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Reviews of Little Polynesian Resort 5 stars

Main Road, Titikaveka, Titikaveka, 000 Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#16 of 123 hotels in Rarotonga

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 96 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Perfect stay. Can’t wait to go back again and again
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Everything was exceptional.

    Everything! The rooms were spacious and modern. Felt very private. The outdoor shower was a nice touch.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    A truly relaxing and wonderful place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The hotel was beautiful view stunning, and every member of staff was so delightful. The food here was outstanding everyday. If you want to relax in a sneaky environment this is definitely the place to come to!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    All staff amazing and go beyond, accomadation idilic, view jaw dropping from every angle, snorkelling perfect for beginn
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing not to like unless you have nothing better to do in life

    The word Paradise doesn’t come close to this establishment from the moment you are greeted to the final wave goodbye you feel like you are in a magical place

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    9.0
    Bliss
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything - location - superb - food amazing

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    9.0
    Our stay in this beautiful location was very relaxing and most enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 7 nights

    If I have to make any dislikes it would be the shower wouldn't hold the selected temperature and kept going to cold - most annoying.

    The complimentary breakfast was good and plentiful. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    9.0
    Stunning resort with gorgeous views, excellent food. It did feel like paradise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Limited number of lounge chairs around the pool so if they’re all taken, there is no real place where to hang out, or even to put your towel somewhere.

    Our beach bungalow was very spacious, with stunning view of the lagoon even from our bed, lounge chairs on the deck, a direct access to the beach! Super clean too. The food at the restaurant is top level, and located near the infinity pool so the view is incredible. Staff was very lovely.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was just paradise very relaxing and the staff made us feel very special.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2023

    10
    Honeymoon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing..

    Amazing location. Bungalow was beautiful, and the fact that you can lay in bed and see the ocean is great. Staff were very friendly and super helpful. The restaurant food was really good. We will be back.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    8.0
    An upmarket hotel option on a beautiful beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not a very spacious area by the pool or anywhere else to relax apart from the room

    Very modern, clean and private room. Easy access to beautiful beach. Nice restaurant on site

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    10
    Little Poly will be our accommodation of choice in Rarotonga.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were delightful and very helpful - anticipating our ongoing travel needs. Florence in the restaurant was particularly funny and charming. The outdoor showers in each room are a particular standout.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A fabulous small resort. The staff are warm and always helpful. A beautiful location. The accomodation is excellent and the restaurant has a very high standard of food, services and drinks. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful Accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night

    Difficult to give negatives however during our stay it would be that the location is in a more windy area of the island however if you can get past that the beach and views are lovely. The dining area isn't really functional in inclement weather as the rain blows in. There is then room service available which we liked as it was warm and comfortable in our bungalow and we had a better beach view than the dining areas. Price - Quite Expensive.

    Location - beautiful, although a bit of a drive from Raratonga and on the windy side of the Island. Beautiful outlook. Accommodation - The Waterfront bungalow was beautiful and very spacious. Food - Amazing.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    Excellent resort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights

    We enjoyed a wonderful stay at Little Polynesian Resort. Our spotless, spacious, well appointed and tastefully furnished villa opened onto a terrace with comfortable beach chairs and was steps away from a sandy beach, raked daily, and the beautifully clear, warm lagoon. The view over the lagoon and out to the reef was fabulous. We dined at the restaurant every night of our stay as the food was so good and we were very impressed with the excellent personal and attentive service provided throughout the resort. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    Luxury and pampering.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Quiet, clean, adults only, fantastic staff and excellent food.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    10
    Splendid!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Absolutely nothing!

    The location is awesome. The unit was spectaculiar and just perfect for our wedding anniversary.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    10
    the resort and surrounds were idyllic. and just like being in a movie
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There was nothing at all that I did not like

    The breakfast was amazing with a fantastic selection of fruits juice cereal croissants & toast. The staff were outstanding offering assistance with everything and very friendly & courteous. It was our best holiday experience ever & we will certainly return in the not too distant future.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful Resort that lived up to the cost - apart from being charged extra for Wifi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Given the price you pay to stay here, we felt being charged to access WiFi was pretty unacceptable. Other resorts offer this for free so not sure why Little Polynesia is unable to do the same, especially when the guide in the room can only be accessed if you're online. The hotel is slightly removed from other amenities so expect to pay a minimum of $20 for a taxi even if you are travelling 2 minutes down the road, unless you're getting the bus which is good fun but only runs on the hour. Whilst the pool is incredibly picturesque, its position does mean it becomes slightly awkward for anyone wanting to go for a dip as food is served throughout the day meaning you've always got an "audience". Would prefer an iron in the room rather than having to pay for laundry service - especially when their iron was then broken.

    The staff are all very welcoming and the resort itself is beautiful with great rooms and the choice of indoor and outdoor showers. Food and drink were excellent and we enjoyed the complimentary kayaks/SUPs on the beach.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small boutique feel adults only

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    10
    Spectacular
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to leave!

    Continental breakfast was delicious each morning. All staff members were so friendly; gardeners, management, restaurant etc.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2023

    8.0
    Incredible
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was superb right on the beach. Breakfast amazing and pool was like something from a movie.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    10
    Gorgeous accommodation with friendly feel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It would have been great to have access to a spa pool or sauna as part of the facilities, but I appreciate that this may not be applicable at other times of the year in Rarotonga when the weather is warmer!

    I throughly enjoyed my stay at the Little Polynesian. It has a small, intimate feel, and is located at a beautiful part of the beach for swimming and sunbathing. I found it was the staff who made the experience particularly lovely with their friendliness and willingness to help. The food at the restaurant was also delicious, as was the breakfast, and I really enjoyed that part of my stay. There was also a range of movies available to watch for free on the television, which was nice to relax at the end of the day.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    the wind

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2023

    10
    Gorgeous!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything about The Little Polynesian is fantastic, from the friendly, capable staff to the beautiful location and very comfortable accomodation. We absolutely loved our stay and will be back!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2023

    9.0
    PARADISE with a capital P.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Bungalow
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If I had to pick something, there is an ant problem in the resort. The ants get into everything. But, nothing a bug spray won’t fix! it was an incredibly amazing property.

    Paradise on earth. This resort I would rate the best in Rarotonga. I truly have never seen a resort like this on my life. 100% will return.

    Stayed in March 2023

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