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Moana Sands Beachfront Villas

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
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Studio, Beach View, Beachfront
3 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment | Private kitchen
3 Bedroom Beachfront Apartment | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Ara Tapu, Vaimaanga, Rarotonga
  • Place, Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Lagoon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Beachfront

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Studio, Beach View, Beachfront

Studio, Beach View, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Rarotonga

At Moana Sands Beachfront Villas you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and within 15 minutes of Tikioki Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and furnished balconies. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Tapere of Titikaveka hotel include Muri Beach and Aroa Beach.

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.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Moana Sands Beachfront Villas

Beach hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Moana Sands Beachfront Villas. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Rarotonga hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Moana Sands Beachfront Villas offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Rarotonga hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

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

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 (daily)
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-cm LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • 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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 December 2025 to 9 April 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Moana Sands Beachfront Villas

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Moana Sands Beachfront Villas
Moana Sands Beachfront Villas Hotel Rarotonga
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Moana Sands Beachfront Villas Hotel
Moana Sands Beachfront Villas Rarotonga
Moana Sands Beachfront Villas Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Moana Sands Beachfront Villas?

Yep, Moana Sands Beachfront Villas has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Moana Sands Beachfront Villas?

Yep, Moana Sands Beachfront Villas is a short 12-minute walk from Tikioki Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Moana Sands Beachfront Villas have a pool?

Moana Sands Beachfront Villas has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Moana Sands Beachfront Villas?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Moana Sands Beachfront Villas?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Moana Sands Beachfront Villas?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Moana Sands Beachfront Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying here and we're so glad we came back. Fantastic location, friendly staff, clean rooms and love having access to paddle boards, snorkelling equipment and kayaks. The snorkelling off the beach is amazing and its a great place for kids too!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely terrific 6-day stay at Moana Sands Villas! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The staff were exceptionally attentive and helpful—always going above and beyond to ensure our experience was nothing short of amazing. The location is superb: quiet, peaceful, and incredibly convenient. A supermarket, car, and bike rentals are right across the road, and there are two excellent restaurants within walking distance. The beach is simply divine—clean, serene, and just steps from the villa. This place truly offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and tranquility. We couldn’t have asked for a better getaway. 15/10 overall—highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beachfront. Amazing facilities and staff were so friendly and helpful. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dannii

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again! The location is great—there is a 24-hour supermarket right across from the villas, and a waterfall is within walking distance. If you don’t want to eat out, the villas provide all necessary cooking equipment, including salt and pepper. The swimming pool and beach are just a few steps away, and snorkeling in the lagoon is fantastic. Kayaks and stand-up paddleboarding equipment are also available. The staff are super friendly and accommodating. There’s also a reliable rental company with friendly staff just across the road. The only small downside is that the official check-out time is 10 AM, while the airport shuttle pick-up is at 12:30 PM. Since the villas weren’t very busy (our room wasn’t cleaned immediately after we checked out at 11 AM), it would have been nice to stay until the shuttle pick-up time. However, there may have been other considerations we weren’t aware of. Overall, I would still highly recommend these villas to friends and family!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachfront. Clean small. Resort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing needed is wifi and they are working on it, everything is excellent! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeyran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the stay, my room opened right into ocean with perfect snorkling spot. The only downside was the reception only being open for 3hrs, if i needed any assistance from them
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place, good cafe in front, great snorkeling from the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our favorite property to stay at. The staff are amazing, friendly and always ready to assist. The location is perfect with Wigmore's across the street, car rental across the street, Circles Cafe next door and a beautiful beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything about this property. We give it a 10 out of 10. Loved this property! The view was spectacular, too,
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

gwen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great snorkeling, crystal clear ocean, outstanding views ,excellent staff, and beautiful groomed grounds. A 10 out of 10 property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamati

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Location is great but office is rarely staffed

Location is great as Wigmore's and restaurants very close. Property is on one of the best beaches on Rarotonga. Villas are a little dated and make sure you contact them and receive exact check in instructions. The office is only open for very limited hours so hard to check in as we had to find a maintenance person by chance walking around to locate our keys and get us into the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So easy to walk out the door and into snorkeling paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the lagoon and very lovely landscaping! Your staff is amazing! Housekeeping, grounds, and reception were all great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bevan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with family. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ross

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Consuelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yan

Disliked: Staff & service
1
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Ruihi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed this property- we stayed with our two daughters aged 7 and 10. Property was perfect for our needs, handy fridge and kitchen facilities meant we didn't have to eat out every meal. Snorkeling off the property is incredible- did not expect to be able to walk 3 meters into the sea and see tropical fish!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024