Entire apartment
Tropical Sands
3.0 star property
Beachfront apartments with kitchens and furnished patios
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Parking included
- Outdoor space
Explore the area
Muri Village (4 minutes away), Rarotonga
- Muri LagoonPlace, Muri Lagoon17 min walk
- Te Vara Nui VillagePlace, Te Vara Nui Village4 min drive
- Muri BeachPlace, Muri Beach5 min drive
- Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)14 min drive
Room options
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Villa with Sea View
Highlights
Furnished patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
- 80 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Two-bedroom Villa
Highlights
Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
- 96 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Beach view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Villa with Garden View
Highlights
Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
- 48 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Beach view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
About the area
Ngatangiia
At Tropical Sands you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Avana Harbour and Muri Lagoon. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a furnished patio, a private garden and WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include free toiletries and premium bedding. A flat-screen TV, a coffee/tea maker and free bottled water are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.
What's nearby
- Muri Lagoon - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Muri Night Markets - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
- Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
- Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
- Shipwreck Hut - 18 min drive
- Charlie's - 7 min drive
- Tamarind House - 7 min drive
- Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
- Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tropical Sands
Beachfront apartments with kitchens and furnished patios
Tropical Sands offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Tropical Sands also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Rarotonga apartment.
- 1 floor
- 5 guestrooms or units
- 5 buildings
- Built in 1998
- Beach lounge chairs
- Self-service laundry
- Storage area for luggage
- Tour and ticket information
- Terrace
- Garden
- Outdoor picnic space
- Smoking in designated areas
Tropical Sands offers 5 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
This Rarotonga apartment provides wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) for a surcharge. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
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Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach loungers
Internet
- Available in the apartment: WiFi (NZD 50 per stay)
- Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 50 per stay)
Parking and transport
- 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Free self parking on site
Kitchen
- Cleaning supplies
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Hob
- Paper towels
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
Outdoor areas
- Furnished patio
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Yard
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
Comfort
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fan
Pets
- No pets or service animals
Suitability/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
- Handrails in stairways
- No lift
- Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
- Free bottled water
- Housekeeping (once per stay)
- Iron/ironing board
- Luggage storage
- Safe
- Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
- In the suburbs
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Boat tours nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 1 floor
- 5 buildings
- 5 units
- Built in 1998
- Cleaning products are eco-friendly
- Garden
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Soundproofing
- Traditional architecture
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 85
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tropical Sands
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Shuttle transfer per adult: NZD 25.00 (one-way)
- Shuttle transfer per child: NZD 20.00 (one-way), from 12 to 18 years old
- Cleaning fee: NZD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
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 per stay (rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 50 per stay (rates may vary)
- Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 20.00 (one-way), (from 12 to 18 years old)
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: NZD 85 (subject to availability)
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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 is professionally cleaned
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.
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, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.
We should mention
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Tropical Sands Apartment Rarotonga
Tropical Sands Rarotonga
Tropical Sands Apartment
Tropical Sands Rarotonga
Tropical Sands Apartment Rarotonga
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Tropical Sands?
Tropical Sands offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Tropical Sands?
Yep, Tropical Sands has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Tropical Sands?
The closest beach to Tropical Sands is Muri Beach (3.5 km).
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tropical Sands?
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 Tropical Sands?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Tropical Sands?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.