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The Valley Place

Avarua, Rarotonga

Featuring a garden, The Valley Place is situated in the Avarua district in Rarotonga. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

J
Jessicah
From
Cook Islands
EVERYTHING. The location was close to town yet hidden away from our other families that travelled over lol It was clean and had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$94.70
1 night, 2 adults

Sharnytas Studio AIR CONDITIONED

Avarua, Rarotonga

Located within the Avarua district in Rarotonga, Sharnytas Studio AIR CONDITIONED has air conditioning, a balcony, and mountain views. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio.

S
Sam
From
New Zealand
Big bed was very comfortable. The new air conditioning was great! Everything was clean and in good working order. Extremely nice people. Nearby shops, close to the airport and a huge mango tree full of fruit. This place is above excellent and we would highly recommend to anyone wanting a nice quiet place to relax. Thanks so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
US$111.92
1 night, 2 adults

Tia Maria Retreat

Avarua, Rarotonga

Tia Maria Retreat in Rarotonga provides adults-only accommodation with a private beach area and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

d
dania
From
New Zealand
Sweet spot right on the beach. Easy to find
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
US$91.83
1 night, 2 adults

JJ's Retreat

Rutaki, Rarotonga

A good location for a stress-free holiday in Rarotonga, JJ's Retreat is a villa surrounded by views of the garden.

l
lovelywild
From
United Kingdom
We loved our stay at JJ'sRetreat! Jason & Jaime are wonderful hosts. They were so friendly and easy going and shared a lot of knowledge about the island. They have a wonderful slice of paradise in Rarotonga at JJ's Retreat. The self-contained villa had everything we needed for our 10 day stay. It was very clean and tidy, the kitchen was well equipped with cooking equipment and basic cooking ingredients such as oil, salt and pepper, and a great BBQ so we could cook our own meals. Tea/coffee/milk for the first day was provided, as was basic toiletries, but we brought most of what we needed with us from NZ or bought from the local supermarket/take away, Wigmore's, which is a short easy 10 min cycle down the road. Water in the villa is filtered for drinking. The gardens around the property are beautiful and well kept, along with the swimming pool which we enjoyed everyday! We were so lucky to be the only couple there so we had the whole place to ourselves. The property is set back from the main ring road (5 min walk) so it is very quiet and peaceful. The Raro bus will pick you up/drop you off at the main road and so it is very easy to get around without a car. JJ's is located close by to the best snorkelling on the island - Fruits of Raro to the east and Aroa to the west. The bikes provided allowed us to cycle to Aroa beach to enjoy snorkelling at our own pace. We also cycled to Wigmore's Waterfall for a swim and picnic. After adventuring every day it was wonderful to come back to our villa and enjoy our evening on the deck. The use of the washing machine was great too, and there was a phone to call local numbers to make reservations. The bed was so comfortable and the villa was kept cool by its design and the wonderful big fan above our bed! They were happy to arrange a late check out for our late flight. Jason & Jaime have thought of all the little details that make a holiday extra special.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$140.62
1 night, 2 adults

Kiikii Inn & Suites

Avarua, Rarotonga

Set in Rarotonga, a few steps from Avarua Beach, Kiikii Inn & Suites offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

M
Mrs T.Low
From
Cook Islands
Lovely and quiet. Just what I needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,104 reviews
Price from
US$89.54
1 night, 2 adults

Mama MIREKA Homestay

Arorangi (Near Rarotonga)

Boasting quiet street views, Mama MIREKA Homestay is set in Arorangi, 600 metres from Kavera Beach. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

T
Tamara
From
Switzerland
This was very unexpected but it was one of our most favourite stays during our travels. Mireka is the most wonderful host/person you can meet. We loved to stay with her and share her house. Thanks for all the help and all the conversations, we were really happy to meet you, Mireka and Poroa! The house is very big and clean. We were allowed to use the kitchen and had our own bathroom. Mireka even emptied some cupboards and one side of the fridge in the kitchen so we could put our food there. The beach is only some minutes away by foot and it is paradise because there are almost no people at the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$89.97
1 night, 2 adults

Sands of Rarotonga Hotel

Avarua (Near Rarotonga)

Situated in Avarua, 800 metres from Avarua Beach, Sands of Rarotonga Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

B
BIMAL
From
United Kingdom
Raj was too good with his customer service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
US$160.71
1 night, 2 adults

Red Hibiscus Villas

Avarua, Rarotonga

Located within 2.4 km of Nikao Beach in Rarotonga, Red Hibiscus Villas provides accommodation with seating area. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the villa free of charge.

R
Ruth
From
Argentina
Beautiful villas, very clean and tidy, very quiet, wifi works great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

JO's Farmstay-charming holiday farm close to famous Muri Beach

Matavera, Rarotonga

Set in Rarotonga, JO's Farmstay-charming holiday farm close to famous Muri Beach offers accommodation with a patio.

L
Lucie
From
Czech Republic
Our stay at Jo’s place exceeded all our expectations. The hosts are wonderful and very welcoming. Breakfast was delicious, and the location is perfect—tucked away on a quiet side road, with only goats and roosters around. The view of the mountains is beautiful. They even lent us a scooter and were happy to help with anything we needed. We highly recommend staying here, and we’d love to come back on our next visit to Rarotonga. Thank you! Lucie & Vojtěch
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

Kura's Kabanas

Muri, Rarotonga

Located on the northern end of the magnificent Muri Beach in Rarotonga, Kura’s Kabanas enjoys a secluded beachfront location. Free private parking is available on site.

M
Martin
From
Argentina
Great location, Emilie was a great host she resolved all our doubts so that our stay was dreamy. Have a barbacue facilities. Kayak all we need in the room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Situated in Avarua, 800 metres from Avarua Beach, Sands of Rarotonga Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$180.79 per night

Are Tautu Villa

Avarua
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Featuring garden views, Are Tautu Villa provides accommodation with a garden, around 1.8 km from Avarua Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Avarua Escape, Rarotonga is located in Avarua. This apartment features a saltwater pool, a garden and barbecue facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Situated in Avarua, within 1.8 km of Avarua Beach, Sharnytas Guesthouse AIR CONDITIONED offers accommodation with air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

Atupa Suites

Avatiu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

Boasting pool views, Atupa Suites provides accommodation with balcony, around 1.6 km from Nikao Beach. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

From US$287.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Offering a garden, Atupa Holiday Home is set in the Avarua district in Rarotonga.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Situated in Avarua, just a few steps from Avarua Beach, Are Tamareni 2BR Beach Cottage or River Studio features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a garden, a terrace and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
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Located in Avarua with Avarua Beach nearby, Best Kept Secret in Tupapa provides accommodation with free private parking. The property is situated in the Avarua district.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Boasting quiet street views, Mama MIREKA Homestay is set in Arorangi, 600 metres from Kavera Beach. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$163.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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A recently renovated villa located in the Arorangi district of Arorangi, Sunset Coral Villas offers accommodation with with a private beach area, private parking and free WiFi.

From US$254.83 per night
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Set in Matavera and only 200 metres from Avarua Beach, T&T Retreat offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Featuring garden views, Casa Del Sol - 2 Villas -16 pax is located in Vaimaanga, around 500 metres from Vaimaanga Beach.

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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Taputu House Luxury Oasis is set in Matavera. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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Tereora Heights Pool Retreat is a recently renovated holiday home set in the Avarua district of Avarua.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
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Boasting garden views, Ake Ake House offers accommodation with a balcony, around 1.3 km from Avarua Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Keanas Home is set in Matavera.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Barefoot Base Tupapa is an apartment set in the Avarua district of Rarotonga. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

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In the Avarua district of Rarotonga, close to Avarua Beach, Absolute Beachfront - A Slice of Paradise! has a garden and a washing machine.

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Boasting sea views, ShineAwayHomes - Family Beach Front central air con features accommodation with a private beach area, around 2.5 km from Avarua Beach.

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Located within the Avarua district in Rarotonga, Sharnytas Studio AIR CONDITIONED has air conditioning, a balcony, and mountain views. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
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Featuring garden views, Avana Valley Heights offers accommodation with patio, around 2.1 km from Muri Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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In the Vaimaanga district of Rarotonga, close to Vaimaanga Beach, Ann's Beach House has a garden and a washing machine. Guests can benefit from a patio and a sun terrace.

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TE PUKA ESTATE Group & Function Venue is located in Rarotonga, 2.5 km from Muri Beach. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio and a swimming pool.

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Boasting garden views, Ann's Island Beach Studio offers accommodation with free bikes and a patio, around a few steps from Vaimaanga Beach.

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Avg. price/night: US$91.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,109 reviews
The staff and location were great. They have hot and cold drinks plus affordable breakfast/lunch meals available by the pool. They changed the linen daily and were very trusting. We saw whales and had a friendly cat that we got attached to.
Guest review by
Rose
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
The villa had everything you could possibly want. It was very clean and modern and a joy to stay in. Excellent location.
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Simone
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$91.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,109 reviews
Lovely budget friendly place with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Has a nice clean pool for swimming because the Inn is on the rocky side of the island so not ideal for beach swimming but stunning and picturesque view of the lagoon, ocean, sunrise and we even saw some whales, reef surfers and vaka training teams going by. Only a short (maybe 8 min drive) in either direction to some lovely swimming/floating beaches. Friendly, helpful staff and the takeaway hut prepared yummy fresh food.
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Sara
Young couple