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Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Sports facility
Property grounds
Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve, Rarotonga
  • Aroa Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Wigmore's Waterfall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Muri Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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

2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Suite

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

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

Beachside Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Beachfront Suite

  • Beach view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

4-star resort in Arorangi
At Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the private white sand beach where you can enjoy snorkeling.
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.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) is available for a surcharge. 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.

A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the resort. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only with activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and rowing/canoeing.

The resort offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a fitness center. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only has designated areas for smoking.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Blue Water Grill Pacific - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 15 per night)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • In-room WiFi has a 1-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 15 per night)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

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

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Water Grill Pacific

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 28 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 15 per night (1-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 15 per night (1-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 60 per person (roundtrip)
  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

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

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 405 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 405 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 405 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 405 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 405 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and great beach. Room was very nice and well serviced. The games room could use a sweep. Staff were lovely and food service was fairly good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members Va and Aku provided beautiful service. They were a highlight of our stay at the resort. Such a pleasure to be around them both. They went out of their way to always make sure we were okay and provided excellent customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The Sanctuary could be a great place to stay but it is not a luxury Resort. We had an issue with our room not being what we had requested, and this was promptly sorted by the Reservatios lady, maybe because several other members of our group had better rooms or maybe when I questioned why I had an ash tray in my non smoking room and why was my neighbour continuously smoking on the balcony next to ours which meant we could not go outside. Unfortunately several of us encountered exceptionally rude staff on the Reception Desk. The food was mostly good, but breakfast was always lacking either no bread, no cheese/meat, no cups, no teabags there wasnt one morning where we didn't have to request something. We were definitely 2nd place to The Rarotongan. The pool is a nice area, but smoking is openly allowed at this resort which was extremely unpleasant. This was my 3rd time in Raro, 1st time at The Sanctuary, I really missed the happy fun loving Rarotongans, the staff at The Sanctuary just did not seem happy at all. Previous experience at The Edgewater has been warm, engaging staff who were happy to help but at this resort everything seemed to be too much trouble. However at The Sanctuary the Ground staff and cleaners were always friendly and helpful. Overall we had an amazing time but that was more to do with the occasion we were there for and sadly due to the lack of warmth and engagement we went outside of The Sanctuary for food and entertainment.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, well-appointed, with the option of taking part in all the activities at the sister resort next door. Lovely, friendly staff who were always prepared to go the extra mile. Fabulous snorkelling right on our doorstep - it was like swimming in an aquarium.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, pleasant hotel in a wonderful part of the world
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

A great relaxing stay

Great stay, perfect beachfront room and being adults only on the side we stayed on, relaxing and quiet. Service was good but relaxed. Swim up bar, well kept facility, a range of bars and restaurants within the complex, fins, goggles and snorkel provided for the lagoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Troy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the adult only stay. The cocktail and bar staff were amazing special Sake. Areas which were a little disappointed was the breakfast buffet. For the price we believe that it was not value for money. Overall we enjoyed our stay and the facilities / beach equipment that were available to us. Thank you all the the friendly staff that help us enjoyed our holiday. Fiona and Troy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have not idea to change something, everything was excellent and see you next year.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Hotel is a wonderful location for snorkelling

We loved the location, in front of the marine park, being able to snorkel from the beach. Kayaks and stand up paddle boards were always available to use which was great. We had a lovely view of the lagoon from our balcony. Room was spacious and clean except windows which needed cleaning- the resort feels tired with dining areas needing a good clean
Main entrance for check in to the adults only resort is via the Rarotongan family resort
Balcony views of the lagoon
Balcony views of the lagoon
Resort pool and overflow breakfast dining area
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Wonderful location for snorkelling

We loved the location, in front of the marine park, being able to snorkel from the beach. Kayaks and stand up paddle boards we’re always available to use. We had a lovely view of the lagoon from our balcony. Room was spacious and clean except windows which needed cleaning- the resort feels tired with public areas needing a good clean, especially breakfast area - buffet not great, staff morale seemed low, did bare minimum
Main entrance via family resort
Balcony views of the lagoon
Balcony views of the lagoon
Resort pool and overflow breakfast dining area
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a retreat from the every day. At The Santuary, they have it all! Beautiful location, friendly staff, tasty food and plenty of options for activities throughout your stay. Highly highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities and the snorkelling is fantastic. The real highlight is the friendly staff - loved our time here.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lorna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve just come back from there. It’s the only place we’ve stayed in Raro so can’t compare. Plusses - room was great - clean with a super comfy bed, brill shower, our own snorkelling gear which we used to access what we understand to be the best snorkelling just metres from the beach. There was also free access to kayaks and SUPs. We had a beach room on the ground floor and it was amazing to lounge outside the bedroom looking at the sea through the trees, and on windy days lounge by the pool. There is a games room with Pool, table soccer and table tennis which provided us daily competition with each other. Staff were awesome, lovely and fun. Cocktails were yummy. Food was average, both price and quality. It was certainly a step up in quality of furnishings and fittings from the Rarotongan next door. You get access to their amenities, but they weren’t much cop. The gym machines in particular were very dated and clunky, and there was no real room to do any floor work. Our only downer were the tropical breakfasts - not much choice, bad coffee and UHT milk only. I would give that a body swerve and try and cut a deal with cooked breakfasts which were so much better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lynda

Food was dreadful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property looks a bit on the tired side, with the tennis court in need of singificant maintenance, the beach is washing away and exposing the palms, the cages of rocks supposed to be protecting the beach and the creek are rusted and broken. The breakfast buffet is the same every day, and the variety is fairly limited. Surprised too that at a resort on the water, we were not able to change the flippers left in our room to a larger size. According to the Activities hut there was no spare XL fins to swap for the Medium pair. Both check-in and checking out were problematic. In the case of checking in, we were giving the keys to an occupied unit and surprised the guests there when we unlocked the door. This was rectified with another room and a free cocktail. And our request the day before for check out for a later time was not logged, so that we had to wait nervously before it was confirmed with the member of staff we'd spoken to.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Volker

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great options for walks along the beach and into the hinterland. Beautiful beach, safe swimming, snorkeling and kayaking options. Property somewhat dated and not as quiet as you would expect for an adults only resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiresa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just Love everything about it and very lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely paradise, staff are beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Rubia

I just didn't like that our room was at the door of the restaurant, at 6 am there was already loud music and the food at dinner was very bad
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Sanctuary.. Location is next level. Snorkeling at your door and helpful friendly staff.. Complimentary breakfast was good so no complaints there. Only negative was the 2x we ordered food (eggs benedict and pizza) which was not very edible.. Would definitely stay again.. thanks x
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Rather dated and a
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024