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Reviews of Vaima Beachfront Apartments

Vaimaanga Road, Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#26 of 126 hotels in Rarotonga

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Review score

Based on 65 apartment reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The only thing that was different is that the apartment was never serviced during out stay so could have had more soap/tea/coffee. It would have been good to have body wash and shampoo available too (Maybe in those sustainable bottles that are attached to the shower like hotels have). They could have had more children's sizes for life jackets and flippers. However everything else was so good, we didn't mind - this comment is more to prepare people to bring these things with you if you can, not a complaint. Also a roller blind would have been good in the main bedroom.

    Absolutely fabulous location right in front of a beautiful safe beach, perfect for swimming and snorkelling. We have two teenagers and so the two bedrooms were great, even though in a block of 4 apartments it was quiet and private. The master bedroom had a fantastic view as did the lounge. Internet was good, large shower and we never ran out of hot water. It was easy to get the keys when arriving at the apartment and easy to get the damage deposit back. There is a free laundry with washing machine, drying racks and dryer. Kayaks and life jackets were available, although large sizes. The apartment is not large but just like in the photos so there are no surprises. It was a minute walk to a local store and one of the best restaurants on the Island, Vaima Restaurant - the pizzas are very good and it's right on the beach! I would 100% recommend this apartment for anybody who values a fantastic view and being able to step right into a beautiful and safe beach from your apartment. The location is a huge highlight of this apartment!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Modern, very clean appartement right on the best beach!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Outstanding location, right on Rarotonga's best beach

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have been nice to have some basic items in the apartment like salt pepper. However there is a shop next door so it was not an issue.

    The location was amazing. The place had everything we needed. The beach out the back is amazing.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    10
    Relaxing stay sorry to have to leave
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    A noisy Gecko in the aircon in front bedroom kept us up at night 😂

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We seemed to be located on the windy side of the island

    Nice apartment, fresh bedding, loved being near the community hall and hearing the singing most evenings.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    9.0
    Great place for families not wanting to stay in a resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fabulous location, great swimming/snorkelling Close to supermarket

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    9.0
    Loved our stay in Rarotonga everything would have been perfect, if the wind had been a bit kinder.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 9 nights

    The communications with Kym and Ricky were excellent, with clear instructions given prior to arrival, which made finding the accommodation very easy. We loved everything about the accommodation, lying in bed in the morning and being able to see the beach, sitting out on the deck enjoying the beautiful view, with the added benefit of being sheltered and protected from the wind and while there were days when it was very windy on the beach, sitting on the deck was always nice and protected. We stayed in Unit 2 upstairs, and when first told this was where we would be staying, I was a little disappointed as I had my heart set on a ground floor apartment. This disappointment didn't last, we loved being upstairs and we loved the privacy of this unit, would highly recommend for any couples staying and the ground floor ideal for those staying with young children. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and loved coming back each day and walking through the door to be greeted with the most fabulous view, especially loved how the doors folded back giving an uninterrupted view when inside. An added bonus was the supermarket for any supplies being within close proximity, with I'm sure what was the best value ice cream cones on the island.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Needs grass and plants on the beach side of the property to act as a wind break for the sand. Walking out onto gravel then onto pristine sand didn't seem right!

    Location. Right on the beach with fantastic views of the lagoon and close to the shop.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    9.0
    Rarotonga at its best
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 9 nights

    probably more plates and glasses for guests with families would help

    on one of Raro's best beaches , with amazing views of the lagoon . Wifi is super fast .

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    9.0
    Perfectly positioned for beach bliss!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Whilst generally clean..some cups and bowls were still dirty, and bathroom needs a bit of a deep clean around skirtings etc. Toilet seat needs repair as it was coming off and wonky. I didnt love the lack of curtains in bedroom (has sheers) but thats just me..i do understand that it wasnt a busy beachfront but i didn't feel comfortable with lights on at night

    Absolutely amazing location, only a few steps to the beach which was amazing. Loved using the kayaks and amazing snorkelling right at your doorstep. Air conditioning was a bonus on muggy nights and kitchen was fully equipped allowing us to cook meals in house. Kim was very kind as to let us have a couple of extra hours before check out as we had a late flight

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    10
    Had a lovely time here! Hosts were very accomodating. Beautiful property right on the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Loved that it was beach front and not too busy! Had the beach to ourselves.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    9.0
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location is unbeatable

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    9.0
    Very relaxing and easy place to have a holiday.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was all good.

    The appartments are right on the beach. The beach is beautiful and quiet with coral heads and lots of fish the discover. The snorkelling gear and kayaks were great. Having the shop across the road meant we could get supplies. The cafe is friendly and nice also. Great stay for our family.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 15 nights

    Shifting stones in car park would give better turning .

    Clean central ,comfortable, good drinking water ,good swimming and swimming gear.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    We totally would recommend these apartments we had two young children in the upstairs apartment an getting up an down st
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only little things Blood on the duvet . Otherwise nice an clean apartment The 2 year old broke the glass top of outdoor table it’s not stuck on so next time I would take it off . People with family below had the same concern . But really easy things to sort .

    Right on the beach🏝️ Views are just stunning . Whales to watch . 🐳 Children 2 years an 10 months loved the chickens great entertainment . Kayaks handy an fun to go out on . Laundry room brilliant especially with little ones .

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    10
    Had a fantastic time here , so glad I chose this apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Couldn’t fault it.

    Great location for us as we had family staying around the corner. We had a car so easy to get around. Great place and will definitely stay here again. Great having wigmores handy. Lovely clean apartment.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    The most perfect apartment, with the most perfect view, in the most perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We cannot pin point anything.

    Vaima beachfront apartments were absolutely perfect for our holiday and we cannot wait to be back. It was our first overseas trip away with our baby and they made us feel like we had a home away from home. It was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The location couldn’t be better… the snorkeling out the front door was amazing and the shop across the road was easy walking distance for anyone. The apartment was clean and serviced every few days and the staff were so sweet and lovely. The view from the back door was incredible and exactly how pictured. We saw so many whales as well which was so amazing. We would highly recommend Vaima beachfront apartments to anyone travelling to Rarotonga

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    9.0
    Would definitely stay again if coming back to raro
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Absolutely gorgeous. It’s secluded and far nicer than staying in any resort (we stayed in two different hotels whilst in Raro and preferred this place 10 times over). There’s access to laundry facilities if we needed. We made use of the bbq and had some fish on the porch at the beach. It was spotless & had everything we needed. And loved using the kayaks!!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    9.0
    Spacious, clean apartment, lovely beach front location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great beach front location, close to supermarket.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    10
    Beautiful tranquil rejuvenating holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect beachfront, close to 24 hr super store, clean and comfortable

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    We can't wait to come back and have recommended this VBA to many others
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The location was perfect, great snorkeling right outside the door, close to Wigmores and restaurants

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner was kind and welcoming. The rooms were very clean and had everything we needed from snorkeling masks, kayaks to washing machine and dryer.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2023

    9.0
    Great beachfront stay on the lagoon.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn't drink the tap water without boiling it. However, the hosts provided a (pre-filled) water carrier/dispenser of potable water and the 'top-up' source ("community tap") was literally next door - so more a minor inconvenience rather than a 'dislike'. Apart from that, nothing else to dislike.

    Fantastic location on the beach with great lagoon for safe snorkeling and paddling. Snorkel equipment and kayaks provided. Comfortable, well equipped apartment giving you the bbq/eat-in option - with 2 good restaurants nearby, should you not fancy washing up! Close to 24/7 supermarket should you run out of any essentials. Good, free wifi available. A real bonus was watching the hump-back whales pass by at the edge of the lagoon.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    9.0
    Excellent location with easy access to beach and great hosts who were accommodating of any requests.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Limited good local eating options nearby but fortunate that local store was handy. We didn't have a car so that would make a difference. We prefer firmer beds but are resigned to the fact that softer beds are the norm in this part of the world.

    Great place to unwind and just spend all day on the beach. Apart from trip to the Saturday market and to Muri there was no need to be anywhere else. Perfect spot for a family with kid. Everything is provided in the accommodation including snorkeling gear. Also bonus that the local super store was across the road. Well stocked with loads of GF options and even home cooked meals too. Loved being able to to get cooked cassava and taro. Coffee shop opposite super store had excellent coffee.

    Stayed in August 2023

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