Condo Hotel Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront
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Ara Tapu Road, Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Cook Islands – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 44 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.7
Excellent
44 reviews

Breakfast satisfying and cooked option if wanted to pay Location perfect for us preference to visit tourist spots rather than be in bigger resorts. Beach great would return

Philip New Zealand

Amazing walking into the water right in back at thigh level and having all different brilliant colored fish swimming around you. Didn't even need to go out snorkeling.

Robin United States of America

The location is perfect. Step out of your room onto a beautiful pristine white sand beach with good snorkelling and kayaking. We really enjoyed staying here. The restaurant overlooking the sea is very good. The surf and turf and lamb shanks were amongst the best food we ate on Rarotonga. The breakfasts were also varied and of very good quality. They were not open for lunch but a 10 minute stroll on the beach takes you to Charlies. Really relaxing and chilled out, clean and simple place to stay. We did not miss a pool at all. Shout out to the lovely helpful staff - Benny and Peta and the great chef.

Jan New Zealand

Everything!The location,the staff are all absolutely wonderful ,the rooms and the close proximity to the beach and the area it’s in is a great base from which to explore beautiful Rarotonga 😎I will return next time for sure!

Cheryl New Zealand

Best breakfasts we had from the 3 places we stayed at. Best beach as well. Beautiful clear water and white sand, no rocks. Coconut trees growing along beach. Paradise! Our room was lovely. Older style, with a real Island feel to it. We had a room on top floor (had been done up). Very pleased we chose this. Great big balcony. Comfortable Bed.

Vivien New Zealand

Good bed, good sea view, nice food at reasonable price. Friendly and helpful staff.

Valerie New Zealand

We loved the peace and quiet of the beach. The sand outside the hotel was lovingly raked each morning. We loved the smiling staff, especially Bene. Can't wait to return.

Pauline New Zealand

Close to the Lagoon, Restaurant on-site, breakfast included and staff.

Bronwyn New Zealand

Actually changed to the sister hotel Moana Beachfront apartments when we arrived which were great and had a pool. Fantastic staff especially Chris who was lovely and went out of her way to help. Thank you! Beach and snorkelling were amazing. Great to have free use of snorkels, beach shoes and kayaks.

Louise United Kingdom

The location was amazing, The staff were fantastic. We loved it and if we are ever lucky enough to find ourselves back in Rarotonga we wouldn't want to stay anywhere else.

Justin United Kingdom
8.7
Excellent
44 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Breakfast satisfying and cooked option if wanted to pay Location perfect for us preference to visit tourist spots rather than be in bigger resorts. Beach great would return”
    Philip Philip New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Amazing walking into the water right in back at thigh level and having all different brilliant colored fish swimming around you. Didn't even need to go out snorkeling.”
    Robin Robin United States of America United States of America
  • “The location is perfect. Step out of your room onto a beautiful pristine white sand beach with good snorkelling and kayaking. We really enjoyed staying here.”
    Jan Jan New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Everything!The location,the staff are all absolutely wonderful ,the rooms and the close proximity to the beach and the area it’s in is a great base from which to explore beautiful Rarotonga 😎I will...”
    Cheryl Cheryl New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Best breakfasts we had from the 3 places we stayed at. Best beach as well. Beautiful clear water and white sand, no rocks. Coconut trees growing along beach. Paradise! Our room was lovely.”
    Vivien Vivien New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Good bed, good sea view, nice food at reasonable price. Friendly and helpful staff.”
    Valerie Valerie New Zealand New Zealand
  • “We loved the peace and quiet of the beach. The sand outside the hotel was lovingly raked each morning. We loved the smiling staff, especially Bene. Can't wait to return.”
    Pauline Pauline New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Close to the Lagoon, Restaurant on-site, breakfast included and staff.”
    Bronwyn Bronwyn New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Actually changed to the sister hotel Moana Beachfront apartments when we arrived which were great and had a pool. Fantastic staff especially Chris who was lovely and went out of her way to help.”
    Louise Louise United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location was amazing, The staff were fantastic. We loved it and if we are ever lucky enough to find ourselves back in Rarotonga we wouldn't want to stay anywhere else.”
    Justin Justin United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location9.6
Apartments
Ocean view
BBQ facilities
Balcony
Free parking

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Located directly on the white sand beachfront of TitiKaveka, the 3-star Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel offers the perfect setting for a tropical getaway.

All air conditioned rooms offer sea and lagoon views. The rooms are also equipped with kitchenettes for guests who prefer to be self-catering.

Guests can enjoy breakfast or dinner at the fully licensed Sands Restaurant. There are also beach-side barbecue facilities where guests can enjoy more casual dining. Airport transfers can be arranged for a fee.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 30, 2010

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Most popular amenities

Airport shuttle
Beachfront
Family rooms
Free parking
Restaurant
WiFi
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

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Closest beaches
  • Titikaveka Beach

    Titikaveka Beach

    9.1 Wonderful beach
    100 feet from property
  • Arakuo Beach

    Arakuo Beach

    8.7 Excellent beach
    3,500 feet from property
  • Muri Beach

    Muri Beach

    8.9 Excellent beach
    1.2 miles from property
  • Vaimaanga Beach

    Vaimaanga Beach

    9.1 Wonderful beach
    1.8 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.7
Excellent · 44 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location9.6

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Philip New Zealand

    “Breakfast satisfying and cooked option if wanted to pay Location perfect for us preference to visit tourist spots rather than be in bigger resorts. Beach great would return”

  • Robin United States of America

    “Amazing walking into the water right in back at thigh level and having all different brilliant colored fish swimming around you. Didn't even need to go out snorkeling.”

  • Jan New Zealand

    “The location is perfect. Step out of your room onto a beautiful pristine white sand beach with good snorkelling and kayaking. We really enjoyed staying here. The restaurant overlooking the sea is very good. The surf and turf and lamb shanks were amongst the best food we ate on Rarotonga. The breakfasts were also varied and of very good quality. They were not open for lunch but a 10 minute stroll on the beach takes you to Charlies. Really relaxing and chilled out, clean and simple place to stay. We did not miss a pool at all. Shout out to the lovely helpful staff - Benny and Peta and the great chef.”

  • Cheryl New Zealand

    “Everything!The location,the staff are all absolutely wonderful ,the rooms and the close proximity to the beach and the area it’s in is a great base from which to explore beautiful Rarotonga 😎I will return next time for sure!”

  • Vivien New Zealand

    “Best breakfasts we had from the 3 places we stayed at. Best beach as well. Beautiful clear water and white sand, no rocks. Coconut trees growing along beach. Paradise! Our room was lovely. Older style, with a real Island feel to it. We had a room on top floor (had been done up). Very pleased we chose this. Great big balcony. Comfortable Bed.”

  • Valerie New Zealand

    “Good bed, good sea view, nice food at reasonable price. Friendly and helpful staff.”

  • Pauline New Zealand

    “We loved the peace and quiet of the beach. The sand outside the hotel was lovingly raked each morning. We loved the smiling staff, especially Bene. Can't wait to return.”

  • Bronwyn New Zealand

    “Close to the Lagoon, Restaurant on-site, breakfast included and staff.”

  • Louise United Kingdom

    “Actually changed to the sister hotel Moana Beachfront apartments when we arrived which were great and had a pool. Fantastic staff especially Chris who was lovely and went out of her way to help. Thank you! Beach and snorkelling were amazing. Great to have free use of snorkels, beach shoes and kayaks.”

  • Justin United Kingdom

    “The location was amazing, The staff were fantastic. We loved it and if we are ever lucky enough to find ourselves back in Rarotonga we wouldn't want to stay anywhere else.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Could you tell me if you have a swimming pool pls?
    Kia orana We have swimming pool at our Resort property and Villa/Apartments property. Rangi
    Answered on May 29, 2021
  • Do you do airport transfers for 1 night stay
    Kia Orana, Yes, we have a dedicated Airport Transfer for booked guests. This is $25.00 per person each way. For any flight arrivals outside Office hours we require strongly advise you to take our Transfer as our Driver checks you into your room with a brief induction on the property. Regards Wayne - GM
    Asked about: Deluxe Beachfront Studio - Adults Only • Answered on January 22, 2020
  • Hello there - as you don’t have a pool, are we able to use the pool in your other sister hotels? Thanks :)
    You may use the pool at our Moana Sands Villa/Apartments property. Pool at Resort property is available to in-house guests only.
    Answered on April 23, 2022
  • Hi there Moana Sands, This is John and Colleen from NZ looking forward to booking a two week holiday with you once the borders are open. We have stayed with you at the hotel twice before and love your location and friendly staff. Best regards John and Colleen.
    John/Eileen thank you for your lovely feedback. That's great you have decided to visit us again and we are very much looking forward to hosting your stay with us again at Moana Sands :)
    Answered on April 26, 2021
  • Kia Ora. Is it correct that guests at this hotel are able to have free use of the pool at the Sands Resort? Thank you.
    Kia orana. Unfortunately the pool at the Lagoon Resort is only available to guests booked in to this property. Thank you for your understanding.
    Answered on January 28, 2021

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9.1
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Not only is Moana Sands one of the oldest hotel here in the Cook Islands, it is also a family owned and run business. Being a boutique property for us means providing a true intimate Cook Islands experience. We endeavor to make each of guests stay memorable and exceed their expectation not only just about Moana Sands but Cook Islands as a destination.
Language spoken: English
Area Info *
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • MV Mataora
    5 miles
  • Albertos
    5.1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Moana Restaurant & Bar
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Maire Nui Gardens & Cafe
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Charlie's
    0.3 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Titikaveka Beach
    100 feet
  • Arakuo Beach
    3,500 feet
  • Muri Beach
    1.2 miles
  • Vaimaanga Beach
    1.8 miles
  • Turangi Beach
    2.8 miles
Closest Airports
  • Rarotonga International Airport
    5.9 miles
How to get to Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel from Rarotonga International Airport
    Private shuttle
    Free parking is available.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Moana Restaurant & Bar

    Food: American, British, Seafood, Local

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Most popular amenities

Airport shuttle
Beachfront
Family rooms
Free parking
Restaurant
WiFi
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
Sit back and relax
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoor & View
Enjoy the view
  • Ocean view
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
  • Diving Off-site Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing Off-site Additional charge
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and charges apply.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Car rental
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Paid WiFi
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
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House rules Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Crib by request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed by request
NZD 50 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed by request
NZD 80 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Please inform Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

  • Check-in at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Moana Restaurant & Bar

  • Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is 3.1 miles from the center of Rarotonga.

  • Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Pedicure
    • Walking tours
    • Waxing services
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Beauty services
    • Beach
    • Body scrub
    • Happy hour
    • Manicure
    • Bar crawls
    • Body treatments
    • Bike tours
    • Facial treatments
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Spa facilities

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 20min

  • Guests staying at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking
    • Street parking
    • Free parking

  • The prices at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.