Name: Vaianae Sands
Address: PK 21675, Haapiti, 98729
Rating: 9.3

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9.3

Exceptional

26 reviews

Highlights

+Welcoming owner
+Peaceful location
+Clean and cozy room
+Good amenities
+Excellent value for money

Could Improve

–Sink area needs improvement
–Slightly reduced privacy due to proximity to owner

Cleanliness8.4

Some reviews mentioned areas needing improvement, particularly around amenities like the sink.

Service9.8

Multiple reviews highlighted excellent service from the welcoming owner.

Location9.4

The peaceful location near the beach was frequently praised.

Room Quality9.3

Guests noted the rooms were clean, cozy, and as described.

Amenities9.4

Good amenities including a private beach access and well-equipped Bungalows.

Value for Money9.3

Based on the overall quality and experience provided.

Food and Beverage9.4

Positive feedback on breakfast offerings.

Overall Experience9.3

Overall, guests had a very enjoyable stay with minor criticisms.

Jacqui63

Couple · May 2026

Quirky and Rustic, Fabulous!

Liked:The studio sits in the garden of Maguy [Maggie] and Alexander's home, however still retains privacy. Maguy was around every day and was very helpful, she even delivered an umbrella very early one morning as knew it would rain all day. It's set in a quiet area of the island where we felt very secure; there was very little noise except birdsong and, occasionally, dogs barking. The owner has a few dogs, however they are very well behaved and disciplined. There's a well stocked supermarket, with bakery, a 5 minute walk away (turn right at the road) and within 10 minutes you reach Daddy's Roulotte - the raclette was delicious! The accomodation is best described as quirky and rustic, that said we grew to enjoy it for those reasons. There are many, European 2 pin, socket points (this is something usually lacking); various basic toiletries were provided, as were basic condiments and cooking oil, washing up items, coffee and sugar, plus 2 beach mats; there is also a washing machine (with washing liquid) in the covered parking space for a rental vehicle. The bedroom, hand basin, kettle and a sitting area are indoors, with very effective air conditioning meaning we slept well. From the front there's a raised terrace overlooking the well-maintained garden, the garden has many fruit trees and colourful shrubs attracting many birds. The cooking, food preparation and washing up area is on this terrace, which is part covered. The shower and seperate toilet are accessed from the side; the shower area is part covered, the toilet fully enclosed. The highlight of Vaianae Sands is the private beach at the bottom of the garden; the beach leading directly into the lagoon, where we paddled out and spotted many colourful fish (further out is much clearer) and a couple of rays (kayaks were borrowed from next door upon agreement with Maguy). We were also lucky to experience one of the most exceptional sunsets we've ever seen from that beach.

Disliked:There is no hanging or drawer space, however there are shelves that can be utilised, or live out of your luggage. If it does rain (we had 2/3 days of rain) all of the cooking equipment is outside and only part undercover. To be able to open the toilet door, the side door to the studio also needs to be open - meaning having to go inside each time, or leaving either door open when not in use. This was a minor inconvenience.

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Casey

Young Couple · Apr 2025

Superb

Liked:Alexander was a great host and super accommodating to us, even got us a kayak. The bed was not as comfortable and the outdoor shower water pressure/heater could be tweaked but the location was great! The initial address on Google Maps was incorrect but we were able to find it with some help. Thank you so much again!

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Steven

Review Category Business Travellers · Mar 2025

Wonderful stay on private beach. Wonderful hosts ;)

Liked:Very friendly and welcoming family. I had the whole beach to myself and the fare had everything I needed.

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

9.3

Exceptional

26 reviews

Highlights

+Welcoming owner
+Peaceful location
+Clean and cozy room
+Good amenities
+Excellent value for money

Could Improve

–Sink area needs improvement
–Slightly reduced privacy due to proximity to owner

Cleanliness8.4

Some reviews mentioned areas needing improvement, particularly around amenities like the sink.

Service9.8

Multiple reviews highlighted excellent service from the welcoming owner.

Location9.4

The peaceful location near the beach was frequently praised.

Room Quality9.3

Guests noted the rooms were clean, cozy, and as described.

Amenities9.4

Good amenities including a private beach access and well-equipped Bungalows.

Value for Money9.3

Based on the overall quality and experience provided.

Food and Beverage9.4

Positive feedback on breakfast offerings.

Overall Experience9.3

Overall, guests had a very enjoyable stay with minor criticisms.

Jacqui63

Couple · May 2026

Quirky and Rustic, Fabulous!

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Casey

Young Couple · Apr 2025

Superb

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Steven

Review Category Business Travellers · Mar 2025

Wonderful stay on private beach. Wonderful hosts ;)

Liked:Very friendly and welcoming family. I had the whole beach to myself and the fare had everything I needed.

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