Tropical Sands
Ngatiangii, Matavera, 0000 Rarotonga, Cook Islands – Excellent location – show map
- Houses
- Kitchen
- Sea view
- Garden
- WiFi
- Balcony
- Free parking
- Private Bathroom
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
Just 5 minutes’ drive from Muri Beach, Tropical Sands offers accommodations with a large terrace and ocean or garden views. Enjoy free bicycle rental. The tour desk books lagoon cruises, scuba diving, snorkeling trips and cultural dinners with traditional dancing. Whale watching cruises are available between July and October. All self-contained accommodations features a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, microwave and refrigerator. A fan, TV is provided and DVD players are available on request. Both hosts are talented artists and their artwork is displayed in the gallery and gift shop. Wi-Fi and airport transfers are available for an extra cost. From Tropical Sands Villas, it is a 5-minute drive to central Muri where a range of beachfront restaurants, shops and cafés can be found. Rarotonga International Airport is 15 minutes’ drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Airport shuttle
- WiFi
- Beachfront
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private beach area
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See what guests loved the most:
- JocelynCanada“The location is amazing… Steps away from a convenience store, delicious restaurant, and the best coffee and pastries on the island! The view from our villa was the absolute best part of our stay! We spent a lot of our time just lounging on our...”
- MunroNew Zealand“We would come back each year if we could! Rudy and Kanoe are warm and welcoming hosts and nothing seems a problem. We love the quiteness and privacy and the chance to relax in a beautifully-maintained environment.”
- OlgaNew Zealand“Awesome! Rudy and Kanoe are super friendly and helpful hosts. They organized a transfer for our late arrival from the airport, so all went smoothly. As the place is a bit distant from all popular beaches (Muri beach is in a walking distance...”
Hosted by Kanoe & Rudy Aquino - Directors
Area info
Amenities of Tropical SandsGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Airport shuttle
- WiFi
- Beachfront
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private beach area
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Blu-ray player
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
- Tile/Marble floor
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Temporary art galleries
- Beach
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- HikingOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Inner courtyard view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
- Detached
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Public transit ticketsAdditional charge
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Convenience store on site
- Adults only
- Designated smoking area
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Safe
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 240. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)
Cash Tropical Sands accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that Tropical Sands does not accept payments with American Express and Diners Club credit cards.
Transfers are available to and from Rarotonga International Airport for NZD per person, one way. Please inform Tropical Sands in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform Tropical Sands of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Tropical Sands
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Tropical Sands can accommodate this group size:
- 2 guests
For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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Tropical Sands offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Windsurfing
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Beach
- Temporary art galleries
- Tour or class about local culture
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Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Tropical Sands on this page.
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Tropical Sands is 2.9 miles from the center of Rarotonga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Tropical Sands (subject to availability) that have:
- 1 bedroom
- 2 bedrooms
For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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The prices at Tropical Sands may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Tropical Sands is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.