Moana Sands Lagoon Resort

My partner and I are a young couple from New Zealand. We have visited Rarotonga four times but this was our first time staying at any of the Moana Sands accomodation. We stayed for three nights in a deluxe garden view room. The room was immaculate, clean and very spacious with modern amenities. The room itself reminded me of an upmarket hotel room you would find in New Zealand. It is worth noting that the feel of the resort was slightly commercialised compared to other accomodation we have stayed at in Rarotonga but that is expected with it being part of the Moana Sands group. The staff were nice and pleasant but perhaps not as friendly as some you would find at more boutique accomodation. The view from the room, dining area and pool is beautiful and the gardens are well kept as is the whole premises as a whole. We found that it was quiet, peaceful and relaxing at the resort. From what we saw we were some of the youngest guests there being in our late 20’s with a majority of the patrons being of an older demographic. However, as a young couple it was still enjoyable. The beach the resort is located on is a more rocky stretch of beach not as ideal for swimming as other parts of the beach on the island. We did have an enjoyable kayak out towards Muri Lagoon during our stay. Overall, we enjoyed our stay at Moana Sands Lagoon Resort and would recommend it to anyone looking for quiet, relaxing stay in Rarotonga.

Great outlook and clean modern rooms with beautiful view of pool and ocean. . Pool was fantastic, but needed a few more deck chairs. Didn’t try restaurant as only open at night. No wifi available which was disappointing as most hotels provide it. Had to purchase it and even when we did it only lasted an hour, so waste of money.

Thanks After each interaction with staff I came away with the thought “wow, they’re so nice.” The on site restaurant was convenient and they managed to fit us in as we didn’t know about needing reservations. The staff were knowledgeable of the area and always happy to answer questions and have conversations. The availability of kayaks, snorkelling sets, reef shoes, etc was brilliant. Overall great stay, thank you.

Water pressure in the bathroom shower was very slow, it was almost dripping no pressure at all. Apart from that everything else was really good and we had good time during our stay. Friendly staff, good food, clean and quiet.

Great and friendly staff. Very helpful. Property was always kept clean and tiny

Great beach front accommodation for a holiday with most needs catered for.Clean and tidy, walking distance to cafes and stores for everyday things .Bus passing the door.On site restaurant..Free snorkel gear for snorkelling right off the front of property.Lovely view over the lagoon.Staff always on hand.Wonderful.