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Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront resort near Aroa Beach

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Beachfront Suite | Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve, Rarotonga
  • Place, Aroa Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cocoputt
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Puaikura Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Beachfront Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, table tennis

Honeymoon Spa Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Beachside Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Beachfront Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Beachside Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Interior

Honeymoon Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

2 Bedroom Beachside Suite

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Beachside getaway.Within a 15-minute walk of this Arorangi resort, you'll find Aroa Beach and Cocoputt. Also, Wigmore's Waterfall is within 3 miles (5 km) and Rarotonga Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cocoputt - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Puaikura Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Muri Beach - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Punanga Nui Market - 15 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

4-star beachfront resort near Aroa Beach
Simply walk outside to smell the salt air and watch the ocean waves from the white sand beach. Have fun in the sun at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only with summer activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and rowing/canoeing.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a fitness center. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Rarotonga resort.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Rarotonga resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 95.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 28 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 95.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a security system
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 according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Sanctuary Hotel Rarotonga-on beach
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on beach
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on beach-Adults Resort
Sanctuary beach-Adults Resort
Sanctuary Rarotonga-on beach-Adults
Sanctuary beach-Adults
Sanctuary Rarotonga On The
Sanctuary Rarotonga on the beach Adults Only
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Resort
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Rarotonga
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Resort Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only to the airport?

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only is 6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only.

How close is Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 28 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only have a pool?

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only is home to Blue Water Grill Pacific, which features local and international cuisine, ocean views, and a beachfront location.

Does Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only have a spa?

This resort doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only to downtown Rarotonga?

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only is 2.7 mi away from Rarotonga.

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 445 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TERRY, Kapaa

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

TERRY, Kapaa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and really made us feel welcome! The resort was clean, and our room location was unbelievably fantastic. The only improvement could be made with the dinner menu offering a few more healthy items.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Food extremely average, could do a lot better
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen Audrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the bes was comfy, large and a range of pillows to suit. The shower was excellent with good pressure. Loved the air con and then heat pump when needed. I didnt like that it was cashless as we brought quite a bit of cash but not a big deal. Some rubbish was accidenly left in our room on check in ~ also not big deal. The biggest let down was the wifi. We needed this to find things to do on the island and for map location. It would constantly drop off. This really does need to be sorted. We would come back as staff were awesome but wifi seriously needs looking at.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Damon

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
The resorts postion to the beach is great
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Sanctuary adults only is peaceful. Staff lack a bit of enthusiasm. Beach and water facilities great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and beautiful leading out to a semi private courtyard and out onto a gorgeous lagoon. The snorkelling was amazing - like bring in an aquarium! Super friendly staff too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the beach access / location. The water was crystal clear with plenty of coral fish about. Staff were pleasant and helpful. The dinner menu was average, a daily special would have been appreciated. Overall we had a fantastic time, very relaxing and well looked after.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Only disappointment was the lunch and dinner menu- was looking forward to the fish but three attempts resulted in very overcooked deep fried fish. Menu limited so ate out for dinner 4 nights. Staff fabulous- sea fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynette

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Will post on Trip Adviser
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend, nice relaxing, well appointed. Very nice staff, they made my stay very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

End of holiday treat

What an amazing view we had from our lovely room. We loved our 2 days. Wished it could have been longer. The restaurant has an awesome selection of gf food available. I was spoilt for choice and its celiac friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good location for swimming and snorkeling
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good sized room but quite dark. Great sized bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adnan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing polite and super helpful. The beach being at your doorsteps was amazing and kayak and snorkelling gear being provided was super handy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth Anne

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No kids. Great breakfast. Coffee pod machine in room with pods. Lovely FIJIAN staff. Thats right Fijian. Very few Cook Island staff except for reception in Rarotongan resort .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marise

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babette

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

Great resort

Awesome facilities, comfortable room overlooking the beach, great staff. Only problem was checking in after arriving early, still had to wait until 3. Was ok tho, we sat round the pool eating and drinking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Lovely quiet place, staff are all amazing, so friendly and willing to help. Rooms are a bit dated and could do with a bit of a tidy up, but it was clean and tidy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pretty good

After a bad start, some grumpy faces and room not ready well after checkin time, everything improved. We enjoyed our stay. Swimming and playing tennis.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025