Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only - Rarotonga

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Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only - Rarotonga
Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Staff9.3
Location9.2
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples78%
Groups9%
Families7%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Staff9.3
Location9.2
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples78%
Groups9%
Families7%
Solo6%

Adults-only beachfront resort on Muri Lagoon in Rarotonga

Amenities

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only Rarotonga offers an outdoor swimming pool and direct access to Muri Lagoon for beach activities. The on-site spa uses locally sourced organic products for treatments. Guests can borrow kayaks, snorkeling gear, and reef shoes for free.

Rooms

Each accommodation at Moana Sands Lagoon Resort includes a fully equipped kitchenette with a toaster and a flat-screen TV. Rooms feature a private bathroom with free toiletries and are spread over two levels with lagoon views. The property provides soundproof rooms and air conditioning for comfort.

Dining

The resort's restaurant serves award-winning dining featuring local fish and international cuisines. There is a bar on-site offering wine and champagne, plus a coffee house on the property. Special diet menus are available upon request.

Activities

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort provides guided snorkeling, diving, canoeing, and hiking tours. Guests can join happy hour, pub crawls, live sport events, and walking tours organized by the resort. The tour desk offers around-the-clock advice from multilingual staff speaking Fijian, Filipino, Spanish, and Indonesian.

Location & Services

Located on Muri Lagoon, the resort is 7 km from MV Mataora and 8 km from Albertos. An airport shuttle service is available for convenient transportation. Facilities for disabled guests and wheelchair access are provided, along with car hire and laundry services.

  • Location: On Muri Lagoon, 10 min walk to Muri Beach shops
  • Rooms: Kitchenette, flat-screen TV, lagoon view
  • Dining: Award-winning restaurant with local fish
  • Wellness: Spa with local organic products
  • Activities: Free kayaks, snorkel gear, guided tours
  • Staff: Multilingual, 24-hour reception and tour desk
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-18:00
from 08:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel at additional cost.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 25.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Bahasa Indonesian, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Number of rooms:22
Former name
moana sands beachfront villas & apartments
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Rooms and availability

Studio
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
King Studio
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed2 Single beds
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Facilities

Main facilities

Paid Wi-Fi

additional cost

Parking
24-hour services

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Private beach

Beach access

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Mini golf
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

💵 Lowest room price 203 £
📏 Distance to centre 5.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 13.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Rarotonga International, RAR

Location

Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
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Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
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Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Te Ara- Cook Islands Museum of Cultural Enterprise
50 m
Island
Taakoka
310 m
Muri Beach
240 m
Restaurant
Aqua Restaurant
100 m
Restaurant
LBV - Le Bon Vivant Muri Beach
180 m
Restaurant
Sails
740 m
Restaurant
SilverSands Restaurant and Bar
910 m
Restaurant
La Casita Rarotonga
730 m

Reviews of Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

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FAQ about Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

What popular attractions are closest to Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only?
Guests of Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only can visit Muri Beach (a few steps from the accommodation), or Te Ara- Cook Islands Museum of Cultural Enterprise placed 5 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to the resort?
Rarotonga International airport lies within 15 km of the resort and is reachable with a 20-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by the hotel?
Airport shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 20-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
What are our dining options during the stay at the Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only?
Guests of the Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-seafood restaurant Nautilus Resort Restaurant offering Polynesian cuisine.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 3-star Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only hotel?
Guests of the 3-star Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only hotel can check in from 14:00 to 18:00 and check out from 08:00.
What payment methods are available in the resort?
At the resort, you can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa.
What are the room types offered by the Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only hotel?
The Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only hotel provides such room types as King Studio, Queen Studio, and Deluxe King Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the 3-star Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only?
Most rooms at the 3-star Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only include a flat-screen television and feature separate bathrooms with a roll-in shower. At the same time, all suites boast soundproof windows as well as a writing desk.
Is there Internet connection at the Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only?
Yes, the Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only provides Wi-Fi, available at extra cost throughout the property.
Does the resort offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the resort there are wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities available for guests with special needs.
Is swimming pool available at the resort?
Yes, the resort features an outdoor pool.
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