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Sands of Rarotonga

Property class: 2.5

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A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a sign in the background.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a pool.
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A hotel room with a dining area featuring a table set with plates, bowls, and a coffee maker. There are containers of snacks and a mirror on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Corner Puoromea Road and Vakatini Road, Rarotonga, Rarotonga, 00000
  • Place, Punanga Nui Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cook Island Christian Church
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cook Islands Library and Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Double Room, Pool View

  • 162 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Located in Avarua, Sands of Rarotonga is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Punanga Nui Market and Beachcomber Gallery. This 3-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Punanga Nui Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cook Island Christian Church - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cook Islands National Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Beachcomber Pearl Market - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VIBE - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Anchorage - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Tapas Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Sands of Rarotonga

At Sands of Rarotonga, guests have access to an outdoor pool and a communal living room. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and concierge services.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Sands of Rarotonga?

This hotel is situated in Avarua within a short 10-minute walk of Punanga Nui Market and also 13 minutes on foot from Cook Islands Library and Museum. You'll also find Cook Islands National Museum and Beachcomber Gallery less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands of Rarotonga?

As of Oct 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands of Rarotonga on Oct 7, 2026 start from $133, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sands of Rarotonga feature a casino?

No, Sands of Rarotonga doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sands of Rarotonga?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does Sands of Rarotonga have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sands of Rarotonga serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Sands of Rarotonga allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sands of Rarotonga though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from Sands of Rarotonga?

The closest major airport to Sands of Rarotonga is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), which is 1.7 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Sands of Rarotonga Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026