Ara Tapu Kiikii West, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#102 of 124 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 363 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Location
8.6
Facilities
7.7
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 August 2023
Marlane
New ZealandThere is no bedside lamp or lighting for night time reading. No shampoo or conditioner only soap provided
My 13-year-old and I stayed 5 nights. Each day the unit was tidied, and our beds were made up with fresh linen and clean towels that were provided daily. They also dryed some wet clothes for me free of charge.The office manager was very helpful and friendly. I got injured, and he gave me a first aid kit and medical supplies. He assisted me with the bus route and met all of my needs and expectations. He also went out of his way to drop us to the airport at 1.30 in the morning for a reasonable charge. Excellent service and very good upkeep of property and cleanliness.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Ritua
AustraliaPerhaps a better fan, especially for the hotter months.
I love how central this location is to town. Whilst the room was basic, it has everything you need, it's CLEAN & housekeeping swings by everyday. You cannot match the value that Kiikii Inn has to offer.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Jane
United KingdomAll good.
Breakfast provided was amazing.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Lindsay
New Zealandwe were on the ground floor of 2 storied building the floor traffic noise at 1am was unexceptionable
Good location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Desree
New ZealandDoors needed attention.
Staff and location, we had the loveliest view from the beach front unit number 17. Beds were great with mattress protectors and pillows had protectors as well.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Rosaline
AustraliaAir con
Great location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Robert
New ZealandNoisy neighbours in some of the room's after 10pm on one night.
Swimming pool
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Kallysté
FranceThe staff is really great and helpful! The room is fine but the cleaning can be improved. The location is excellent! Definitely recommend this hotel for a stay in Raro!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Gina
AustraliaNo air conditioning
Location and value for money
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Margie
New ZealandStaff,location.
It definitely ticked all the boxes for our stay.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 20 July 2023
Delush
New ZealandThis review has been hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.
Reviewed: 12 July 2023
Timothy
United StatesA great place to stay for us as we landed late at night. The room was comfortable and the staff helped out with anything we needed. Would recommend this property.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 30 June 2023
Christy
New ZealandThe interior facilities and decor of the hotel room are somewhat outdated, and the mattress is not sufficiently comfortable. Additionally, the bed sheets are not adequately clean.
The hotel is located very close to the beach, allowing guests to fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves at night and wake up to the sight of the sunrise in the morning.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Andrea
New ZealandThe door jamming and the taps dripping.No milk to make a coffee, had issues with the wifi, but we called reception and the sorted it.
Lovely view, linen was fresh and clean, towels lovely and fresh.The door to the bathroom jammed a lot and woke everyone up opening the door. Otherwise a lovely set up and lovely staff who looked after us. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 June 2023
Sarah
AustraliaFlyscreen doors with locks would be great - to help with more airflow.
I loved staying at Kiikii Inn. The location is breathtaking-the ocean on one side and magnificent mountain on the other. The gardens are beautiful and the pool is great - both give the place a sense of space and calm. All the staff were warm and helpful. We had breakfast one morning - muesli, toast and fruit delivered to the room at 8 am.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 June 2023
Halie
AustraliaThe place had a damp smell to it & it was hard to dry things. The shower head attachment was rusty and the bathroom door was peeling. These things did not impact our stay too greatly.
Excellent value for money! Convenient airport pick up (regardless of the time you fly in), easy access to the nearest convenience store and taxis are easy to take from there.The people who run KiiKii are super helpful and friendly! I highly recommend for a budget trip.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 June 2023
Robson
New ZealandNil
Swimming pool for my 3 year old and beach
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Sarah
AustraliaThe people in the unit next to us were smoking outside so we couldn't open our windows. Even with closed window the awful smell of cigarette smoke came in. It would be great if a section of the units were completely non smoking.
Kiikii Inn has been so well laid out. the gardens and sea view are beautiful. The room is basic but comfortable. The staff have been lovely, welcoming and helpful. The pool is great.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Ataya
New ZealandThe room was comfortable and tidy given the price of the room relative to other accommodation in Rarotonga, however I did find the general atmosphere of the room to be well-used/well-worn.
I stayed at the Kiikii Inn and Suites as I was requiring one night's accomodation near the airport. I found the room comfortable, and being elevated (on the top level) I woke up to a beautiful view of the sea. I appreciated the airport transfer especially given the late hour, and found the staff I met to be very helpful. I particularly enjoyed the provision of tropical fruit as part of the breakfast. Thank you!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Aaddy_roy
New ZealandCutlery was not enough.
Beautiful beach access.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 3 June 2023
Okiti
New ZealandI wouldn’t say “didn’t like”, I would say just needs abit of maintenance to make the space look and feel fresh & NEW
great location. spacious and wonderful staff
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 3 June 2023
Teresa
New Zealandneeded more light by pool side especially at night maybe ferry lights so it’s not so bright for guest. mesh door that is lockable for the back door so we can leave it open to feel safe. larger rubbish bins for kitchen in rooms so rubbish isn’t over flowing. brighter lights in the room as it was quite dull. should have a food shop available. despite this I would still stay here and with my husband and kids
location was perfect, pool area was private, cleaning staff were lovely, great value for money, reception staff was very accommodating. Great place to chill without activities happening around us.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
Lorelle
AustraliaThey accommodated what asked for with ease and professionalism, Room was clean, large,comfortable bed. The door in bathroom kept sticking on floor. Fan could have been bigger as it was really humid, but the whole experience was great 👍
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 27 May 2023
David
New ZealandBedside light switch would have been convenient
checked in early and was immediately shown to big bright room with somewhat dated and worn funriture and fixings. Excellent well maintained pool and leafy gardens with view of pool from outisde the room.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Akeariu
New ZealandIt needs more outdoor solar lights in the pool area..making it a place to hangout for the guest creating a petting ambience complimenting the pool area.but I liked everything
I loved how the pool area has lights now and it's not so dark anymore but it's pretty. And the pool side has been painted looking kept and the gardens are beautiful the rooms are clean and spacious tv has also upgraded enjoyed our stay very much 😀
Stayed in May 2023
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