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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront resort with full-service spa

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Beachfront | View from room
Studio, Beachfront | Terrace/patio
Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster
Lobby sitting area
Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel near Muri Beach offers a peaceful retreat with free breakfast, a private beach with sun loungers and kayaks. Enjoy spa treatments, evening entertainment at the bar, or a quiet corner in the library. Guests praise the exceptional staff service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Room options

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Studio, Beachfront | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Studio, Beachfront

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2015
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Ara Tapu (Main Road), Titikaveka / Vaimaanga, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Muri Night Markets - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬7 min walk

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, sun loungers, and snorkeling. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. A library, laundry facilities, and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, free newspapers, and wedding services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and beach towels
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 0-cm HDTVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and kitchenettes

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

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

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
  • No elevator

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 available
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
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Renovations and closures

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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

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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?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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 30.00 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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