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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Rarotonga
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
This hotel has renovations that may affect your stay read more

Renovations

This property is closed from November 1 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Breathe in serenity and unplug at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel, where nature's beauty is your most luxurious amenity, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. This beach resort is 20 minutes walk to Tikioki Beach and 20 minutes walk to Tikioki Marine Sanctuary.

Wake up to tranquillity thanks to premium bedding, mini-refrigerator, a private balcony, in-room coffee & tea facilities, daily housekeeping, a 0-cm flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom with premium toiletries, floor-to-ceiling windows framing the wild. Conveniences include an in-room safe, a phone, bathrobes, an iron and ironing board, a desk and a kitchenette.

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Property Details

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers body treatments and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this resort include wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

  • Distance from property (meters) - 10
  • Fishing nearby
  • Free parking nearby
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Full-service spa
  • Beach towels
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • On private beach
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Distance from property (ft) - 33
  • Luggage storage
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Library
  • Daily
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Terrace
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Year Built - 2000
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 17
  • Number of floors - 3

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

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. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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.

  • 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, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

Other details

At Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and limited parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Maire Nui Botanical Gardens - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Tikioki Beach - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Matutu Brewing Company - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Takitumu Conservation Area - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Muri Lagoon - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Turoa Beach - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Muri Beach - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Muri Night Markets - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Te Vara Nui Village - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Koromiri - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Avana Harbour - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Koteka Winery - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi
Wigmore's Waterfall - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Aroa Beach - 7 km / 4.4 mi
The preferred airport for Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 16.6 km / 10.3 mi

  • 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 neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • By ocean
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals not allowed
  • Pets not allowed

Other charges

  • 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)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 200 (subject to availability)
  • 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.

Location

Ara Tapu (Main Road), Rarotonga, , Cook Islands
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