Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas is located on Rarotonga's southern coast, an area great for swimming, snorkelling and kayaking. The Cook Islands accommodation is situated in a prime location on the shores of a crystal clear lagoon. With 10 kilometers of white sand beach in front of the hotel, guests literally have sand at their doorstep.

With a range of room types, Moana Sands Beachfront is a boutique hotel offering privacy and intimacy - perfect for that relaxing holiday in the sun. Each of the guest rooms and suites are absolute beachfront and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the lagoon, reef or Pacific Ocean. The lagoon offers a safe sheltered marine playground teeming with beautiful tropical fish.

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel offers a restaurant and bar, with daily tropical breakfast included in the nightly rate. Just by the beach is a BBQ and deck area where guests can cook their own tasty dinners. Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel & Villas is the perfect base from which to explore the Cook Islands on your next family holiday or romantic getaway.

Please note that Moana Restaurant, Beachfront Studios & Deluxe Beachfront Studios are unavailable from 01 December 2021 until 31 May 2022.

Accommodation

There are 17 studios in total, located over 3 levels with 6 on the ground floor, 6 on the first floor and 5 deluxe studios located on the top floor. Each studio features stunning ocean views, kitchenette facilities and a private balcony or patio.

All Studios Feature

  • Air conditioning
  • Private balcony or patio
  • IDD Telephone
  • In-room Safe
  • Kitchenette
  • Small fridge
  • Tea & Coffee making facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Television
  • Ironing facilities

Beachfront Studio: Located on the ground and 1st floor. Bedding is 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed + 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Interconnecting rooms are available on request. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults & Children + 1 Infant.

Deluxe Beachfront Studio: These rooms occupy the top floor of the hotel and offer stunning panoramic views of the white sand beach and sparkling lagoon from your private balcony. Bedding is 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults. (Adults only 18yrs+ in this room type).

The Apartments and Villas are located 4 kilometres (5 min drive) away from Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel. There are 4 apartments and 6 villas in total, with the apartments located adjacent to the villas. The Moana Sands Office, Hibiscus Salon and Coco Latte Cafe are all onsite and a supermarket is located across the road.

All Apartments & Villas Feature

  • Air conditioning
  • Full kitchen facilities
  • Private patio or balcony
  • IDD Telephone
  • Security boxes
  • Hairdryer
  • Television
  • DVD Player
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea & Coffee making facilities

Studio Beachfront Apartment: Each apartment is located on the ground floor with a private patio area and absolute beachfront access. Bedding is 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults & Children.

2 Bedroom Beachside Apartment: Each apartment is situated on the first floor and offer great views of the lagoon from the large deck. Bedding is 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed + 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children.

2 Bedroom Beachfront Villa: There are 3 villas located on the ground floor and 3 villas located on the first floor. Each villa has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a patio or balcony, spacious open-plan lounge and dining area and the added bonus of absolute beachfront access. Bedding is 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed + 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children.

3 Bedroom Beachside Apartment: Each apartment is situated on the first floor and offer great views of the lagoon from the large deck. Bedding is 3 King Beds OR 1 King Bed + 4 Single Beds OR 2 King Beds + 2 Single Beds OR 6 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children. *Price on application.

Dining

Moana Restaurant & Bar: Located at Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel, this restaurant serves quality local cuisine and delicious seafood. Enjoy al fresco dining with spectacular beach and lagoon views.

Coco Latte Cafe: Located adjacent to Moana Sands Beachfront Villas, Coco Latte Café offers a tantalizing array of delicious treats including sandwiches, a fresh selection of tasty salads, quiches, freshly baked slices, cakes and muffins utilizing local fruits and produce and fantastic espresso coffee, iced coffee, fresh fruit smoothies and their famous Nu- shakes.

Facilities

  • Reception/Lobby
  • Restaurant & Bar
  • Cafe
  • Hibiscus Spa
  • Bike Hire
  • BBQ Area
  • WiFi (fees apply)
  • Tour desk
  • Babysitting services

Activities

The following activities are free of charge:

  • Snorkelling
  • Kayaks

The following activities are available at a charge:

  • Raro 4WD Mountain Safari
  • Captain Tama's Lagoon Cruize
  • Cook Islands Cultural Village
  • Circle Island Tour
  • Dive adventures
  • Boat trips
  • Fishing charters
  • Horseriding
  • Scenic flights
  • Aitutaki day tour

Diving

There is a variety of marine life in the lagoon offering great snorkelling. Dive adventures can be booked directly with the resort. These are both 9 hole courses.

Day Spa

Hibiscus Spa: Located at the Taikura shops adjacent to the Moana Sands Villas & Apartments, the spa provides a range of relaxing treatments, manicures and pedicures.

Golf

There are only a couple of Golf Courses in the Cook Islands, one course is in Raratonga on the West Coast and one on Aitutaki right beside the airport.

Additional Information

Children: 2-11 years child rate applies. Porta cots are available on request for infants 0-1 years, with additional charge, payable direct.
Check In: 2.00 pm
Check Out: 10.00 am
Note: Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel is located in the village of Titikaveka on the southern side of the island. Moana Sands Beachfront Apartments are located at Vaimaanga adjacent to Moana Sands Beachfront Villas.
Information: Early check-in and Late check-out are available at an additional cost
Address: Main Road, Ara Tapu, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

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