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    The Sands at St Francis

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    #3 of 17 B&Bs / Inns in Saint Francis Bay
    8 Frank Road, Saint Francis Bay 6312, South Africa
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    4.5
    171 reviews
    • Excellent78%
    • Very good15%
    • Average4%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible2%
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    “small hotel” (8 reviews)
    “hot tub” (7 reviews)
    “garden route” (17 reviews)
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Air Conditioning
    Beachfront
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    Reviewed 1 June 2017
    The Sands in winter

    The only draw back we have found visiting South Africa in winter is most places are very quite and St Francis bay is just that not a bad thing for us as we had just had 3 days of game drives. The Sands is a...More

    2  Thank John H
    Response from PEHotelGroup, Online Marketer at The Sands at St FrancisResponded 6 June 2017

    Thank you very much for the kind words. We are really proud of our team at The Sands. Thank you for being so patient about the maintenance being done to the beach walkway, hopefully when you return it will be all finished and up to...More

    Reviewed 7 May 2017
    Elegant B&B in Enclave Resort

    The Sands is a beautiful property located directly on the beach where you be wanting for nothing! Anything you need has been carefully thought of and at your disposal. Our room was immaculate and beautifully appointed. It was wonderful to listen to the ocean while...More

    Thank Condocat
    Response from PEHotelGroup, Online Marketer at The Sands at St FrancisResponded 8 May 2017

    Thank you for your review and support. It is always great to hear back from our guests. Your points have been noted, We are absolutely thrilled you enjoyed your time here with us. Looking forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Kind Regards.

    Reviewed 13 April 2017
    Breathtaking Views , Beautiful Rooms , Quiet Location

    Stayed here for 3 nights at the end of our trip , we had the room upstairs, breathtaking is the only way to describe it , huge front window that gave a view of the ocean , you are literally 20 feet from the Ocean...More

    Thank mkb40
    Response from PEHotelGroup, Online Marketer at The Sands at St FrancisResponded 20 April 2017

    Thank you for your review, insight and support. We are absolutely thrilled you enjoyed your time here with us and the good wifi ;) Thank you for ending your holiday with us. Safe Travels! Kind Regards

    Reviewed 6 April 2017
    Lovely small hotel right on the beach front

    Lovely small hotel with lovely rooms, great food and excellent helpful staff. Recommend a few nights in this relaxing hotel as their is not a great deal to do in the surrounding area. Great beach with nice walks.

    Thank Lindsay S
    Response from PEHotelGroup, Online Marketer at The Sands at St FrancisResponded 7 April 2017

    Thank you for your review and support. Great to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. Wishing you safe travels. Kind Regards

    Reviewed 27 March 2017 via mobile
    Luxurious stay

    We stayed for one night and were really glad we did, a beautiful luxurious and peaceful place right on the beach. The receptionist was really friendly and helpful and directed us to a nice local place for a drink and some food in the evening...More

    Thank Laura M
    Response from PEHotelGroup, Online Marketer at The Sands at St FrancisResponded 29 March 2017

    Thank you for your review and support. Great to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. Wishing you safe travels. Kind Regards

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    • Pool
    • Free Parking
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Beachfront
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Breakfast included
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    • Free Parking
    • Breakfast included
    • Dry Cleaning
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    • Room Service
    • Airport Transportation
    • Multilingual Staff
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    • Air Conditioning
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    • Outdoor pool
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    • US$153 - US$361 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    • 5
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