PO Box 869 , Matavera, 869 Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#39 of 123 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 162 apartment reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 May 2024
Catherine
New ZealandStaff were lovely and accommodating for our large group with lots of kids. Everyone enjoyed the pool, the kayaks the wharf and the snorkelling including turtles! Stunning location and we hope we can return someday. Thanks so much 😊
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Rhodey
AustraliaNeed better paddles for the kayaks (offset ones are good)
Virtually everything; kayaking around the eyelets, fishing and swimming off the jetty, rock-hopping at the headland, relaxing by the pool, opening coconuts
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Tim
AustraliaThe location was exceptional. Host Desiree could not do enough to assist our stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Joanne
New ZealandLovely welcome message on the doors of our apartment when we arrived outside of office hours.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Marlene
FranceWe were beachfront, as were all the units in this small establishment. Very large room with a private balcony with table, chairs and beach chairs. Freah towels supplied regularily. Also a nice pool with a protected BBQ area.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Qinglei
New ZealandNot fully aircon
Wondful view, see lot of fishes, sometime can see turtles and stingray, puffer fish
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Rebecca
New Zealand3 bedroom apartment was a good layout for our family of 5 and had everything we needed, however if I was had to choose something that could be improved on I would say the kitchen could do with updating.
Amazing location with sunning views. Great facilities with the jetty, swimming pool, BBQ area, and use of kayaks and snorkelling gear. Our hostess Desiree was so kind, friendly and helpful. She went out of her way to ensure we had the best holiday possible.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Jennifer
New ZealandJust as you drive out on the main road, you have to be very careful turning right as you cant really see the on coming vehicles, we had a near miss, so it would be good to get the Neighbours to shave back their hedge a bit, otherwise everything else is great.
The Location was excellent, you could kayak and walk to Muri Beach and the Muri markets was only a 5min drive. Town was only 10 minutes away. Koka Cruises are in Muri. There is a peer that we would feed the fish off and watch the sunrise every morning. Shops, Gas station and restaurants are also a 5 minute drive away, along with entertainment at Te Vara Nui.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Arshi
New ZealandNice location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Paul
AustraliaKayaking to islands seeing turtles
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Janice
New Zealandquiet and very close to most things. hosts were friendly and very helpful
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Claudia
GermanyLovely apartment with a beautiful view, friendly and helpfull staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Alex_barb
RomaniaSome insects in the attic. A good insect spray would be great.
Apartment is very spacious, big living room, batch and kitchen downstairs and two bedrooms and bathroom upstairs. One twin and one matrimonial bedroom, the matrimonial one with a great view and balcony. Yes, it is a little run down and it may need a refreshing but everything was in good working order and mattress quality and sheets were great. Fully functional kitchen with all the utensils, spices, dish soap, etc. Great pool as the beach in front is not swimmable, too many rocks. Great use of kayaks to go to the motu just in front where the beach is just lovely. Staff very very kind and professional. A rental car is very recommended, 5 minutes drive to Muri lagoon and 10 minutes to town (Avarua). Would for sure come again, highly recommended.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Russell
AustraliaIt was a little old but nothing that spoilt our holiday
The jetty, the space and the service.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Martin
New ZealandWhen breezy hard to keep the screens from banging when windows are opened.
Lovely family place. Pool, BBQ area, Kayaks and jetty.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Ruth
New Zealand~
Pool, equipment, access to lagoon, service. Desiree is an absolute gem.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Teremoana
New ZealandLoved the place. Very quite and beautiful near the beach. Plus, my daughter,her son, and my great gra nd-daughter spent a lot of time in the pool. Great holiday apartments for families or friends. Will definitely book this place again. P.S. Desiree and her staff are very friendly and kind, always asking if we need anything.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Christian
AustraliaCouldn't find the air-conditioning remote, when I enquired about it was told it was an extra $10 per night payable to get the remote to use the air-conditioning. You would think with the price charged per night they had factored in customers wanting to use air-conditioning.
Great location.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Tere
New ZealandThe barking dogs in the neighbourhood
Home away from home! Comfortable beds. Really well set up. Right on the beach and a swimming pool. Private. Close to Muri. Cleaned every 3 days and towels replaced. Washing Machine
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Patrick
New ZealandLocation was beautiful for views and very private. The manager, Desiree is a treasure, couldn’t have been more helpful and welcoming.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Hera
New ZealandAbsolutely loved this place, has everything you need and beyond! You have the option swiming in the ocean or pool like how convenient is that. Snorkeling gears, kayaks including life jackets, everything is all provided! As your walking out on the jetty your bound to see Moray eel, turtles, stingray, beautiful different colors fishes and much more. Saving the best for last staff were such kind and polite people, they looked after my family well (15 of us) kept the place tied inside and outside! Couldn't ask for more beautiful service so please be nice back and respect the place ✨️💕 Thank you Avana for having us we'll be back!!!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Hey
New ZealandMint location (seen more marine life than ever before) Perfect for families Rooms regularly cleaned
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Anna
AustraliaNothing.
Spacious 2 storey apartment with 3 rooms gave us lots of space. I loved the kitchen, dining, lounge and outdoor living spaces. The communal areas were great too, and we used the BBQ, pool, kayaks, coconut husking area and bonfire too. These were all free of charge and made us feel very welcomed.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Lisa
New ZealandThe space in our apartment, the outdoor area it was perfect for our family
Stayed in October 2023
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