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Tropical Sands

3.0 star property
Rarotonga beachfront apartments with kitchens

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On the beach, sun loungers
Villa with Sea View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
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Property grounds
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Tropical Sands puts you just a 5-minute drive from Muri Beach. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving. Apartments feature kitchens, furnished patios, and flat-screen TVs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet access
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • 5 apartments
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • On the beach
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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

Villa with Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Furnished patio
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
  • 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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
  • 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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Muri Village (4 minutes away), Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Muri Lagoon - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Muri Night Markets - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

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

Tropical Sands puts you just a 5-minute drive from Muri Beach. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving. Apartments feature kitchens, furnished patios, and flat-screen TVs.

At a glance

DONE

Property size

    • 5 apartments
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
PETS

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available (NZD 50 per stay), with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cleaning supplies

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

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

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 elevators
  • Soundproofing
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bottled water

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 5 rooms
  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1998
  • Traditional architecture

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: NZD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Shuttle transfer per adult: NZD 25.00 (one-way)
  • Shuttle transfer per child: NZD 20.00 (one-way), from 12 to 18 years old

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for NZD 50 per stay (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for NZD 50 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 85 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 12 and 18 costs NZD 20.00 (one-way)

Policies

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 does not have elevators.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropical Sands offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tropical Sands does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Tropical Sands?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Tropical Sands?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Tropical Sands?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 25 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tropical Sands?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 85 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Tropical Sands and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Tropical Sands have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

Does Tropical Sands have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a furnished patio and a yard.

What's the area around Tropical Sands like?

Tropical Sands is located on the waterfront in Takitumu District, a short 15-minute walk from Muri Lagoon and 14 minutes' walk from Avana Harbour.

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