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MOTU Villas

Rarotonga · Cook Islands

Ara Tapu, Takitumu District, P.O Box 1031View location

9.8/10Excellent139 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.8/109.8
Location9.2/109.2
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Quality10.0/1010.0
Value8.8/108.8
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About MOTU Villas

Welcome to MOTU. We are the Pacific's first art resort and a family-owned trust whose proceeds support Pacific artists, education and healthcare in the Cook Islands. Book your stay with us risk-free during Covid-19 with free cancellations due to illness or travel disruption. Kia Orana Welcome to MOTU.

We are the Pacific's first art resort and a family-owned trust whose proceeds support Pacific artists, education and healthcare in the Cook Islands. Book your stay with us risk-free during Covid-19 with free cancellations due to illness or travel disruption.

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With a stay at Motu Beachfront Art Villas in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Takitumu Conservation Area and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tikioki Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Minimum guest age is 18 By ocean Caters to adults only Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the airport. To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open during the following times:
    • Monday - Sunday: 6:00 AM - 5:30 AM
    To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Long-term renters welcome
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Property Registration Number 3648/2017
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Early check-in fee: NZD 250 (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out fee: NZD 250 (subject to availability)
    • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per day
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Maire Nui Botanical Gardens 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Takitumu Conservation Area 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Tikioki Beach 1.6 km / 1 mi
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary 1.6 km / 1 mi
Turoa Beach 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Matutu Brewing Company 2 km / 1.3 mi
Muri Lagoon 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Muri Beach 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Muri Night Markets 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Te Vara Nui Village 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Koromiri 4 km / 2.5 mi
Avana Harbour 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Koteka Winery 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Wigmore's Waterfall 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Aroa Beach 6.5 km / 4.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bellboy service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
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  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Library
  • Bikes available
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • Game room
  • Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • STUDIO GARDEN VIEW KING BEDSTUDIO • GARDEN VIEW KING BEDSTU.GV-KG

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    MOTU Villas

    STUDIO GARDEN VIEW KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.GV-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • VILLA BEACH FRONTVILLA • BEACH FRONTVIL.BF-1

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    MOTU Villas

    VILLA BEACH FRONT

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
    View / characteristic
    BEACH FRONT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: VIL.BF-1

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  • VILLA PREMIUMVILLA • PREMIUMVIL.PI

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    MOTU Villas

    VILLA PREMIUM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
    View / characteristic
    PREMIUM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: VIL.PI

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • VILLA KING BED ONE BEDROOMVILLA • KING BED ONE BEDROOMVIL.B1-KG

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    MOTU Villas

    VILLA KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
    View / characteristic
    KING BED ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: VIL.B1-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about MOTU Villas

9.8
Excellent
139 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.8 /10
Location
9.2 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Quality
10.0 /10
Value
8.8 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Matthew
The Motu Beachfront Art Villas were an awesome blend of \"upmarket hotel\" and \"self-contained villa\", giving us hotel-like hospitality and service, while still allowing us to have our own space and cook if we needed to. The location was super convenient, with a supermarket right across the road and a car-hire company next door. For anything a bit further, we could also borrow one of the e-bikes free of charge. We had a beautiful beach view. There were also kayaks, snorkelling gear, and paddle boards available to borrow at any time, and with the coral reef and tropical fish just 20 m from our front door, we couldn't go wrong. We also absolutely loved the honesty bar, where you could go and make yourself a drink by the pool, and it was charged to the room. The only small issue was that our airport shuttle was scheduled for the wrong time (even though we gave them our flight details and arrival times), so they were a bit late picking us up, but they were quick to resolve this (fortunately, I had a local phone number to call them). The team was super friendly and very hospitable.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
Dion
Great place 👌 we stayed at 4 place on the trip and this was the best by far
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
John
You’re isolated at this property unless you have a rental car

Be prepared to cook for yourself

Not much staff interaction
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Ronald
We had an amazing stay! Best snorkeling, quality e-bikes, kayaks and fantastic staff!
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Caroline
Fantastic location, cozy atmosphere, and an incredibly welcoming staff. We had an amazing time and are so grateful for the wonderful hospitality.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Amanda
Lovely accommodation right on the water. Use of e-bikes, snorkel gear and kayaks allows you to experience so much of the island. Will happily return!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
Heather Lee
Staff was phenomenal. Our room was fantastic the amenities very much appreciated with the use of Electric bikes,, snorkel gear and paddle boards/ kayaks. Quiet setting
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2025
Amelia
The villas were amazing, the staff was amazing, the dog Chester and the kitty were amazing. We loved the touches of the stocked fridge, the water bottles and the bag. But the real treat is that the snorkeling off the beach is the best in Raro. We would come back in a second! Wonderful place
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Katherine
Exceptional boutique experience. Well designed and executed - right down to small details. Lovely friendly staff in beautiful location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2025
Nicola
A fabulous play to stay. Beautiful villas, stunning location and a short walk to some great restaurants. Staff are friendly and helpful and we loved the breakfast supplies, newspapers and pastries. Looking forward to going back.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2025
Kirstin
We had an amazing stay at Motu and would highly recommend staying there! The outlook and views are amazing and we had everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay. The staff were fantastic and the personal touches were much appreciated.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2025
Michael
Fantastic location , great beach and wonderful amenities / staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2025
Denise
We loved everything at Motu. It was small and intimate. Adults only. Very private. Immaculately clean villas and the whole property. Wonderful hospitality, with thoughtful surprise extras. Great locality to shopping and nearby restaurants. Fabulous, friendly, helpful staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2025
Scott
We made a last minute decision to spend a few days in Rarotonga on our way to New Zealand. Motu Beachfront Villas turned it into one of the best vacation decisions ever. The property is immaculate and our villa gorgeous. We were met by the lovely Mii who immediately made us feel welcome. We were so appreciative of our upgraded villa complete with everything we needed - even snorkel equipment and food in the fridge. Mii even took us to the grocery to get the rest of the things we needed. There are several restaurants in walking distance and a car rental right next door should you need it.

The beach at Motu is beautiful with great snorkeling, kayaks are available as well, even a clear kayak if you're not a snorkeler. The pool and bar area are wonderful, too. We were sad we could not have stayed longer. We met another couple who were spending a month at Motu and we could easily see why. Motu is a slice of paradise and Mii a warm and beautiful hostess.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Jody
The location was magic, staff were super friendly and helpful, loved the idea of the honesty bar
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
April

Amazing in every way!

We had the pleasure of spending just over a week at Motu and we already cannot wait to come back! Everything was amazing from the villa, to the view, and all of the staff (especially Queen Kiki the resort cat). :)
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
James

Exceptional Experience!

We left Motu Beach a few days ago - the service, cleanliness, location and ambiance and airport transfers are outstanding. They added some very special touches at no extra charge for my girlfriend’s birthday!

I’ve traveled for a living for 30 years and stayed in thousands of hotels. This is one of the best.

I misplaced my car keys on the property and Mii was incredibly diligent in helping us find them. Turns out I left them in the refrigerator!!!

Last Monday Polynesian car rental opened a new location next door to Motu Art Villas - I was its first customer!

Book your free airport transfers through Motu and rent your car next door at Polynesian for 20% off - too easy!

Great location for swimming, snorkeling, walking. New grocery store + gas station to open across the street soon!

Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2024
Leonie
We always enjoy our stay at Motu Villas. Friendly and helpful team who look after the guests, great surroundings on a wonderful island, what's not to love.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2024
Katherine
Not only is the spot one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen but there is so much thoughtfulness about the accommodations, from snorkeling gear and delicious food supplied on arrival to instantaneous friendly help with restaurants, e-bikes and even finding a way to watch the World Series. Way to go, Tim & Lucile!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Craig
The Management & staff were wonderful, thoughtful touches with the newspaper delivered each morning & breakfast supplied on Sunday, Our bungalow was absolute beach front and very private, the best holiday by a long shot we have ever had.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Suzanne
Loved the privacy, beach and facilities.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2024
Maurizio
The whole staff was extremely friendly. The room was like a little apartment well furnished. The location was great for snorkelling. We had a great welcoming with fresh fruit and vegetables, vine and beers in the fridge. Any thing to have a self-breakfast was provided.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2024
Mairi
Highly recommend Motu Villas. Small place with only 11 villas, it is very peaceful, and an amazing location right on the beach with amazing snorkelling and sea life straight off the beach. All the staff are super friendly. Thanks to Lucile, Tim & Mii, who were happy for a chat any time. Villa was very spacious with separate bedroom, and fully equipped kitchen. We had fresh fruit, bread, eggs, milk, butter, jam & honey on our arrival. We grabbed some supplies in Avarua CITC supermarket and that was our breakfast/lunch sorted for the week. Hired a car for a few days and also got the bus a few times. Walking distance to Little Polynesian, Moana Sands & Charlies for dinner. Borrowed the e-bikes and biked around the island one day (32km) – well worth it. Lovely pool & self-service bar. Will definitely come back here!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Kim
Motu is my favourite place on the planet. The villas are perfect, and to lay on the sun longer out the front looking at the shy through the palms, then out over the crystal aqua water is absolute bliss.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2024
Fay
Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Managers Lucile, Tim and Mii and the rest of the staff were so accommodating and friendly and kept the place looking immaculate at any time of the day. Read the back story of the whole place and could see the love and passion poured in to the place. Would definitely recommend to anyone to stay at Motu.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2024
Margareta
Beautiful and very relaxing with lovely staff and everything you need.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2024
Brian
What a property! E-bikes, kayaks, and great snorkeling just steps away from our villa. The service was incredible!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2024
Cat
Such a wonderful place to stay. Snorkelling on your doorstep is some of the best on the island. The e-bikes were great, we used them almost every day to get around the island. The outlook over the lagoon is beautiful and so relaxing. The staff are super friendly and helpful with lots of generous little touches that just bring this experience up a level. Absolutely can’t fault the place and we’d definitely stay again when we come back to Rarotonga.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2024
Mark
Perfect
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2023
Kim
Motu is beautiful. It’s the most relaxing place I’ve ever been. Sitting on the sun lounges overlooking the lagoon, book in hand was bliss. The snorkelling in the lagoon was magical. The villas were stunning, and all the staff lovely. It’s a slice of paradise
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2023
Anthony

OUTSTANDING BECH VILLA RESORT

Super Friendly Staff! The Villa was Perfect size and Has Everything to make You feel at Home… The Location on the Island is Definitely on spot… Close enough to everything and far enough way to keep the Beach to just The Mutó Villa’s. Truthfully it was the Best Beach we found the whole week on the island.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2023
Michael
Great efficiency. Just’s lacks quality access to the lagoon for swimming
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2023
Kayla
Motu is incredible. We loved everything about our stay! From the service to the location. Do not hesitate to book here. You won't regret it. Thank you so much to everyone that looked after us!!!! Kia Orana!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2023
Kim
Very welcoming and helpful staff. Property very clean and tidy. Lovely welcome gifts on a arrival.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2023
Kieran
This is a fantastic place to stay, Titikavika is one of the best beaches on Rarotonga and Motu Villas is perfectly placed to take advantage of the beach. The villas are lovely, so nice to see the display of art from Pasific artists, and have all that is required to be self contained, and I appreciated the complimentary food and drinks waiting in my villa. The staff are really friendly and helpful. Although there is no restaurant it is an easy walk to Charlie’s (the sashimi and ika mata are excellent)and Te Marie Gardens (the cheesecake is fabulous) and an easy drive to muri. Would definitely stay here again. Meitaki mata Motu Villas.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2022
Rolfe

A little piece of paradise.

The Motu Beachfront was a little piece of Paradise. The setting and villas are marvellous and the hospitality of Lucille, Tony and Mii was beyond compare.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2020
Cynthia
Relaxing stay and great snorkeling Very clean units and great staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
We loved this property, could not have wished for a better place to stay on Rarotonga.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2019
Robert

A special getaway

Fantastic property to spend our 25th anniversary at. Very relaxing and on a great beach. Tim and Lucille are fantastic managers as were all that worked there. If you are looking for a special getaway on Rorotonga..this is the place. Note...if you are staying on Raro for a while, I suggest a scooter or car to get around. We got around on the public bus and the free e-bikes at Royals Takituma. Fantastic property!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Rotake Takitumu was so amazing, the seating on the white sandy beach was breath taking. The room was clean and tge sraff were awesome. Very quite and relaxing.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Fabulous beachfront villa - very spacious. Gardens and pool area good as well.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
We liked the location, staff, welcome, going the extra mile in service, the villas and grounds, no children, no rowdy clients, welcoming breakfast provisions.

There wasn't anything significant that we didn't like.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2019
Verified traveler
We loved everything about the Royale takitumu! Staff go above and beyond to make sure you have a great stay. Great snorkeling Beach and great area to make use of the kayaks they provide.
Definitely recommend staying here!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2019
Leslie
Beautiful garden setting - not only very pretty but also peaceful. Loved the ocean view from villa #3. Really appreciated the help from Tim when our flight home was delayed. Would definitely here again!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2018
Thomas
This place truly is a slice of paradise. Beautiful set up an in an amazing location. Snorkeling right out front is some of the best on the island. Awesome staff who are extremely helpful and friendly. Couldn't be better.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2018
David
A superb facility with the most amazing staff. Right on the water's edge in lovely manicured grounds.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2018
Robin
The Royale Takitumu is a great get away. Staff is super friendly, location is fantastic and the rooms are perfect. The only negative to the entire place is a lack of any restaurant facilities, however there is a fair amount around the area to make up for that. The beach and lagoon are very swimming friendly and great for just lying around. The hotel has paddleboards and kayaks so you can just lazy in a hammock or paddle around the lagoon all day long.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2018
Simon

Excellent place to stay!

Tim and Lucille and their team were excellent hosts, very friendly and helpful. We had a garden view Bure and really enjoyed it. We especially appreciated the kitchen and the ability to self cater. The pics don’t do the Bures justice, and a works program is under way lifting things to an even better level. The location is great with some dining options (Little Poly/Charlie’s) within walking distance and a little convenience store nearby. The snorkeling off the beach is some of the best on the island. We had a hire car for the first 3 days, and then used the clockwise/anti-clockwise bus thereafter, which was really good. Just wave it down and let the driver know where you want to go. This was the perfect place for our stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2018
David & Jo
This is the perfect place to stay in Raro if you want great beach and snorkeling without the crowds. New managers are doing a fantastic job of updating the beautiful tropical garden setting. All staff very friendly and helpful and go the extra mile for their guests. We definitely recommend this wonderful place to stay. Thanks Mii, Tim & Lucille
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2017
Lynda

Peaceful and quiet place, loved the goldfish ponds

Good snorkelling straight off the beach, lovely grounds and attractive, comfortable rooms.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2017
Thomas

Amazing

The best holiday we have had. Staff and location were amazing and the villa and grounds were perfect. We will definitely be back.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2017
Mi

Fantastic staying and highly recommend

Amazing view and fantastic staying. We stay in the sea view villa. The view is amazing and unforgettable. The condition and comfort of this hotel is great. We did snorkeling and kayak in the lagoon in front of the villa. Quite convenience. The hotel is close to Muri beach and town.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2017
Verified traveler

Paradise on earth

If you want beauty combined with the ultimate relaxation and quiet this is the spot.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2017
Verified traveler

Comfortable beachside cottages on paradise Island

Situated on a stunning beach with lovely view across lagoon. Mostly very peaceful although cottages are very close to each other
Spacious, comfortable and well equipped
A little more thought would make this resort even more enjoyable. A lovely pool and good sun beds but no shade
Sun lounger cushions don't get put away at night so smell awful as local stray cats and dogs sleep on them
Air con in bedroom but not lounge
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2017
Russel

Fantastic villas on the best part of the beach.

Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. The villas are spacious and comfortable. The snorkelling straight off the beach is the best we have ever done.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2016
Ben

Amazing

My partner and I spent our honeymoon here. It was flawless; private, right next to pristine water and had ecerything we could possibly need. Staff were helpful especially Mii. We will return.
8/10
Excellent
19 Nov 2016
Erica

Great location self contained villas

Very friendly staff member welcomed USB. Lovely self contained villa very close to the beach. Hammocks and sun chairs on the beach were very comfortable. Breakfast pack lasted us three days! Fully self contained so could self-cater.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2016
Verified traveler
Beautiful beachfront location, comfortable space, great facilities and staff who were very helpful.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2016
Verified traveler

Lovely hotel with easy access to snorkelling

Comfortable, clean and well appointed villas. Able to snorkel from beach in front. Friendly staff, happy to help with any arrangements.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2016
anna

Extremely beautiful paradise

The best place i have ever been to for a holiday. Couldnt have asked for better accomodation, location and people who looked after our stay on Rarotonga
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2016
Lisa

A perfect young couples get away in paradise

Our one week stay was perfect! The staff, accommodation, location and beach was more then any holiday-goer could ask for. Worth every dollar spent on this accommodation.

We were in paradise for a week!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2016
Alice

Fantastic villas in great part of the lagoon

Each villa is self-contained, clean and well presented. Location was good - beautiful part of the lagoon. Very quiet and relaxing, away from busy resorts with kids etc. Manager Mi'i was very helpful and friendly and the activities she organised, morning tea and pétanque, were a great and fun way to meet other visitors/tourists. Overall, we were extremely happy with our choice of accomodation.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

Fantastic location

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was fantastic for water activities
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2016
Verified traveler

Relaxing, tropical getaway

Great private villas in a beautiful part of Rarotonga. We stayed in the garden studio - a good option at a lower price than the beachfront villas but still only a few steps from Titikaveka Beach. There are lovely, landscaped gardens, and hammocks, kayaks and snorkelling gear are all provided. The owners and their cat Salvador were very hospitable. Royale Takitumu's excellent reputation is well deserved.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2016
FloJo

Boutique facility made up of individual villas

Loved the individual villas. We stayed in a \"Honeymoon\" villa, which was on the beachfront. There are also garden villas, that are only about 50m back, so I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them also.
The whole complex is very well maintained & it was a pleasure to stay.
The snorkelling within the reef right outside the complex was the best on the island!
We appreciated staying here as it was away from the hustle & bustle.
There is no restaurant onsite, but the 2 closest restaurants are well within walking distance.
We bought a 10 ride bus pass & that was adequate for our 8 day stay, although we did walk a fair bit.
(The walk into Muri took us an hour).
I would recommend it to anyone.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 May 2016
Irina
Because unpleaser weather i'm not very happy of my staing in this hotel
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2016
Yvette

The perfect retreat.

We had the most amazing stay here. Mi'i and the staff were fabulous from the moment we booked the hotel. It was a comfortable, peaceful, relaxed and friendly place to stay. We would definitely come back and stay and highly recommend this place to other travellers!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2016
Verified traveler

Fantastic location on the beach

Had a lovely time sunbathing and snorkeling on the reef. Local restaurants were inexpensive and good.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2015
Verified traveler

Paradise in The Cook Islands

Very relaxing, everything you need in the accommodation, beautiful gardens which adds to the beautiful setting.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2015
Old Cruiser

Very Relaxing by the Beach

This is our second stay here. You are always warmly greeted and given a orientation. We had a honeymoon suite this time with a lovely view over the lagoon and right on the beach. We chose to rent a car and found it really useful for getting around the Island and especially for going to restaurants. It seems to us in some 10 years of coming here that the standard of restaurant has improved significantly and we have had some lovely meals. One highlight was unquestionably the Silver Sands restaurant in Muri. Their a la carte has changed to providing a number of smaller meals at half the price of a main with the thought that two of these would suit many people who might otherwise only have a main but they can be up sized if needed. The meals we had were outstanding, and we only wished we had found this out earlier as the menu had so many interesting options.
The snorkeling straight outside the resort is very good indeed and compares well to the better options in other Pacific locations we have visited.
There is nothing better than sipping a delightful New Zealand wine on a balmy evening overlooking the lagoon with the sand in your toes a few metres from your unit. We could even see the fish in the water from our unit on a still evening.
It's worth noting that there is only one tv channel but if your intention is to get away from it all and relax that doesn't really matter! We love it here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2015
James

Beautiful raro destination

Great service and beautiful grounds. Was quite isolated which may be good or bad, depending what you want. We found it a little difficult as there was not much within walking distance (restaurants) however once we got a car it was a lot easier. I'd happily stay here again but would arrange transport sooner.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2015
Phil

Can't wait to return

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would both return without question. After we booked we had to communicate directly with Amber at Royale Takitumu, to arrange airport transfers and this set the tone for the rest of our stay. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was handled in a friendly and efficient manner. She even upgraded our transfer to VIP given we arrived after midnight and were greeted with cold towels and champagne for our drive from the airport.
Our villa had everything we could have required and was located right on the beachfront, so we could literally walk onto the beach and into the lagoon for spectacular snorkelling. The snorkel gear was near new and of great quality and was readily available without booking throughout the stay, as were the kayaks and beach loungers.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2015
Wayne

The Best Of Both Worlds.

I have been to Rarotonga many times, in fact its my favourite place to stay in the Pacific Islands. One of the things that I love about Rarotonga, is there are all sorts of accommodation to suite all your needs and a great variety of international places to eat as well, excluding all the major international fast food chains is the best move that any tourist destination has ever done in my personal opinion.
Unlike most places where you can be trapped on a resort , here you have the ability to get out and about the island at little cost, either by bus or motor scooter hire car and enjoy all the great beaches around the island and literally get into the true understanding and the meaning of those words, Island time.
If you want to relax, get the sand between your toes and turn the outside world off, I highly recommend Rarotonga as the best destination for the three B's in the world, Beach, Book and a cold beer , as it works for me every time.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2015
Verified traveler

it's risky to say too much about this place! \n

Why? Figure it out. One should hold close those experiences and places that are special, compliment and fulfil the desire of a lovely quiet holiday in an amazing spot! There, I've said enough.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2015
Rai +Mau

Villas/Bungalows at beach, very private!

Very private wonderful place, ocean or garden view bungalows available, directly at a sandy beach with wide protected lagoon for snorkeling or kayaking, very clean and well maintained. If you love a beautiful private atmosphere with some weekly invitations to socialize with the other guests (brunch, petanque/boule) and do not want/expect a resort own restaurant, than this is definitely the place on Rarotonga to go and be. For us this first time will not be the last one!

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Ara Tapu, Takitumu District, P.O Box 1031, Titikaveka, Cook Islands

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