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Tropical Sands

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

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Muri Village (4 minutes away), Rarotonga
  • Place, Avana Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Muri Lagoon
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Villa with Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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  • Beach view
  • 1033 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Villa with Garden View

  • Beach view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Ngatangiia

Located in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga, Tropical Sands is in the suburbs and on the beach. Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre and Cocoputt are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Avana Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Aroa Beach - 17 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vili's Burger Joint - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Superbrown Take Away - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Tropical Sands

WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance are available at this apartment building. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a garden and a picnic area. Each apartment features WiFi and a furnished patio, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include a private garden and a flat-screen TV. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Tropical Sands offers 5 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes queen sofa beds. 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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.
  • Bed sheets fee: NZD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Sands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tropical Sands?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Sands?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Tropical Sands?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 85 (subject to availability).

Does Tropical Sands provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 25 per person applies.

Where is Tropical Sands located?

Nestled on the beach, this Takitumu District apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Avana Harbour and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Muri Beach. Muri Lagoon and Koromiri are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Tropical Sands Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 129 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Villa on the beach was perfect, private, quiet, great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wiki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tidy premises, helpful owners but not intrusive.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it there! Great spot and a cute authentic Island style room. Our hosts were the loveliest warm people. Location location location excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
clean and tidy accommodation. Friendly hosts. only downfall was you couldn’t swim because of the coral reef.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We found it perfect for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Rudy and Kanoe were lovely hosts and have a beautiful property
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely hosts, nice cabin very close to the beach and easily walkable to Muri.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

CHERIE Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Location and rooms were excellent, hosts were lovely. Only disappointment was the ceiling leaking due to heavy rains on last night, woke up to very wet ankle deep water on the bedroom floor. Would however definitely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts pleasant & helpful. Accomodation nicely decorated by talented host. Not a swimming beach. Need transport or use bus service. A good stocked store within walking distance. A compendium of local amenities would be useful especially for 1st time visitors. Overall a pleasant 3 day stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to stay. We were welcomed from arrival and our hosts were friendly and helpful. A small supermarket was only a 2 minute walk. We hired a 2 person scooter to get around and enjoy the island and this is a great way to explore. Snorkelling is a few kms away but fantastic. We would certainly recommend Tropical Sands and hope to go back some day
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an ocean view villa with a large deck overlooking the sea. The room was spacious and decorated with the owner's art and craft. Great shower and full-sized fridge. The amenities were a bit tired, with bed linen, crockery and cutlery below par. More towels would have been good, as we only had one each for our five night stay, and they didn't dry out in-between use because of the humidity.
Sunrise from our villa
The balcony of villa 5
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place to stay if you are after basic but good honest accommodation (not the place if you are after aircon and a big multi channel flat screen TV) The hosts Rudy and Kanoe were very friendly & helpful. Located right on the beach (but as others have said swimming not possible) and a very well stocked store just over the road. You do need transport to have freedom to get around - but the hire scooters from Muri are cheap, safe & really fun. Highly recommended (with the above conditions). Ian C
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Little slice of paradise

Had the most amazing relaxing time here, our hosts were just the most beautiful people. Nothing was a problem. Will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at tropical sand and definitely would come back. Kanoi and Rudy were very caring, friendly and wonderful hosts. Grocery store and options to eat are within walking distance and we also saw whales at the private beach at tropical sand. It was just perfect. Thank you so much ! Best Wishes Paula and Tessa
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful resort within close distance to shopping, bus stops and driving distance to the nearest beach in Muri. You also get so see beautiful art done by local artists including the owners Kanoe and Rudy all around Tropical Sands and within the rooms. We had the best time and both Rudy and Kanoe were so welcoming and kind and helpful. Very clean rooms and they were eco friendly and sustainable with organic rubbish separated from general waste and plastic. This place is an artists dream with location close to the ocean so you get nature, sand, sea and art in a beautiful location. The best stay for us!. Meitaki ma'ata to Rudy and Kanoe we highly recommend Tropical Sands to anyone traveling to Rarotonga.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Angelina

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unfortunately was without water one day, hot water another day due to work being conducted on another unit forgot to turn back on. In heavy downpour roof leaked beside bed. 3 singles travelling 2 had to share a double bed as no rollaway available. Was quiet except for roosters. On the seafront but not ideal to swim.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly hosts. Beautiful location and view. Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Latesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had such a wonderful time here! Right on the beach with incredible sunrises & sunsets. Friendly, welcoming and helpful hosts. It's more rustic & authentic than staying in a big fancy resort, we really enjoyed it and can happily recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel liegt nahe bei Muri Beach. Entweder in 4 Minuten mit dem Scooter oder in 20 Minuten zu Fuß. Rudy und seine Frau sind exzellente Gastgeber und können sehr gute Tips für die Insel geben. Unser Aufenthalt war trotz 2 Tagen Regen wunderschönen. Versucht einen der Bungalows mit Meerblick in der ersten Reihe zu bekommen. Der Blick ist klasse.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly, privately own resort with ATM, good ship and Petrol few min walk away. We booked 5 nights and after checking plenty of another hotels extended for another week)) Great value for money and super hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely,quiet and, safe. The bed was a little hard, lovely hosts, Rudy and Kanoe. Ngaa mihi
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TOSHIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ステキなお宿でした。

キッチンがあり、近くにストアがあるのでとても便利でした。 お庭やインテリアの飾り付けがステキで、手作りのようでしたが、とてもアーティスティックでした。 オーナーさんは、とてもフレンドリーでしたし、またぜひ宿泊したいです。
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My unit was right on the beaachfront. It was not always easy to find the owners when I needed to to. There was no hot water after the first day.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAWSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to Stay in Rarotonga

Amazing View...lovely host close with grocery shop...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019