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Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

4.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront resort with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior entrance
Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby lounge
Beachfront Suite | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve, Rarotonga
  • Place, Aroa Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rarotonga Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Beachfront Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, table tennis

Honeymoon Spa Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Beachside Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Beachfront Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Beachside Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Interior

Honeymoon Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

2 Bedroom Beachside Suite

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Located in Arorangi, Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only is within a 5-minute walk of Aroa Beach and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Cocoputt. This 49-room, 4-star resort welcomes guests with conveniences like a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cocoputt - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Muri Beach - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

Adults-only beachfront resort with outdoor pool
Guests of Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only enjoy a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a gym. There's free parking and a shopping center shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this adults-only resort include free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and a conference center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Furnished balconies or patios, sitting areas, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.
A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the resort. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Water Grill Pacific

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 95.0 per night
  • Children younger than 16 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 16 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 28 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 95.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sanctuary Hotel Rarotonga-on beach
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on beach
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on beach-Adults Resort
Sanctuary beach-Adults Resort
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on beach-Adults
Sanctuary beach-Adults
Sanctuary Rarotonga On The
Sanctuary Rarotonga on the beach Adults Only
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Resort
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Rarotonga
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Resort Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

This resort is situated in Arorangi, just steps from Aroa Beach. You'll also find Puaikura Beach and Cocoputt less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is there a spa at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

Spa services at the resort include beach massages.

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only feature a casino?

No, Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from January until December.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

This adults-only resort offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as a private beach and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

Yes, some guestrooms at this resort feature private outdoor spa tubs.

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Blue Water Grill Pacific.

Will Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

Yes, this resort has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

The closest major airport to Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), which is 6 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

Yes, every guestroom at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring beach or garden views.

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 437 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 437 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 437 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 437 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 437 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Lovely quiet place, staff are all amazing, so friendly and willing to help. Rooms are a bit dated and could do with a bit of a tidy up, but it was clean and tidy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pretty good

After a bad start, some grumpy faces and room not ready well after checkin time, everything improved. We enjoyed our stay. Swimming and playing tennis.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

We’ll be back 😀

Loved it !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very welcoming and friendly team. Rooms would benefit from some updating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 7 day here and had a fantastic time the stall went above with the way they got to know us and call us by our names. Our room was alway neat and tide and so close to the lagoon. We will be back very soon again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to the lagoon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KUN

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nothing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fantastic experience. So private. So quiet. Staff is friendly, courteous and helpful. Looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

arnelle

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The Rarotonga has the echos of a beautiful resort. The location on the lagoon is fantastic. It’s showing its age. The reception check in could provide a little more direction and help to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selvakaran

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We throughly enjoyed our stay at the sanctuary, a couple of small things i would change is the music! It is on loop 1 album the whole time and food was not consistent but mostly good. Also wifi needs to be inclusive in price even if it is a small amount. Overall was our favorite place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, absolutely beautiful location and the lagoon being right there is INCREDIBLE. Amazing snorkelling right outside your room, saw rays and awesome fish (someone saw a turtle but we did not). Absolutely would recommend, staff are lovely and a pleasure to chat to. Swim up bar is awesome and perfect way to cool off. Can't recommend highly enough!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and great beach. Room was very nice and well serviced. The games room could use a sweep. Staff were lovely and food service was fairly good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members Va and Aku provided beautiful service. They were a highlight of our stay at the resort. Such a pleasure to be around them both. They went out of their way to always make sure we were okay and provided excellent customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The Sanctuary could be a great place to stay but it is not a luxury Resort. We had an issue with our room not being what we had requested, and this was promptly sorted by the Reservatios lady, maybe because several other members of our group had better rooms or maybe when I questioned why I had an ash tray in my non smoking room and why was my neighbour continuously smoking on the balcony next to ours which meant we could not go outside. Unfortunately several of us encountered exceptionally rude staff on the Reception Desk. The food was mostly good, but breakfast was always lacking either no bread, no cheese/meat, no cups, no teabags there wasnt one morning where we didn't have to request something. We were definitely 2nd place to The Rarotongan. The pool is a nice area, but smoking is openly allowed at this resort which was extremely unpleasant. This was my 3rd time in Raro, 1st time at The Sanctuary, I really missed the happy fun loving Rarotongans, the staff at The Sanctuary just did not seem happy at all. Previous experience at The Edgewater has been warm, engaging staff who were happy to help but at this resort everything seemed to be too much trouble. However at The Sanctuary the Ground staff and cleaners were always friendly and helpful. Overall we had an amazing time but that was more to do with the occasion we were there for and sadly due to the lack of warmth and engagement we went outside of The Sanctuary for food and entertainment.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, well-appointed, with the option of taking part in all the activities at the sister resort next door. Lovely, friendly staff who were always prepared to go the extra mile. Fabulous snorkelling right on our doorstep - it was like swimming in an aquarium.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, pleasant hotel in a wonderful part of the world
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

A great relaxing stay

Great stay, perfect beachfront room and being adults only on the side we stayed on, relaxing and quiet. Service was good but relaxed. Swim up bar, well kept facility, a range of bars and restaurants within the complex, fins, goggles and snorkel provided for the lagoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Troy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the adult only stay. The cocktail and bar staff were amazing special Sake. Areas which were a little disappointed was the breakfast buffet. For the price we believe that it was not value for money. Overall we enjoyed our stay and the facilities / beach equipment that were available to us. Thank you all the the friendly staff that help us enjoyed our holiday. Fiona and Troy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have not idea to change something, everything was excellent and see you next year.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

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