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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront resort with spa, near Muri Beach

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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel, situated near Muri Beach, offers a serene escape with free breakfast and a private beach where you can soak up the sun on loungers or try your hand at kayaking. Unwind with a body treatment or facial at the spa, then enjoy live entertainment in the bar. The resort’s library is perfect for relaxing while reading and previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Studio, Beachfront

Studio, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Studio, 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
Fridge
HDTV
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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
  • Muri Night Markets - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 20 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sails Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Muri Beach and Aroa Beach. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with facials or manicures and pedicures. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Filipino

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 17 units
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Parking

    • On-site parking is limited
    • Free off-site parking within 33 ft

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2000
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Full-service spa
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 0-cm LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Toaster

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 200 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

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

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 20.00 per stay
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 11 costs NZD 12.50 (one-way)

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas
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Frequently asked questions

Is Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel currently open?

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

Are pets allowed at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 25 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. There's a charge of NZD 200 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 200 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking and snorkelling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a private beach and a picnic area. Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

Does Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a coffee maker and a toaster.

Does Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel like?

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is located on the waterfront in Takitumu District, a short 13-minute walk from Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and 13 minutes' walk from Tikioki Beach.

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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Restaurant
Accomodation Type
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • The beach was consistently described as beautiful, safe to swim, and perfect for snorkeling with stunning ocean views. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great location
9-night trip

10/10

Very nice, middle of the road lodgings in a gorgeous setting on an incredible beach.
4-night trip

10/10

All the staff were excellent, friendly and so helpful. Thats always the most important.
5-night trip

10/10

Loved our stay. Everything is there including snorkel items. Amazing kai. We have stayed aunt other places on the same strip and Moana Sands has the best sea life for snorkelling. Can’t wait to come back
5-night trip

6/10

The beach was beautiful and snorkling was great.
5-night trip

10/10

Loved how close it was to the beach.
7-night trip

10/10

Very pleasant stay with kind and helpful staff.
3-night trip

8/10

Great spot
1-night trip

10/10

Staff was excellent as well as the food. I loved the restaurant! Stay at Moana Sands, you can't go wrong.
5-night trip

10/10

Absolutely loved everything about the place. The staff were super friendly and very accommodating always happy to help and always smiling. Amazing beautiful place to spend our 20 year wedding anniversary Thankyou
2-night trip

10/10

I like the ocean front view, the staff was so incredibly helpful n excellent service. The only thing i dont like was no outlet in the bathroom.
4-night trip

10/10

Cool
7-night trip

8/10

Such a nice place for a relaxing holiday. I loved the beach sand and the blue sea.
5-night trip

8/10

We were staying at level 2, the Seaview was lovely. We went snorkelling just outside the hotel, many fish there. It is a small hotel, which is good, nice and chill.
1-night trip

4/10

For a quality hotel, expensive for what it was, it was quite pathetic, that they don’t even have Wi-Fi, it’s available, but you have to purchase extra… Also, food served, including breakfast was very poor. only positive is that it is in a nice location on the beach, but just about every other place on the island is on the beach
2-night trip

10/10

The beach and sand every room has a oceanview clear water and snorkling
5-night trip

8/10

Best location on the island!! Beach is awesome. Hotel is simple, nothing fancy. Not all the front staff were the most friendly, but weren’t rude! Housekeeping girls were great and friendly. Purpose of trip was r&r. Great place for that!!! Would definitely visit again
5-night trip

10/10

View of the ocean from every room. We stAyed downstairs and upstairs both had beautiful view of the ocean.
4-night trip

8/10

Beautiful beach. Just no lunch service except Sunday.

10/10

Nice and clean. Very friendly staff. Beautiful view to the beach and the sea. Peace and quiet.
4-night trip

10/10

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.
7-night trip

10/10

The stay was pleasant. Steps away from the beach. They give you free breakfast which is nice. Rooms are clean.
1-night trip

8/10

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.
8-night trip

8/10

Beautiful view from room balcony, Right on the lagoon; loved that suncreen was available when using equipment; Staff very friendly, helpful and knowledgable.Kitchenette was equipped for us (couple) would have preferred a microwave to reheat early-purchased meals/ leftovers
5-night trip

10/10

It needs a pool
6-night trip