Te Vakaroa Villas

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2026

Elisha

Beautiful luxury villa in a great location. Lovely and helpful services.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2025

Charlie

Great pool, great views, great room. Lovely grounds. Nice breakfast each morning

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2025

Ross

Wow! Up Market Accom. Fabulous Location. Access to pristine Muri Beach Lagoon. Next door to Muri Night Market.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2025

Rees

We loved our stay at Te Vakaroa!
We had an upstairs two bedroom villa with an awesome view across the lagoon to the ocean… walk out the front past the pool and your on the sand and swimming!
Two bedrooms, two bathrooms upstairs, another toilet down stairs with a washer and dryer.. big lounge area and balcony..
right next door to the sailing club with cafe bar… a short walk to the pacific resort or nautilus where we went for food and cocktails…
Awesome location and we are booking again for next year, loved it!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2024

Cindy

Love this location. So relaxing

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2024

Kisha

Gorgeous property with all the amenities. Lagoon access, ocean views. Loved the private pool and Jacuzzi! Thoroughly enjoyed our Muri beach stay!! Aloha from Hawaii!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Dec 2023

Steven

Luxurious villas with direct access to the lagoon. Property was in amazing condition , easy checkin / out . Can highly recommended and would easily stay again in a heartbeat

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2023

Andressa

It’s amazing place at the best part of the island.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2022

justin

top classic accommodation in a perfect setting

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

This was an incredible property, by our estimation one of the best on the island. The people were super friendly, the location is perfect, and the overall experience is outstanding

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2019

DeniseShort

Absolutely loved our stay here. The villas are modern and clean. Only 6 in the complex so does not get overcrowded. Daily breakfasts delivered to our villa were superb - fresh fruit, muesli and even choc croissants!!!
Beach few steps away, lovely pool, and spa. Washing machine and dryer if you need it, night markets short walk away. Poko and Nick were fabulous hosts. Poko even allowed us a late checkout which was greatly appreciated. Our stay was not long enough and cannot wait to return.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Stunning villa in a great location. Excellent breakfast!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

Top position, quality furnishings and furniture tastefully combined, a fantastic swimming pool, convenient location on Muri Beach (the best location on Rarotonga IMHO), plus friendly and helpful staff make this place a Paradise on Earth.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

31 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

would have been great if villa had a bath especially since it 5 star

private and clean, staff lovely

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

great location in muri

This place is really nice, people are great and the facilities top rate. The only reason for a 4 not 5 is that it is small and if it is full than you are vulnerable to the antics of your neighbours. We had 2 nights of the 3 we stayed here with only one other couple and the place was wonderful. The 3rd we had a group of 10 mates arrive keen to party which was fun to watch for one night but would have frayed a little if we had stayed on. The good news though is the rooms are very quiet even when it is going off round the pool! If you want privacy seek an upstairs room. If you want direct access to the pool go downstairs.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2018

Sarah

Luxury in the perfect location

If you like small, private holidays with all of your home from home comforts (possibly with a little luxury thrown in too) then Te Vakaroa Villas is perfect. Conveniently located for the night markets, boat trips and cycle hire you can be as active or as inactive as you want Nick and Poko have it covered

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2017

M

Great location and spacious

We needed accommodation that would suit 4 adults sharing and this 2 bedroom villa was perfect.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2017

ANNIE

INTIMATE AND RELAXING

WE THOROUGHLY ENJOYED OUR STAY. IT WAS QUIET AND VERY RELAXING. WE HAD ACCESS STRAIGHT ONTO THE BEACH AT MURI, A SWIMMING POOL, SPA POOL AND A LOVELY OUTDOOR AREA TO TAKE IN THE VIEW . WE WE CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS, GENERAL STORE AND BAKERY.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2017

Bruce

Lovely hotel, adjacent to everything and best plac

Awesome pool and spa and handy to a variety of places and resturants to visit. Really enjoyable stay with very pleasant staff super helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2017

Liz

Beautiful apartments in a lovely setting.

We loved everything about this place. It had everything that we needed and was clean and very comfortable beds. The gardens were gorgeous and the infinity pool was great.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2017

Arnon

Great resort, awesome location

Top class facilities, great service, staff were very welcoming.

8/10

Excellent

27 Nov 2016

Diane

On the beach

We enjoyed a very relaxing and peaceful stay. Private and secluded, yet right on Muri beach.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2016

Mike and Donna

Perfect location right on the beach.

If you are planning a vacation in the Cook Islands this is the place to be, right on the beach in beautiful Muri lagoon. Our villa was well equipped and spotlessly clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. Even though we rented a car in advance we were met at the airport, helped with our luggage and guided to the villa. There is plenty of entertainment and good restaurants in easy walking distance. All in all a perfect Cook Island experience.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2016

Verified traveler

Awesome Locations. Wicked Pool!

We just spent 4 nights here on our mini break. The staff are friendly and helpful. We had a 1 bedroom villa and it was beautiful. We were underneath a 2 bedroom villa and we could here the people above us walking around so if you are a light sleeper it may pay to pack some ear plugs just incase. I was worried about the pool being really cold after reading the reviews but it was beautiful. It is cold but perfect on a hot sunny day to cool off. The spa pool was great and nice to relax in while the sun goes down. Breakfast was nice and light. It was perfect for the 2 of us to have a mid winter break and would highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2015

Paul

Wonderful stay at Te Vakaroa Villas

We stayed at Te Vakaroa Villas for 4 nights and really appreciated the quality of the accommodation which was of 5* standard. Everything was in perfect working order and very exclusive - only 6 villas and no children! Great location overlooking the beach with restaurants and bars nearby.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2015

KATHRYN

ESCAPE REALITY

Had a lovely relaxing time, very friendly and obliging staff and management. Will return!! Unfortunately weather a little disappointing.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2015

Cate

Lovely villas with sea views

Lovely villas with great views on Muri beach, clean and well kept accommodation, walking distance to nice restaurants

For such expensive accommodation, charging for every little extra is a real turn off (i.e. transfers from airport despite it being only 20 mins and sharing with 3 other people, paddle boards, WIFI etc etc)

Breakfast was good some days and not on others......cheap sliced bread when they are so close to the lovely bakery was a massive let down!!!

Also, I think they should increase the 12 year old limit - we had teenage girls shouting from pool to balcony every day with no consideration for other guests trying to enjoy the break

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2015

Andy

Excellent location

A truly peaceful and idyllic location. A very private and peaceful location. The accommodation was maintained to a high standard. There are several excellent restaurants and cafes locally, who will even deliver to your door. An ideal couples retreat.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2015

Carolyn

Paradise.....definitely!

Fabulous stay at Te vaka roa. Nothing any trouble great rooms and fantastic service. Thanks Nick and the crew. Highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2015

Caroline

Faultless

From our warm welcome at the airport Te Vakaroa Villas met all of our expectations. A beautiful, relaxing setting with luxury accommodation in immaculate and clean condition. This is not a big resort with everything that entails - it is a small, luxury property with just 6 very fine Villas. We enjoyed the ability to eat out effortlessly at Sails restaurant next door (or other equally good places very close by) along with the option to cook 'at home'. Relaxing on the large day bed looking over the lagoon was my idea of heaven. The convenience store 100 metres away, open from 6 am to 10 pm supplied all the essentials (eg beer for just $2.50 per Heineken). We hope to return in the near future and thank all of the friendly, efficient and unobtrusive team at Te Vakaroa Villas for a wonderful holiday.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2014

Verified traveler

Great small hotel at best beach

Very quiet and romantic.The location at Muri Beach is great.Since very small,only six rooms not many hotel services but will get everything you need.The rooms are excellent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2014

Kate

Amazing hotel, staff disappointing

Amazing villa in fantastic location. However, we were disappointed by the attitude of staff especially in a hotel of this price bracket. The receptionist repeatedly failed to acknowledge us. on the 2 occasions we had minor requests (ie to ask for a snorkel and to ask what time our hotel transfer was), she did not even give us a hello when we stood in front of her( no she was not busy at all, apparently giggling at an email) and the owner was unapologetic about the hot tub not working, one ofthe reasons why we chose to stay here in the first place. It is an amazing property but maybe the staff have become complacent. There's no excuse for bad service and poor manners especially for the price!!!

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2014

Lisa

Great location

Slight delay with airport pick up. Was given an upgrade to the 2 bedroom villa. Washing machine and dryer available in room to use. The surrounds is well looked after. Staff were very helpful and polite. The location of Te Vakaroa Villas is perfect. 2 min walk to Sails restaurant and Pacific resort. Night markets were on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Anz and Westpac ATMs within walking distance. Such a convenient location tucked away from the road. Had a nice relaxing short stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2014

Verified traveler

Outstanding location, facilities and outlook

Excellent facilities in an excellent location. Quality rooms with quality fittings and appointments. The pool and lounging facilities were excellent. I would highly recommend staying here

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2013

Verified traveler

Great honeymoon

Great location for the perfect honeymoon. Super location on Muri Beach with lots of good restaurants in walking distance. We agonised for some time over the many options in various locations on the island, but in the end we were so glad we chose Te Vakaora. We loved everything about our stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2013

Verified traveler

Warm recommendation for Te Vakaroa

Great layout well appointed with pleasing non fussy decor in keeping with the environment.
Position was excellent, handy location for transport, restaurants etc and perfectly placed by Muri beach. Staff friendly

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2013

Sonya

The lagoon was warm and inviting a d great for water sports

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2012

Verified traveler

Happy after airport pick-up hiccup!

Sadly there was no one to collect us at the airport on arrivial, they said Expedia had not advised them.
Staff very friendly and helpful.
the toilet flusher stuck when used.
Gardens and pool beautifully looked after.
Very good stay.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2012

Verified traveler

Island paradise

All the staff were friendly and very helpful - no complaints at all. A lovely holiday!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2012

Verified traveler

Te Vakaroa Villas island Lagoon Paradise

wonderful spot, warm host, comfortable bed and room - thanks

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2012

Verified traveler

My stay at Te Vaka Roa

I was surprised that no one ever vacuumed. There was dust in the corners from weeks ago and the kitchen cabinets felt sticky. I was also a little disturbed by the nearby kayak rental and restaurant which would start beating drums accompanied by drunkard yells late at night or smash glass bottles for recycling purposes at 7 am. Nevertheless, the villa was beautifully furnished and gave a sense of luxury with a magnificient view of the lagoon but given that fact of cleanliness I wouldn't give it 5 stars.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2011

Satu

Te Vakaroa Villas - small oasis just by ocean

Extremly nice experience to stay at Vakaroa Villas - good service, comfortable rooms, beautiful position, free extra services like transportations snorkles and rent of kayak. We stayed a period of 7-12 november and even with rainy moments we could enjoy by watching films or just outside from balcony.
Absolutely worth of money.

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2011

Dale

unbelievably beautiful and relaxing

The complex throughout is the best, great facilities, small, quiet, great service, tropical breakfasts everyday. Just the perfect getaway from a busy city life.
The staff were extremely attentive and nothing is too much trouble.
As for location, you can just wander down the beach to anyone of the many restaurants which look out over the lagoon.
The highlight of our stay was a day trip to Aitutaki. You have to see it to believe how blue and clear the water is, absolutely picturesque.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2011

Julie

Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Affordable; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Pristine;

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2011

Mothra

Te Vakaroa Villas

My husband and I recently stayed at the beautiful Te Vakaroa Villas for 6 wonderful nights. We stayed in one of the 1 bedroom units and found it perfect for a special romantic getaway. The unit had all the amenities we needed and the furnishing and decor were fabulous. Fresh flowers in the room and breakfast delivered to us each morning were some of the extra nice touches we experienced at Te Vakaroa. The amazing infinity pool right on the beach complete with comfortable lounge chairs and an enormous daybed make the pool area the best on Muri beach. We watched many times daily as people on the beach stopped and admired the pool and the facility itself. The beach area immediately outside the Villas was equally as perfect for lounging, swimming and people watching. We found Te Vakaroa Villas to be positioned within easy walking distance of many good restaurants, equipment and car/scooter rentals as well as tour facilities. The Villas were immediately next to the facility where we picked up kayaks and snorkels to use at will and was included as part of our stay at the Villas. Sails restaurant was a very short walk and we spent several evenings beach side partaking in happy hour drinks and eats. Muri beach itself we feel is the best beach on the island for those wanting a balance between beautiful scenery, swimming/snorkeling and access to restaurants and other local businesses. We do recommend renting a scooter or car in order to make the run into Avarua for groceries and shopping but it would not be necessary to have a vehicle rented for your entire stay. It should be noted that we did not book a vehicle in advance of our stay but had no problem renting a scooter just down the road from Te Vakaroa Villas. Last but not least, we were taken very good care of by all the friendly staff as well as by the owner Nick. They were extremely accommodating to our needs and went out of their way to make sure our stay was as fantastic as the Villas themselves.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Oct 2024

Danny

The hotel’s location is great, with convenient transportation and many good restaurants within walking distance, especially with a night market right next door. However, the hotel’s facilities are quite outdated, and the cleanliness of the rooms is average. There is even a leakage issue with the ceiling. The breakfast options are limited, making the value for money quite average for the price. Not highly recommended.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Bella villa su 2 piani sul mare
Piccola piscina
Piccola spiaggia non privata
Ottima idea aver fornito la villa di lavatrice e asciugatrice
Prima colazione buona ma non adatta al gusto italiano

Leisure Friends