Amuri, P.O.Box 79 Arutanga, Cook Islands
#6 of 18 hotels in Arutanga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 155 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
6.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 May 2024
Diana
New ZealandWe had a very small fridge, which was a bit hard as we were there for 13 days. Also, the lagoon was very shallow outside the Villa, so no good for snorkelling or swimming. However, if we walked for 5+ minutes around to the point both were much better. It is sad that there seems to be a lack of basic maintenance for the property…like the chairs, table, sun loungers, and the kayaks all have issues, that could be easily corrected, by a maintenance man. We added things like a dish whisk, a salad bowl, a plug that fitted. A dish to cook in the microwave would have helpful.
The view from the Villa was excellent. Also, as it was so hot in April, the Aircon was an absolute bonus Also great WiFi connection. The best in our month in the Cook Islands Response to any problems from the staff was great at all times.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Joy
New ZealandThe key was hard to open the door and ended up breaking and we were charged to fix it
The beautiful view
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Margaret
United KingdomCould have done with some soft seating and more clothes storage.
Wonderful location, quiet, right on the beach. Clean basic accommodation. Tearoa and Grace are very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Veronica
TanzaniaSpacious bungalows with kitchen. Location right on the beach with kayaks. The location was really private and felt like we had the whole beach to ourselves. If you don’t have a car (like us) there’s only really one restaurant within walking distance, so worth stocking up on enough food from the grocery store. A great stay!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Donna
AustraliaWe only had 1 sun lounge chair and no cushions. Some more storage for clothes would have been good and the provision of hooks in the bathroom for towels. We stayed for 5 nights and managed without a car for 3 days, but it limited our dining options, so a car or scooter for most of the time there is needed.
The location right on the beach is fantastic, and you can walk from your balcony and straight into the warm water (although quite shallow). Kayaks were provided so you could go out on the lagoon easily. The outdoor deck is a great size for relaxing and eating and watching the sunsets and the outdoor shower was great to wash off the sand and salt. The indoor facilities were good and the bungalow was quite spacious for 2 of us, and the aircon was a godsend as it was so hot. The manager, Tearoa, was friendly and very helpful and took us to the shops for supplies before dropping us off at the accomodation. She checked in on us during our stay to make sure that everything was ok.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Kerry
AustraliaThe kayaks were showing signs of wear and could use an update.
The property was located on a lovely private stretch of beach. Simple but well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Ella
New ZealandGot charged airport transfer, even though it was supposed to be free. Was told Booking.com hasn't updated the facilities. There was no bottled water as advertised. Had to go buy to be able to fill up at the water filling station down the road. Staff at office only at check in times. Tina&Co supermarket withheld change, so watch out.
Wonderful sea view, very comfortable bed and pillow, better than the photos portrayed, spacious, great aircon (unit 1), very private from other units and beach is secluded.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Lukasz
United KingdomNothing.
Amazing location, directly on the beach. Fully equipped bungalow with stunning view.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Lindsay
New ZealandExcellent location and our hosts couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Rebecca
AustraliaAwesome location, everything we needed. So helpful too, organising transport and tour information.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Anna
IsraelNice place, very comfy. Good bed, good kitchen, fridge, aircon. Very helpful staff. On arrival they took us to the shop. So we had every thig we need( drinking water, food to cook, local fruits). We asked the staff to by and bring for us fresh fish. and they did it. Thans a lot for that! Just good advice. Don't forget bring with you your coral shoes, some sun and mosquitoes spray. We took a day tour, it was very interesting. The staff helped us to book it.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Anna
IsraelGreat place, friendly staff, beautiful nature, stars in the sky and stars in the sea.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Roxeanne
New ZealandGreat location, peace and quite. Kayaks for private use. Beach towels and aircon were appreciated!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Gardner
United States"T" the manager was great and made sure we had all we needed. Very comfortable and well provisioned for meal preparation Very Quiet location with beautiful beach just a few steps away.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Seryeon
New ZealandSo many ant
The location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Ludmila
AustraliaNothing, we loved every second.
Absolute beachfront with gorgeous views. Supportive and attentive staff. We had an amazing time. Kids had a blast. Equipped kitchen, we were able to cook somedays. We brought our snorkeling gear so we were able to snorkel in the beach. There was complimentary kayak use, which was very fun. Nothing to complain, perfect place to stay. Sky at night was full of stars. Amazing
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Vic
United StatesThere wasn't anything we didn't like.
The Aitutaki Seaside bungalows are perfect for a couple looking for a vacation hideaway. You have kitchen facilities so you can cook your own food, an outside shower so you can wash off the beach sand (and there is plenty of that), and they're air conditioned so you have great comfort all the time. You're met at the airport and ushered to your place with dispatch. And the manager is easy to get hold of abs helpful. She arranged our rental car for us, advised us regarding lagoon cruises, and pretty much made sure we had everything we needed. And the beach is less than 100 metres from the front door. How can you go wrong?
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 December 2023
Paul
AustraliaNothing
Take 10 steps and your in the water
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Rachel
New ZealandVery quiet and peaceful place to stay. So close to the sea and can relax on the beach whenever you want. Tearoa is very nice host and she helped me to send the thing I left at Aitutaki. Thanks so much.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Gina
AustraliaNothing, it was an awesome, unforgettable experience.
The location was great, the beach right in front of our door. Our host Tearoa provided us with lots of information about the area, organised our bike rental, our Lagoon cruise, took us to buy our groceries and checked on us regularly. We are very grateful for the service and care she showed us. We will definitely be back.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 15 November 2023
Blaich
AustraliaEverything was excellent
Loved everything about our stay. The host was fantastic and very helpful. The Bungalow was right on the beach and very private. It was very comfortable.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Angelene
New ZealandThe ants dont leave food out put everthing in the fridge
Location and the beach
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Jennifer
AustraliaLocation was fantastic, only 200m walk to great snorkelling. Views from the balcony were stunning!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Kylene
AustraliaNothing. Everything was perfect!
Very private, relaxing and has everything you need! We had a wonderful stay and Aunty T took care of us by picking us up and dropping us off to the airport as well as getting supplies. She even took us to pick up our scooter. Thank you! Everything worked and was functional and we were very comfortable. Bed is on the softer side for any firm bed sleepers. Aircon worked a treat as it can get a little warm during the day but we were out swimming and snorkelling each day so didn’t really need it. Atiutaki is the place where you really come to log off and get away from the world so if you’re expecting to stay connected, be mindful that internet is expensive in the Cook Islands as a whole. As per the previous comments, there are ants if you leave food items out so make sure everything is secure or put into fridge. It’s not the property it’s just that you’re remote, surrounded by gardens as well as the sea. I only wish we booked this place longer. Any first time Atiutaki visitors, be sure to book at the very bare minimum, 5-7nights. We didn’t get enough done in 3x nights.
Stayed in October 2023
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