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Tropical Sands

3.0 star property
Beachfront apartments with kitchens and furnished patios

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Villa with Sea View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Villa with Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa with Sea View

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

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Two-bedroom Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Two-bedroom Villa

  • 1033 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Villa with Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa with Garden View

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

About the neighborhood

Ngatangiia

Located in Takitumu District, Tropical Sands is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Avana Harbour and Muri Lagoon. Each of the 5 rooms at this 3-star apartment building includes a kitchen, a furnished patio, and a private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Muri Lagoon - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Muri Night Markets - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tropical Sands

Beachfront apartments with kitchens and furnished patios
At Tropical Sands, guests have access to WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for NZD 25 per person one-way. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach apartment building include a picnic area and a garden.
Each apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchen and a furnished patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a flat-screen TV and stay connected with WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a private yard, a coffee maker, and free bottled water. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (NZD 50 per stay)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 50 per stay)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the suburbs
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • 5 units
  • Built in 1998
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing
  • Traditional architecture

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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)

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
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, 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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Tropical Sands Apartment Rarotonga
Tropical Sands Rarotonga
Tropical Sands Apartment
Tropical Sands Rarotonga
Tropical Sands Apartment Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Tropical Sands?

Tropical Sands offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Tropical Sands?

This apartment is situated in Takitumu District within a short 15-minute walk of Muri Lagoon and also 14 minutes on foot from Avana Harbour. You'll also find Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

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

Does Tropical Sands have a casino at the property?

No, Tropical Sands doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tropical Sands?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Tropical Sands?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront apartment include a kitchen and premium bedding in each apartment with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Tropical Sands?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Tropical Sands have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Tropical Sands doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Tropical Sands allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Tropical Sands.

What is the closest airport to Tropical Sands?

The closest major airport to Tropical Sands is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), which is 5.9 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tropical Sands?

Yes, every apartment at Tropical Sands comes with a furnished patio with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Reviews

Tropical Sands Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

6/10 Okay

Angelina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Tessa Louise

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

10/10 Excellent

Latesha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The homely relaxing environment supported by the friendly and helpful releaving management plus access to scenic beach
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Orrsrus, Lethbridge, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The nighttime hermit crab festival on the lawn was awesome. The grounds and folks that ran the place were nice. Beds and accommodations were not high end, but pleasant and acceptable. I’d stay there again.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Irf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rudy and Kanoi are wonderful hosts. The property is very well maintained and has many artistic touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Murray, Tropical Sands

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

Great Value, Clean and comfortable stay!

Amazing experience in an amazing location! Great Value. Had the privilege of enjoying our morning coffee while watching whales play and breach just a short distance from the beach. Rooms are always spotless. Same as the property. Rudi and Kanoi are always helpful and friendly. Very close to a new grocery/gas station and walking distance to Muri. I am a happy return customer, and would recommend anyone visiting the Island to stay at Tropical Sands.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Stacey, Vancouver, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For us, great location, bicycles were available for free and we took advantage to go exploring!!! Coffee down the block was great for breakfast and the gas station nearby had great selection for cooking at the room. Bacon, eggs, salad and chicken to name a few things. Bus stops right there so that is perfect as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic location for families or groups. Not 5 star, but friendly hosts and other guests make up for it!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great property to relax at close to ocean with great view of mountains. Owners present when needed and very friendly and helpful. A place to stay many days for sure. Felt like being home versus at a hotel.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Rose, New Zealand

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

Pleasant unit close to beach

Very clean, well equipped units look out onto garden and have their own sheltered porch with seating area from which you can see the sea. Good access to shops and within walking distance to Muri village. Nice to have filtered water on tap when many other places in the same price range need you to boil water or buy it. Friendly hosts who were knowledgeable and responsive to requests. Very pleasant place to spend a week and excellent value for money as very reasonably priced. Would have liked better beds, but otherwise a very good place to stay
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Carron, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Lovely Villa but...

Arrived at night 10pm Raro time and was pleased with layout of the Villa. Nice open plan kitchen, lounge/bedroom and a seperate bathroom. Everything was really nice and clean and there was a really good breeze. Security was on all windows and we felt ourselves and our stuff was safe. Woke up the next morning to find that there was a building site next door and they started at 7.30am, everyday that we were there. The building site meant that more than half of our view of the beach was covered by framing from the new buildings and the rest was pretty much covered by palm trees. When booking we liked the idea that little children werent going to be around but the owners grandkids (4 & 2 I believe) were there. When we introduced ourselves there wasnt really an apology but a they are our grandkids so what can you do about it. The owners were friendly and were able to help us get to a scooter place so we could hire one. We found contact with them was at the minimum which suited us but was surprised too find other guests were continually contacted by them and not always in a friendly manner.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Neil, Ballina NSW Australia

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

Waterfront bungalow with amazing sunrise

Despite some atrocious weather we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tropical Sands and when or if we get to return to Raratonga it will be our preferred accommodation destination. Our hosts were friendly and helpful, the accommodation was awesome right on the beachfront and between the use of the bycicles provided and the public bus stop at the resort entrance we had no trouble getting around Raratonga. A holiday that will long be remembered
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

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