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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

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Take advantage of free breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel. With a private beach, sunloungers and snorkelling, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub or a body treatment at the on-site spa. A library, laundry facilities and a bar are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Studio, Beachfront

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a small desk, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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 Tikioki Marine Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Rarotonga travel guide
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Map
Ara Tapu (Main Road), Titikaveka / Vaimaanga, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a clear sky.
    Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • A person holding a bottle labeled 'MATUTU COOK ISLANDS ALL NATURAL BEER NO CRAP'.
    Matutu Brewing Company
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • A wooden pier extending into turquoise waters, supported by wooden pillars, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.
    Muri Beach
    5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Tikioki Beach
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Takitumu Conservation Area
    2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ka Kite Cafe
    20 min drive
  • Kai & Co
    17 min drive
  • Palace Takeaway
    18 min drive
  • Trader Jacks Bar & Grill
    16 min drive
  • BJ's Tapas Bar
    7 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 snorkelling. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, 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 luggage storage
    • A front desk safe, free newspapers and wedding services
    • Tour/ticket information, barbecues and beach towels
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • 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
    • HDTVs with digital channels and DVD players
    • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and kitchenettes

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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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 0-cm LCD TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

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

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 staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 40.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 35.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 20.00 (one-way), (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 200 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 40.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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 35.00 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.

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