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Reviews of Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Main Road, Muri, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#91 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 285 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    8.0
    Staff lovely rooms clean and views beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just the restaurant wasn’t the best

    Everything was beautiful but the restaurant did let it down a bit

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    close to sea

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location. Staff were more than helpful. Rooms were spacious and clean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    9.0
    Relaxation at its best.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very limited vegetarian menu at the restaurant. More than 2 options would have been welcomed. Washington machine and dryer were $5 NZD each.

    Large, comfortable room, with amazing lagoon views beside the pool. Room was serviced daily except weekends, and had everything we needed. Great location with minimart, delicious Vietnamese cafe and coffee and crepe shop across the road. Public bus stopped at resort, and airport transfers were seamless. Most staff were super friendly and helpful. Walking distance to many other eateries and bars, and water activities. Resort had kayaks, snorkelling gear and reef shoes available to borrow.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    10
    Beautiful but short and had very easy access to the beach and lovely, accommodating staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing it was great

    Beautiful atmosphere and very helpful and friendly staff

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    10
    Moana Sands Lagoon Resort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Free breakfast was very meager and poor value. Cooked breakfast was available but at additional cost.

    Rooms and staff were fantastic. Restaurant meals were as good as any on the island with a good menu selection. Spa massage with awesome. Pick up and drop off prompt with helpful drivers.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This hotel is on the windy side of the island! When it blows, it's hard to enjoy the outside area. (Not their fault) Eating: the hotel restaurant is better for breakfast. We had 1 dinner here and it was disappointing. The food at the Muri night market is not great. Other resorts had nicer dinner options but they were pricey! Affordable eateries with good food and athmosphere are far from the hotel. However, my only real negative observation was, that there was no vibe! I thought a hotel with no children & delicious cocktails would be buzzing at night, with people having drinks and a good time around the pool but nada. Dead. Not sure why.

    This hotel is quite modern. It has big rooms, modern bathroom with nice hot water. They give you heaps of toiletries that smell good. Easy access to beaches: left - 10 min walk to Muri beach. Right - 10 min walk to Tikioki beach, both sandy with great snorkeling on a sunny day. You can walk on the beach to the beaches! Bit rocky but you can see crabs, fishes, etc. Walking distance to shops and the local bus stops right outside of the hotel. The pool was actually really nice. Perfect temperature, clean. Not chemically! Since no children, it stays peaceful and clean and you can enjoy a lovely pina colada in the sunset.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2025

    9.0
    We had a very relaxing time staying here. Rooms were very comfortable and clean. Locations was great and would definitel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast could’ve had more options

    Loved how clean and quiet it was. Rooms were excellent and staff were very friendly. We had the most relaxing stay here.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bar wasn't open until 3pm and then closed around 9pm. This may have been due to down season beginning of April. Lucky we took some duty free so could still have a drink around the pool.

    Room was big, bed super comfy and the bathroom was great. The pool was great. We were able to stay in our room on final day until 6pm due to late flight home.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    7.0
    It was pleasant. The room we had was fantastic. Staff were extremely helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Inclusive Breakfast could of had a bit more variety Would of been a bonus if the resort offered a happy hour :) We would of more likely have stayed after for dinner then - we went out to other places every night

    Room was great

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful view, very comfortable and well appointed rooms. Direct access to the beach and pool straight from the room.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    8.0
    I was happy with my choice of accommodaiton for the price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The included breakfast was disappointing with very limited selection. The fruit apeared recycled from the day before with brown apples and why apples in a tropical country? Most staff were very helpful but restaurant staff did not seem a happy crew-except the main person who was always cheerful and helpful.

    The rooms are spacious. Most things are well maintained and work. The location with direct access to the beach and views of the sea from the pool was b etter than I expected

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2025

    7.0
    The room was comfortable and the pool was good but there are alot better options on the island
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The check in staff were not very friendly or helpful , on check in the girl said she didn't know where to get a scooter or when they closed! The included breakfast selection was horrendous , some bread to toast , chopped up brown apple and rice bubbles. Luckily we are not big breakfast people and went somewhere else later on but would have expected a better fruit and cereal selection. Lunch was also not available and no drinks until 3pm which made hanging around the resort pool for a relaxing day not a good option.

    The location is great, rooms are spacious and clean with air con, tiled showers and a comfortable bed. The restaurant and house keeping staff were very friendly.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    resturant could be open for longer as no lunch service available

    the staff were amazing and so friendly and helpful location is perfect

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful place, couldn't have asked for more from a small boutique resort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights

    This is by no fault of the resort itself, but the location was a little bit awkward, a good 20min walk to Muri, or going the other way 20mins to Charlies. Would have love to have been a little closer but we know that for next time if that is something we decide is important for another stay. Definitely got our step count in!

    Gorgeous friendly staff who knew our names as we were greeted for breakfast each morning. Huge comfortable rooms. Felt private even though we were right next door to other guests. A really solid lovely adults only accommodation option.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would like to see more water sport facilities like kayaks and maybe a paddle board or two. Would have been good if the kitchen had a microwave, just something extra to reheat or cook your food if needed.

    The pool being central to the resort and where it was not so busy. The staff were fantastic, this is especially Va and Meri in the restaurant. The reception staff were very helpful as well.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2025

    10
    This is a great easy option for your stay in Rarotonga. The staff made for a seamless check in and check out experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view out to the central area is a little awkward at first because it felt very public, but then we didn’t mind so much once we got used to it

    Large spacious room, nice pool, friendly staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2025

    8.0
    it was a great peaceful stay in a good location staff were great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 9 nights

    It would be great if there were better water sports equipment eg only one Kayak for Single and it filled with water, The double kayak was too heavy to carry down to the water. I would add some new kayaks and perhaps some stand up paddle boards too . As an additional consideration it would be great to have some push bikes available rent for guests.

    Breakfast was alright, perhaps a bigger choice fruit and a couple of different cereal options.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great service and we're really helpful. Clean and a lot of space.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2024

    8.0
    Clean and comfortable on the lagoon.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fairly simple property and facilities. Probably not the best spot on Maui beach for swimming and a lot of the good restaurants are about a 20mins walk away.

    New property, clean and comfortable with spacious rooms. Room 723 on the upper floor is perfectly located with excellent views of the lagoon.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2024

    10
    Little Gen
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything the staff excellent service thankyou to the ladies at reception and Va & Mary at the restaurant

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2024

    10
    Loved it. A great hotel, staff and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect for us

    Our room 724 was amazing so much space and fantastic views. A beautiful little hotel with great views over the lagoon. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The food was amazing too. Location wise it could not have been better for us with plenty of amenities near to hand with choices to eat out as well. It was great to have free use of all the beach wear from sea shoes, snorkels, etc

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    staff was so welcoming and friendly, the room was spacious and clean, and the bed was super comfortable.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2024

    8.0
    Adults only place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Continental breakfast was very basic. Would have liked more choice of cereal, bread and fruit.

    Room size with amazing views. On site evening meals were good. Pool size was great and no kids!

    Stayed in October 2024

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