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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel
3.0 star property

Resort with private beach and full-service spa
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

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View from property
Front of property
Studio, Beachfront
Outdoor dining
Interior entrance

Overview of Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
The price is NZ$390
Price available on 21/4/2024

Explore the area

Map
Ara Tapu (Main Road), Titikaveka / Vaimaanga, Rarotonga
  • Popular LocationTikioki Marine Sanctuary13 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuri Lagoon2 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuri Beach3 min drive
  • AirportRarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)19 min drive
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Room options

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Studio, Beachfront

Studio, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 34.9 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rarotonga

Located on a private beach, Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga. Te Vara Nui Village and Cook Islands National Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Muri Night Markets and Beachcomber Pearl Market. Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Cocoputt are also worth visiting. Boat tours offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 13 min walk
  • Muri Lagoon - 2 min drive
  • Muri Beach - 3 min drive
  • Muri Night Markets - 4 min drive
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palace Takeaway - 18 min drive
  • Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
  • Kai & Co - 17 min drive
  • Shipwreck Hut - 11 min drive
  • The Mooring Fish Cafe - 6 min drive

About this property

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Resort near Muri Beach
Take advantage of free breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sunloungers and kayaking. Treat yourself to a facial, a body scrub or a body treatment at the on-site spa. A library, laundry facilities and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and free newspapers
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and beach towels
  • Barbecues, wedding services and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel have perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and kitchenettes

Languages

English, Filipino

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 200
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 200

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 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 at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 12.50 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 200 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

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Moana Sands Beachfront
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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas
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Frequently asked questions

Is Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel on 21 Apr 2024 start from NZ$390.00, 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.

How much is parking at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 200 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 200 (subject to availability).

Does Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 25 per person applies.

Where is Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Takitumu District resort is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Muri Beach. Tikioki Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary are also within 15 minutes.

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gokhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Edwin, SUNNYVALE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel, few guests, made it very secluded. Right on lagoon, all equipment provided. Staff all very friendly. Only downside was breakfast buffet was closed for first half of our stay. Instead, we listed what we want, and a tray was brought up and we are in our room.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Pros - Private beach is really nice - Nice view from room balcony - There was a bartender (can’t remember his name but think he’s the head bartender) but he was really nice - made us good cocktails and was super helpful/friendly Cons - Staff rude and unhelpful, especially a guy called Kieran that worked at reception, such a rude, dismissive person - him and the others were hesitant to call us taxis (because it cost them money) and told us to call them from our room. Also tried to request a switch to Moana Sands Resort (partner accommodation) and that whole process was painful, again were hesitant to call the resort to help facilitate and basically told us to sort it. - Location isn’t ideal, it’s on the other side of the island from the airport, main town Avarua and in general most things. Definitely need a car or scooter - we wanted to hire e-bikes/bicycles but there was nothing around. Muri beach (where there’s some shops, cafes, resorts) is about a 35 min walk away and the only decent places that are close (within 5 min walking distance) is the Little Polynesian resort (nice food/coffee/view), Charlie’s restaurant (nice food, view and vibe) and Maire Nui Garden & Cafe although the cafe was closed for renovations until March/April. - Breakfast is awful and basic, only ate there once - Room isn’t bad, has aircon and sea view balcony but it’s a bit dated and the shower/water pressure was temperamental - Accommodation in general is quite basic/dated and not much of a vibe
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

moragh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kenneth A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach. Just no lunch service except Sunday.

10/10 Excellent

Daryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View of the ocean from every room. We stAyed downstairs and upstairs both had beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant
The stay was pleasant. Steps away from the beach. They give you free breakfast which is nice. Rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at the hotel. Complementary kayaks and breakfast were awesome. Location is one of the best snorkeling spots on the island. The room was spacious with a stunning ocean view and golden sand beach. It was also great that the restaurant had some gluten-free options that is quite rare on the Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023