
    Response from PEHotelGroup, Public Relations Manager at The Sands at St FrancisResponded 26 March 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to supply us with your valuable feedback. It saddens me that you did not enjoy your stay with us. I can guarantee you that your experience is not the high standard of service and product we enjoy being complimented...More

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    Response from John H | Reviewed this property |
    Hermanus is renowned for its whale watching it had its own natural bay where the southern whale go to mate and one of top places to visit during whale spotting season. The sands is in a beautiful location next to the coast... More
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    "Front rooms get the sounds and views of the ocean"
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    "1st floor-wonderful views"
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    "The lower ground rooms all have decks with great views."
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    "Ground floor room right by the infinity pool"
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