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Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Where laid-back luxury meets the lagoon's edge
The Cook IslandsSouth Pacific· 17 Rooms · $$
Stunning lagoon views from your doorstep

Perched right on Titikaveka’s white sand shore, Moana Sands invites you to unwind in breezy studios and dine with the ocean as your backdrop

Location: Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel sits directly on Titikaveka Beach - a beautiful stretch of white sand and clear lagoon on Rarotonga’s southern coast in the Cook Islands. You’re literally steps from gentle waves and panoramic water vistas, while still being within an easy stroll of a grocery store and local village conveniences

Rooms: With just 17 studios in total, the setting is intimate and relaxed. Beachfront Studios span the ground and first floors and offer inter-connecting options - ideal for families. Deluxe Studios occupy the top floor and are adults-only, with panoramic ocean-front balconies. All are air-conditioned, measure around 40–49 sqm, and come with king-size beds, kitchenettes, private balconies or patios, in-room safes, flat-screens and hairdryers

Amenities: You’ll find a casual on-site restaurant and bar serving modern Pacific-fusion dishes and island-style cocktails with beautiful views. There’s guest laundry, BBQ facilities, babysitting on request, and access to the nearby Hibiscus Spa for indulgent treatments.

Sustainability: Moana Sands reflects a genuine respect for its natural setting. The feeling is informal, connected to the lagoon, local produce, and authentic island life - returning guests often comment on how effortlessly the hotel fits into its coastal home yet feels warmly attentive.

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