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Reviews of Castaway Resort 3 stars

Arorangi Beach Main Beach Road,Arorangi, Arorangi, 0000 Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#82 of 125 hotels in Rarotonga

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 282 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 26 February 2023

    9.0
    Great to have had our own space, Staff were lovely & so helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were friendly always helpful. Facilities were spacious for myself & family.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Place dies need a little bit of work, but overall we were very pleased with our stay and are rebooking again for next year.

    Superb location right on the beach and the use of Wilson's Bar next was excellent. 10/10 for Rosalea and Mene who were so hospitable providing wonderful service to us always with a smile.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2023

    9.0
    Best holiday we’ve had.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    Our room was very clean and comfortable. The swimming pool was great and we enjoyed many meals and cocktails in the bar. The food was well prepared, and we recommended the seafood platter. Staff are friendly and helpful. They let us stay late on our last day due to a late flight.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2023

    7.0
    property did not match up to expectations and I believe not good value for money. restaurant excellent and lively staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no wifi. no in room security box. one bedroom had no aircon. convenience store opposite no longer functioning. sun bed covers wet and scruffy. bar not open until 4pm.

    owners and staff very friendly and helpful. apartment light and airy and plenty of space. restaurant choices and quality of food excellent.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2023

    7.0
    nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    location and staff

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious Beach House

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Outdated, accommodations close to each other, no free WiFi (at least not in our room), sea view was very limited, not close to supermarkets, limited equipped kitchenette. Photo's on booking.com did not represent the current conditions.

    Breakfast with fresh fruits, restaurant, good and warm shower, large fridge

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    7.0
    Lovely, relaxed and welcoming spot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would have been great to have known in advance that the kitchen was only limited hours - ie only breakfast and at dinner. while there were kitchen facilities the closest supermarket was a 16 min bus ride away. also no Orion to get drinking water unless the kitchen or bar were open.

    As only 20 odd rooms, felt intimate and friendly, not just a big number. rooms were nice and tidy, food was good value and staff were exceptional.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2022

    8.0
    great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    lovely staff, rooms were lovely & clean

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2022

    8.0
    Great place to stay had a wonderful time at Castaway.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 8 nights

    Nothing to dislike.

    Room was spacious and very comfortable. Breakfast very good and food from the restaurant excellent. Staff amazing very polite and helpful. Great atmosphere in a great spot. Very enjoyable stay.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2022

    8.0
    Fantastic budget option for a large group!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water pressure was not good enough to run both showers at once. This made things difficult with such a large group. Also, washing machine present but no provided laundry detergent from what we could see.

    Heaps of space for 8 of us in the beach house, really unique place to stay. Loved it!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The two bedroom air conditioned apartment with ensuite, ceiling fans, lounge, kitchen & balcony overlooking the pool, was spacious & clean. The location was great to watch the sunset on the beach whilst sipping a cocktail from Wilson's Bar. The staff were friendly & food was good.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2022

    7.0
    location is great but could be so much better
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very basic facilities, sub-standard level of maintenance, pricey food and poor to average level of service.

    The location, size of the beach house with great balcony and view. also great Japanese menu.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing that really bothered us.

    Proximity to airport and good snorkeling spots. Cleanliness and daily housekeeping. Very friendly and informative hosts.Perfect for couples. Excellent restaurant with beach bar. Some good live performers on selected nights. Will definitely stay there again.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2022

    7.0
    we enjoyed our stay at castaways
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything was good

    the beach house was great for our family to be able to be together in one space

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Health & Safety are key concerns in NZ. Restaurant flooring potentially hazardous due to plank unevenness and low lighting levels in evenings (almost tripped several times). Disappointed with 3.5% added for credit card payment that seems quite common in Raro.

    Pool was good albeit modest in size. Breakfast Fine. Room cleaned frequently - thanks. Welcome package of water & milk. Hot water on tap as solar switched on for us prior to arrival

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2022

    9.0
    highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    main bar manager was not that friendly no customer service

    excellent location, cleanliness, food, no rooster’s 😁 happy hour , friendly and helpful

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2022

    8.0
    A happy, comfortable resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers were slippery in the units. The units were a bit small.

    An excellent supply of everything imaginable. Lots of fresh fruit. We had the complimentary breakfast which was more than ample. Nice open-air but covered dining with lovely sea views. ALL the staff were friendly and happy. The king beds were fabulous for us oldies. The units were spotless Loved the poolside units.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2022

    7.0
    We had a lovely holiday despite the damage to the rental car.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The parking area beside the complex was not very good. Most of the time the light there wasn't on, the ground was uneven to walk from the car park into the complex through the restaurant area. Worst of all was the concrete area where we tried to park the car on. Some of the concrete was broken and lifted up under the wheel, thus damaging the rental car. My husband was not very happy with the receptionists reaction when she told him that she herself wouldn't park there!

    We were very satisfied with the breakfast and our room was lovely. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2022

    9.0
    Had a wonderful stay, would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Not a major issue the Wifi hotspot was a bit hit and miss. However we were able to hotspot from the Friendly mart across the road.

    Ocean view studio - comfortable bed, good shower and self catering (which we did not use). We overlooked Wilsons Bar which was fine as it closed down at a reasonable hour and had the advantage of eating on our deck if the restaurant was fully booked (which it often was). The food was great could not fault it. Enjoyed watching the whales at breakfast time. Staff were amazing and very friendly nothing was any trouble.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool was a bit cold so we didn't use it. However the weather wasn't great for swimming most of the time.

    The location is great and so close to the beach. Staff and food were great.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2022

    8.0
    Nice stay with a great restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit pricey but that’s probably a trend around the island.

    Great location specially with the eastern strong winds. Good food at the beach side restaurant and great environment during dinner time.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2022

    8.0
    Good location and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast very average. Need more choices. Tv poor reception but this is cooks. Surprisingly no shuttle to and from airport. Worse aspect of stay was noisy dogs at night and dogs hanging around bar.

    Good location and ambience. Friendly staff. In house restaurant and bar.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2022

    7.0
    We really enjoyed our stay, staff were fabulous, restaurant food was excellent with loads of choice, room was clean &
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast lacked much choice & coffees were extra $ Noisy at night in front rooms, traffic & dogs!

    Clean & comfortable room with good A/C Restaurant and Bar were excellent Staff were fantastic Location was lovely

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2022

    8.0
    Thank you for the pleasant stay 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dishes and cuttlery need to be cleaned a bit better. Bathroom needs to be upgraded so water doesn't splatter everywhere as can become hazardous for falls if not drained/dried properly.

    The hotel management (owners), front reception and kitchen staff were a pleasure to deal with. Very helpful and accomodating. Location was amazing and we were lucky to see some of the best sunsets and prettiest of night sky we have ever seen. Loved our villa and conveinece of it.

    Stayed in July 2022

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