The Sandpiper

17 Sandpiper Street, 3936 St Lucia, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>487</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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The Sandpiper

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Set amid a subtropical garden, The Sandpiper offers accommodations in St Lucia, neighboring the St Lucia Nature Reserve. The guest house offers a 10-yard long outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available. All rooms at The Sandpiper are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV, a small fridge, tea-and-coffee making facilities. A hair dryer and wall safe are available. Some of the rooms have a patio, overlooking the spacious garden, nature area and pool. Breakfast is served every morning and restaurants are within 10 minutes' walk. St Lucia is the gateway to the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The property can help you organize activities in the surrounding area, such as hippo and crocodile boat tours, Big 5 Game safaris, night safaris, kayaking, horse riding, bird watching, Zulu culture tours, walking safaris, whale and turtle watching in season. King Shaka International Airport is 132 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in St Lucia, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
3 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Thato
    South Africa South Africa
    “Everything was great, the breakfast was 👌 and dinner was also very well served. I love this place. It's also 6 minutes away from the. Beach”
  • Jocelyn
    South Africa South Africa
    “The staff were so helpful and friendly ! I even got a surprise car wash 💕”
  • Laura
    United States of America United States of America
    “Amazing property! The pools and back lawn were beautiful and the terraces were tranquil. The room was well appointed and quiet. Staff was fantastic. The gardener even washed our dirty camper truck for us in the morning, unbeknownst to us!”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.6Based on 483 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

The Sandpiper Guesthouse is situated in South Africa, in the heart of Kwazulu-Natal. One of the jewels of the Zulu Kingdom. This luxury guesthouse is located in the town of St Lucia. Gate way to Isimangaliso Wetland Park bestowed with UNESCO World Heritage status in 1999. The park got the oldest and highest sand dunes in Africa. The Sandpiper Guesthouse is set amidst in a subtropical garden neighboring the St Lucia Nature. Animals and birds visiting our garden. St Lucia is a birds watching paradise. We offer: Big 5 Game safari, horse riding, bird watching, Zulu Culture tours, walking safari, whale & turtle watching ( in season). Bicycle rides in and around the town. Hippo & Crocodile boat tours. Beautiful beaches to relax and soak up the sun. Take a swim in the warm Indian Ocean or snorkel at Cape Vidal. St Lucia is the place where the hippos run

Neighborhood info

The Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Park is the second oldest in the world. The park is home to Africa's big five game. The park is a prime birding destination and is home to 340 bird species. A large variation of mountains, bush, rivers and savanas. The Wetland Park and Cape Vidal - World Heritage Site. The park got 5 different eco-systems. Lots of antelope, Rhino and Leopards in the park. At the stop points you can get out of your car to do site seeing. At Cape Vidal you can do snorkeling and swimming. The Dukuduku nature reserve, you will be able to see Elephants and Giraffes. Do the tours organized or on your own. Visit the nearby Zulu Culture town, and see how they are living.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Sandpiper
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of The Sandpiper
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Game drives
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Tour desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
      Spa
      • Beach umbrellas
      • Beach chairs/Loungers
      Languages Spoken
      • Afrikaans
      • English
      • Zulu

      Property practice

      This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

      House rules

      The Sandpiper takes special requests – add in the next step!

      Check-in

      From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

      Check-out

      From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

       

      Cancellation/
      prepayment

      Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

      Children & Beds

      Child policies

      Children of all ages are welcome.

      Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

      To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

      Crib and extra bed policies

      Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

      Age restriction

      The minimum age for check-in is 18

      Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Sandpiper accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

      Smoking

      Smoking is not allowed.

      Parties

      Parties/events are not allowed

      Quiet hours

      Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

      Pets

      Pets are not allowed.

      The fine print
      Must-know information for guests at this property

      Please note, arrivals after 18h00 have to be arranged with the property in advance.

      Please inform The Sandpiper of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

      This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

      Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

      In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

      Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

      In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

      Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

      Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

      FAQs about The Sandpiper

      • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

      • Room options at The Sandpiper include:

        • Family
        • Twin/Double

      • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from The Sandpiper. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The Sandpiper has 1 restaurant:

        • The Sandpiper

      • Check-in at The Sandpiper is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

      • The Sandpiper is 2,950 feet from the center of St Lucia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The Sandpiper offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

        • Cycling
        • Hiking
        • Snorkeling
        • Diving
        • Fishing
        • Walking tours
        • Beach
        • Horseback riding
        • Temporary art galleries
        • Bicycle rental
        • Swimming pool
        • Bike tours
        • Game drives
        • Tour or class about local culture

      • The prices at The Sandpiper may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.