• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
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Just 50 metres from a white sandy beach, The Cooks Oasis features an outdoor pool and group bbq and dining area. Set in lovely tropical gardens, it offers self-contained accommodation with private balcony or patio. The Cooks Oasis is just 1 km from Rarotonga Golf Club and 15 minutes’ drive from the National Museum of the Cook Islands. Avatiu Wharf is a 15-minute drive and Rarotonga Airport is a 10-minute drive away. A kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities is standard in all villas. Each villa has a TV, DVD player and laptop safety box. Some villas also have lovely lagoon or garden views. Free snorkeling and canoeing equipment is provided. The tour desk can organise local activities, including fishing, diving and glass-bottom boat tours. The hotel also offers a covered barbecue area, a sun terrace and sun loungers and hammocks on the beach.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
3 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.2
High score for Rarotonga
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  • Zahara
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location- many restaurants near by. The room was super cozy. Free fruit on arrival, wifi and laundry was a lovely touch. The staff are super friendly! The are Kayaks and snorkeling gear to borrow. We loved our stay here ! Would stay again
  • Nicole
    Sweden Sweden
    It was lovely staying here. My villa was clean and very cozy. I traveled alone and feelt very safe and comfortable. The staff was amazing and so friendly. I highly recommend staying here!
  • Nikki
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Tucked away only a few minutes walk from Black Rock Beach and some great restaurants/bars/bakery/a 24 hour convenience store, and wonderful spot to snorkel and kayak. The pool and air conditioning are a lifesaver when it hits 32 degrees and the...

Managed by Lin, Erin & Matty

Company review score: 10Based on 108 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Kia Orana! Lin, Wayne, Matty and Erin welcome you to The Cooks Oasis in beautiful Rarotonga, Cook Islands. The four of us have fallen in love with the island paradise of Rarotonga, and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to live and work here. Lin and Wayne run the property here for New Zealand's winter from April - October and then Matty and Erin take over from October until April over Canada's winter. We are excited to welcome you to The Cooks Oasis, nine unique self-catering villas ranging from studios to 2 bedrooms. We are located on the sunset side of the island, just steps from sandy beaches + stunning lagoon, and surrounded by lush tropical gardens. We have everything on site to make your stay magical, from a pool to cool off in on hot afternoons to a BBQ and dining area so you can cook up today's catch. Close by the property there are a number of lovely restaurants, and we have easy access to the airport and main town of Avarua with it's popular market and shops. Come visit us in Rarotonga and we will show you why we Love A Little Paradise

Property information

Welcome to The Cooks Oasis, the best-kept secret of Rarotonga and the ideal destination for your island getaway. Feel at home in one of our nine recently upgraded villas ranging from studio style to one- and two-bedroom units, all designed with your comfort in mind. Our villas are self-catered and nestled within a small and vibrant tropical garden, only moments away from a picturesque sandy beach and clear blue lagoon.

Neighbourhood information

The Cooks Oasis is just 60m from a stunning beach with incredible snorkeling and breathtaking sunset. The reef is nice and close to shore so seasonally, you can see humpbacks breaching right out front! We have 2 of the islands best restaurants within 100m and easy access to general stores, the hospital hill hike and merely 10 minutes drive to main town of Avarua. With clockwise and anti-clockwise buses running from the end of the driveway, it's easy to get around and explore our beautiful island.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Cooks Oasis
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Cooks Oasis takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash The Cooks Oasis accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please let The Cooks Oasis - Holiday Villas know your flight arrival and departure details including flight numbers and flight times in local time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please let The Cooks Oasis - Holiday Villas know in advance how many guests are included in your booking. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Cooks Oasis in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about The Cooks Oasis

  • Yes, The Cooks Oasis is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Cooks Oasis is 3.1 miles from the centre of Rarotonga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Cooks Oasis on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from The Cooks Oasis. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Cooks Oasis (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Cooks Oasis may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Cooks Oasis is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Cooks Oasis offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Walking tours
    • Beach
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Swimming Pool
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Pub crawls
    • Bike tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Cooks Oasis (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 5 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.