Onemaru Rd S/N, Arorangi, Rarotonga, Arorangi, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#34 of 123 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 68 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.4
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Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Diane
United KingdomEverything was great so no complaints at all. Would definitely stay there again.
Comfortable and clean. Breakfast goodies in fridge. Outdoor patio. Owner Nev. was friendly and extremely helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Ruddle
United KingdomGood location, nice gardens, spacious
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Mr
CanadaWe had to go down the street to the wifi hotspot to get any reception.
Owner Nev is very friendly and helpful, had a lovely fruit bowl for us, continental breakfast items, milk, water in the fridge. The kitchen was well equipped and we had access to a BBQ, library, washing machine, good drinking water. Our verandah was lovely and had clothes lines but we needed the bug coils lit to keep little biters at bay. The unit had two ceiling fans for cooling.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Michelle
AustraliaGreat location, short walk to the main road and a lovely beach.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Manuela
ItalyAll was perfect
Great stay at the bungalow with spectacular beach just a stone's throw away with great snorkelling. Excellent fruit basket on arrival to cater for the first breakfast. Wonderful going round with a scooter to explore the back roads.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Seryeon
New ZealandNo airconditioner
Staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Paula
New ZealandNo faults
Nev our host was so Welcoming Our Bungalow was perfect, looks so much better in real life then in the pictures I saw on Booking.com. The absoloute best part of the island for Snorkling, we saw Turtles🥰 Breakfast for a few days was covered which was so nice, fresh fruit, cereals and bread with spreads. Nice and quiet, appart from the Roosters and dogs. We thoughrly enjoyed our stay here and encourage others to do the same. You have your own kitchen so you can cook for yourselves instead of eating out.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
David
New ZealandThe property was very clean and the location was perfect. A few steps from the beach where you can snorkel, swim and watch the sunset. The property is located in a very peaceful neighborhood with a great view of the mountains as well. Nev was very welcoming and helpful. I would definitely stay here again next time.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 December 2023
Margert
AustraliaI stayed for 4 nights. The bungalow was clean and tidy. Very spacious..Nev was a great host. I appreciated the fresh fruits and breakfast was my 1st day.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Mary
United KingdomGreat location, Nev made us feel very welcome and gave great advice on things to do. Being able to do some washing was a bonus as was the ability to cook for ourselves on a few occassions.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Alice
United KingdomNothing to complain about - only suggestion is could do with a sign on the main road but not a problem if you have a little look on google maps!
Perfect place just off the main road where there is a nice beach and some amazing snorkelling! Nev was great right from booking and throughout the stay, there was some bread and jams in the fridge which was highly appreciated. Bed was super comfy! I will definitely stay here again when I return to Rarotonga! Thank you!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Theducks
New ZealandThere wasn't anything we didn't like
The location was perfect. A lovely and unexpected touch was to have food in the fridge for breakfast etc and fruit on the table. It was like home away from home. Felt very welcome and comfortable there.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Jonathan
United KingdomNev the owner was highly attentive of our needs and was always so helpful during out stay.He had great local knowledge and was really friendly. The bungalow is close to one of the best beaches for snorkelling and we loved our time in Rarotonga and learning about the culture.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Smaugs
New ZealandMaybe curtains on all windows & a stronger fan otherwise nothing we didn't like
We loved the fruit basket & ample breakfast for 1st day, ice trays, Nev was very accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed. Great snorkeling nearby, short walk to the beach, ample supplies of towels, books to lend, dvd player Great local information on nearby restaurants etc, very private 😀
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Karl
EstoniaThe apartment had a lot of space, fresh towels and Nev was an amazing host. Watched some old dvd-s which was fun. The best thing was that it was just 200m from the lagoon beach!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Janine
New ZealandAppreciated friendly welcome from host Nev on arrival. Great surprise to find breakfast cereal, loaf of bread, milk and spreads in the fridge plus local grown fresh fruit for us, until we were able to buy our own food. Very thoughtful and appreciated. We had daily access to snorkeling and swimming gear at the accommodation, all Free for us to use. Great location to Aroa Beach, short walk from accommodation. Beach is great for swimming, snorkeling, sun bathing, walks and to sit and admire the stunning views and sunsets. Friendly, approachable, helpful and accommodating host, Nev. Aroa Kainga Bungalows was exactly where we needed to stay while on holiday in Rarotonga. Thanks Nev!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Korina
AustraliaNot enough daylight hours to spend snorkelling/swimming!
Location, value for money, homely feeling, and the landlord is choice!!!!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Frank
New ZealandWe arrived a day early due to my lack of knowledge on the time difference between NZ and Rarotonga. 🙄😒Our host Nev was rudely awakened by us in the middle of the night..(very sorry again 😇) but to our surprise,he was very understanding, kind and accomodating. (Very greatful😊) We loved everything about our stay here,the location,the room and especially Papa Nev. Thank you so much for being an amazing host,genuine,down to earth,kind and just an all round good guy. We are looking forward to coming to stay with you again. Many blessings upon you and your anau Papa Nev. 🥰🤩😁
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 July 2023
Lesley
CanadaLittle ants everywhere but maybe an issue at resorts also?
Ease of communication with owner and fact he was on-site. A very comfy, affordable, fully-contained bungalow just 5 minutes walk to beach and bus stop.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 23 April 2023
Margaret
United StatesN/A
Very kind hosts, lots of dishes, towels, and books to borrow! Very close to the best snorkeling spot on the island (about a 500m walk). We had a lovely time here.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 8 April 2023
Adriaan
New ZealandMy only comment would be that the room was really hot, no aircon and the little fan did not do much :-(
This host was amazing!! The breakfast and fresh fruit left in the room was lovely!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 6 April 2023
Jessica
ItalyNothing. Everything was perfect!
Amazing place!!!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Anuja
New Zealandbarking dogs but that is a common occurrence in Rarotonga and beyond the hosts’ control
privacy self contained excellent hosts v responsive and helpful
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 10 March 2023
Dcwhyte
New ZealandNothing!
Some breakfast supplies very thoughtfully provided. The bungalow is close to the ocean, the Rarotongan, and a store - and Shipwreck Hut. Couldn't have been better location, facilities, or host - excellent.
Stayed in March 2023
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