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The 10 Best Motels in Rarotonga, Cook Islands

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Reefcomber Sunset Beach is situated on the western side of Rarotonga right on the beachfront with amazing sunsets ideal for swimming and snorkelling.

All rooms have sea and garden views.

This 12 room property consists of 4 self contained Bungalows ( lagoon View) 8 Garden Studio rooms ( garden View).

Location with the beach in front of the property. beautiful sunsets. Major bonus seeing whales.

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7.9
Good
160 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

Central Motel is situated in the Avarua district in Rarotonga, 7 km from Muri. Guests enjoy an onsite spa pool and a 24/7 front desk.

Just 10 minutes' from the airport, Central Motel is within easy walking distance from several shops, cafes and restaurants and most government offices and agencies.

Location was ideal. Right in town with easy access to cafes, restaurants, bars & buses. Room was a bit dated, but spacious & clean. Lots of dogs and chickens to make sure you wake up on time, but I think that's pretty typical for Rarotonga. Housekeeping was every other day and they did an excellent job.

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6.8
Review score
94 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.
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Motels that guests love in Rarotonga

  • Avg. price/night: £77.98
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 94 reviews
    A basic but clean & comfortable motel type unit centrally located in Avarua. We had a late checkin and only stayed 1 night but it provided everything we needed - predominately air con, a good shower & comfy bed. Great communication with manager.
    TEC
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £83.12
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 388 reviews
    The service was excellent, eg I emailed the motel very late about picking us up from the airport knowing that it would be impossible because we were on our way to catch our flight to Rarotonga. But you guys did it so impressed.
    Oaariki
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £77.98
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 94 reviews
    That it was easy access to the motel easy instruction to our room
    Vaevae
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 101 reviews
    Great location! Far enough from main road to be very quiet. Less than a 10 minute walk to Muri Night Market, cafes, stores and buses on the road. Only negative, could use a new toaster, but not a deal breaker! Overall a great stay. Love Raro!!!
    Anita
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £83.12
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 388 reviews
    Nice motel close to Town. Clean and spacious, the accommodation was very well equipped (fridge, microwave, kettle, dishes, toaster, television). The swimming pool was very good and the snack bar was excellent for breakfast. The parking for the rental car is also very spacious and the staff is very courteous and available. Good to know: the beach does not allow swimming in the sea... but the swimming pool is there for that 😊.
    Mickaël
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £83.12
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 388 reviews
    Loved the location, very clean motel and staff is very friendly
    Tere
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £77.98
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 94 reviews
    Rosalia was exceptionally nice and made sure that we were comfortable during our stay. She made sure that we had clean towels every day and if we needed our room serviced. The motel is a stones throw away from the main town.
    Chan
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    A very nice and cozy place to stay in Rarotonga. Easy to find, 14...15. minutes drive from the airport. Free parking. Private sandy beach less than 1 minute walk away. Recommend.
    A
    Andry
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 332 reviews
    Lovely staff , beautiful view - quiet & peaceful . Close to all amenities like local bus , Night a food Markets , cafes & especially good coffee ! V impressed by the handsome rooster who strutted about as if he was the owner - magnificent plumage !
    Frances
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £77.98
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 94 reviews
    As I am a ex Executive Housekeeper for Novotel, I did not realize how dirty the motel was. No towels Monday and Tuesday and no services. No one around the place to ask for towels. We cleaned our room as we liked to keep it clean.
    Ngere
    Young couple