Ara Tapu, Avarua, 682 Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#86 of 124 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1491 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 February 2024
Monica
New Zealandbut with old beds that were not very comfortable, there were many mosquitoes, and the shower had fungus on the edges.
beautiful view, well-equipped room
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Mary
New ZealandThere was nothing we didn't like about the resort
it was Central to everything, very friendly and accomodating staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Jess
New ZealandThe walls are very thin between rooms so we could hear everything our neighbours were saying at 1am 😅
Club Raro is well priced for what you get. Loved the pool and swim up bar and the staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Lorren
New ZealandIt was adults only and had a swim up bar woo! The staff were wonderful, helpful and the food was delicious!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Bonny
New ZealandThe walls are quite thin so we could hear people talking (and snoring) in the next room.
All staff were lovely and friendly. Rooms cleaned and serviced every day. Outside area was great as was the restaurant.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Grant
New Zealandthe Bathroom could do with an upgrade with a bigger shower.
the food Breakfast and Dinner was very nice and we were treated very well buy the staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Madeleine
United KingdomFab location, loved the pool area and swim up bar Gorgeous looking out to the sea Lovely clean room
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Michelle
New ZealandNot much privacy.
Great outdoor leisure area, cool bar music and great atmosphere.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Tania
New ZealandRoom electrical for out need reviewing. Bathrooms are dated.
Location, staff were amazing, good value
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Nanez
AustraliaRoom ocean view Staff Location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Nanez
AustraliaX 2 rooms, ocean view Restaurant on-site
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Jamie
United KingdomWel
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Alicia
AustraliaRooms are a little dated
Great to have a triple room and perfect for an overnight stay before an early flight home.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Lynda
New ZealandRestaurant menu could be better,
View from room was awesome, pool and swim up bar fantastic, staff friendly & helpful
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Sam
New ZealandBathroom/shower could be updated
Pool, comfortable bed, good food, close to shops
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Lahaina
New ZealandSlightly outdated rooms.
Pool, restaurant, staff, service, location, utilities.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Alison
AustraliaRoom was lovely and comfortable but the bathroom was a bit smelly (not us!).
Pool area was great. Loads of shady seating around the pool, plenty of sun loungers in various locations, great seating overlooking ocean too. Great swim up pool bar with excellent selection of cocktails and other drinks. Staff were helpful and friendly. Food was good too.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Ann
New ZealandBathrooms are a bit old. Rooms don't look as luxurious but seeing it's one of the cheapest accoms around the island, you get your money's worth if compared to other expensive resorts. Pool is small for an adults only resort especially since the beach isn't very swimmable due to the rough currents and rocky beach.
Beds are super comfy. Close to town - very short drive and close to Muri beach and the night markets.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Emma
SamoaStaff were friendly and kind. Food was nice. Location was nice.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Emma
SamoaNo wifi. Small shower. TV was on and off.
Location was good. Staff were nice and friendly. Food was nice.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Christian
SwitzerlandNo sandy beach in front of the hotel. The cocktails at the pool bar were not good.
Clean room. Short walking distances to pool, restaurant, etc. food at the restaurant is good. Breakfast is very marginal.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Sharon
New Zealandpool wasnt very clean
breakfast and room. staff amazing!!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Kamila
AustraliaHad an amazing time at Club Raro, the room was super comfortable and big also the aircon and fan was great with how hot it could be outside. Most of the staff were lovely especially Papa Tem. Great middle location in the island and would definitely return.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Anaia
New ZealandThe view here is absolutely incredible, the water is beautiful, the resort has a calm yet fun atmosphere. The staff are so sweet and they helped us as much as possible, making sure we had everything we needed, even going out of their way to make us feel comfortable once we had checked out and were waiting a couple hours for our flight. There was always a smile on everyone’s face and we couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Ima was amazing and had the best drinks to offer.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Jukka
FinlandIt was a new years time, maybe it’s a reason, but staff looked very tired and bored. Can’t blame, they were at work always. Still I’ve got much more better service, smile and caring, everywhere else than resorts. Club Raro is little bit far away from everything and because of public holidays, every place was closed. It suprised me on the island which live for tourism. My Aitutaki experience was fantastic!
I had a beautiful seaview from my room. In restaurant there is a pretty good kitchen.
Stayed in January 2024
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