Ara Tapu Road, Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#76 of 124 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 234 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 July 2023
Burke
New ZealandThe bed was two single mattresses together so someone slept in the crack
Loved the breakfast was included, staff were amazing and friendly, perfect location on the lagoon and had snorkeling gear for us to use, restaurant was fantastic and had lovely staff
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 July 2023
Mark
AustraliaWaterfront,great outlook
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 16 July 2023
Julian
AustraliaThe property possessed high levels of attention to detail and they ensured every guests' arrival and departure dates aligned with the check in and check out times, as the international date line had the potential to add confusion to dates. The personnel at the property were very friendly, helpful, and would go above and beyond to ensure everyone's stay was a smooth one. The beach was one of the selling points for the property and free kayaking and snorkelling gear were available onsite.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 14 July 2023
Carwen
New ZealandThe location was incredible. Snorkelling on the beach just outside was beautiful with lots of fish to see. Staff were lovely, friendly and happy to help! They went the extra mile- especially the kitchen team!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 13 July 2023
Karen
New ZealandFloors slightly sticky after cleaning
Breakfast as expected- Staff were wonderful pass on our appreciation to April and team. Loved Ryans cocktails
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 1 July 2023
Angela
New Zealandnothing
location, friendly staff, limited rooms, basically everything about it
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 June 2023
Isabella
Australiaright next to the beach. clean and comfortable
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 June 2023
Isobel
New ZealandNothing
The View was amazing. Great Staff went to over and above their duties we loved it.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 18 June 2023
Roslyn
New ZealandReception staff not that friendly and we were not that happy from the thumping of feet above your unit.
Breakfast ok would have thought more fruit selection. April and Ryan were the best.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 May 2023
Paul
New ZealandLocation
easy light and welcoming
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 22 May 2023
Karen
New ZealandSuch lovely staff, welcoming and kind. The fruit breakfasts were beautiful. Dinners were delicious and so were the cocktails. I enjoyed every moment there!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 22 May 2023
Jeff
United Stateseverything was good
the property was just as pictured, right on the beach with good snorkeling and an uncrowded white sand beach.The staff was amazing and treated us as family from day one. The manager went out of his way to get our luggage approved for storage while we visited Aitutaki.Great place, good food,nice comfortable room.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 20 April 2023
David
United KingdomCoffee
Breakfast was ideal.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 16 April 2023
Jenny
New ZealandThe choices for breakfast which was included in the price were not up to the standard we expected. However the staff were doing their best.
The view from our room was awesome, the restaurant staff were friendly and attentive. It was quiet and the perfect place to relax. The dinner menu was great and we really enjoyed the evening meals. Also Ryan made super cocktails. April was welcoming, friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Kate
New Zealandnothing, everything was great
10/10. The moment we arrived the staff were so welcoming and friendly, I’ve never experienced such a warm welcome at any hotel. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they was always willing to help us out with any questions. All of the staff absolutely made our stay awesome and we will now be back every year! hotel is right on the beach front so awesome relaxing location.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Don
CanadaWe had to leave! Lovely old style casual hotel
Best staff and best beach on Rarotonga!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Wendy
New Zealandcouldn’t fault anything
we loved the location, the beach at out door. the staff were amazing. great value for money
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
Jenner
New Zealandnothing major to dislike - it could use a bit of paint here and there and the satellite TV needs upgrading, but I didn’t come to Rarotonga to watch tv!
superb location with great beach access, good snorkelling and near other sites/venues. lack of a pool was not an issue because the beach is 10 meters away!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 21 February 2023
Thrift
New Zealandthere were no paddle boards only Kyakas..... minor detail. The hotel is in a bit of a no mans land so you do need to hire a car.
the staff are amazing April the resturant manager is an increadable lady, as were all the resturant staff.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 7 January 2023
Kate
Australiaawesome beach and reef location. 18 steps from room to reef.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 4 January 2023
Nathalia
New ZealandEverything! It was by far our best Christmas holidays!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 31 October 2022
Jodi
New Zealandnothing
Location & staff
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Small
New ZealandThe bed was a little uncomfortable, and when we had booked the restaurant wasn't up and running - which we wernt made aware of, but understandable with the whole covid sitch.
We love Raro. There was one Aunty (staff) at the motel who made the trip memorable. It wasn't the cruisiest trip as we were travelling with a 2YO, but she went out of her way to make sure we were well catered for. Very much appreciated. Thank you Aunty. The view was AMAZING and the beach was beaut and swimable (no sea slugs around!)
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 26 October 2022
Van
New ZealandThe loud drunk neighbour, couldn’t have lunch or dinner there as the restaurant was not up and running yet.
Very clean, amazing staff, great equipment to go exploring in/on the water
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 16 October 2022
Laura
New ZealandNothing! We just loved it there.
Great spot right on the beach and lovely staff. Recommend having your own transport for some or all of the time, although the bus does stop outside the hotel lobby.
Stayed in October 2022
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