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Moana Sands Villas & Apartments

Property class: 3.5

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You can look forward to an airport shuttle, a corner/local shop and a terrace at Moana Sands Villas & Apartments. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and snorkelling. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a white and gray bedspread, two nightstands with lamps, a red artwork on the wall, and a window with sheer curtains.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Studio, Beach View, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga, Moana Sands Villas & Apartments is in a shopping district and on the beach. 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 scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Rarotonga travel guide
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Ara Tapu, 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
  • Tikioki Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Takitumu Conservation Area
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Turoa Beach
    4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    29 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 Villas & Apartments

  • Hotel near Muri Beach
  • An airport shuttle, a corner/local shop and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Moana Sands Villas & Apartments. With a beachfront location, sunloungers and snorkelling, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and smoke-free property
    • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Moana Sands Villas & Apartments feature comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as safes and WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 42-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 50 per minute)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 50 per minute)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

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

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
  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
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 Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - noon)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 50.00 per minute (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 50.00 per minute (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 30.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 15.00 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 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; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Moana Sands Villas & Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Moana Sands Villas & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Moana Sands Villas & Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Moana Sands Villas & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at Moana Sands Villas & Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Moana Sands Villas & Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 30.00 per person applies.

Where is Moana Sands Villas & Apartments located?

Located in Takitumu District, this beachfront hotel is in a shopping district, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Muri Beach. Tikioki Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary are also within 15 minutes.

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