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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Aroa Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Grand Suite, Beachfront | Beach
Deluxe Beachfront Suite | View from room
Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers
2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Internet access

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Internet in the lobby
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness centre
  • Free beach cabanas

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Microwave
  • Cable/satellite TV service
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Room options

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2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite

2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Beachside Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

3-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Fridge
HDTV
Fan
3 bedrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Single Bunk Beds

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4-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Fridge
HDTV
Fan
4 bedrooms
  • 120 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Single Bunk Beds

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4-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Fridge
HDTV
Fan
4 bedrooms
  • 120 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Beachfront Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 50 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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2-Bedroom Beachside Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
  • 80 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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3-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Fridge
HDTV
Fan
3 bedrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Terrace/patio

3-Bedroom Private Pool & Spa Villa (Lime Blossom)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 900 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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2-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Fan
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Beachside Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 50 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Grand Beachfront Suite

Grand Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 103 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Courtyard view

Honeymoon Pool & Spa Bungalow

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

3-Bedroom Private Pool Villa (Onemaru)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 770 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds

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About the area

Map
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Punanga Nui Market - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Muri Night Markets - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Muri Beach - 17 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sails Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach massages and volleyball, plus you'll have access to on-site snorkelling and kayaking. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness centre and an outdoor tennis court. Captain Andys Bar & Grill, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There's a free kid's club and a poolside bar, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and family-friendly amenities.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 104 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Up to 17 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi and wired internet access in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free off-site parking within 66 ft
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Off-site

    • Shopping centre shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Trampoline
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Baby bath

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Tennis
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Karaoke
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4306 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 12 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1977
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Bike parking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Captain Andys Bar & Grill – This beachfront restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Te Vaka Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and only serves breakfast. Reservations are required. Open daily.
On-site venue No. 5 – bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for NZD 10 per day (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for NZD 10 (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for NZD 18 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 28 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 60 per person (return)
  • Shopping centre shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Rarotongan Beach Resort
Rarotongan Beach Resort Lagoonarium
Resort Lagoonarium
Rarotongan Beach Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort Spa
The Rarotongan & Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Hotel
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Rarotonga
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 60 per person return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, snorkelling and volleyball and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and a fitness centre. The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, local and international cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium like?
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium is located on the waterfront in Arorangi, a short 12-minute walk from Cocoputt and 3 minutes' walk from Aroa Beach.

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Beautiful beach and snorkelling
Beautiful beach and snorkelling. Only negative thing is that there is no free wifi considering the cost. And the $20 only lasts 2 days even when only on WhatsApp.
Sara, 6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

8-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Photos can lie
This property is old and VERY tired. I wouldn't recommend it if you are looking for a fancy resort-style holiday. Its location is amazing, but the facilities are very dated and in urgent need of refreshing to be able to claim to be a resort. I would honestly look at other smaller properties for a better experience. The Staff are generally rude and not interested in their roles. Don't let the photos fool you, it's not as nice as it looks. But the Beach and swimming are. Glad we only stayed 1 night
MATTHEW, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was so much fun for the whole family
Norah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It is a shoddy hotel located in a fantastic location. Decadent, would need a renovation, with poor quality forniture. Good for families and kids, less for couple. For sure not a 4stars hotel.
Maurizio, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Not what we were expecting it desperately needs renovation
Louise, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Unique for large groups. Great staff
Daryl, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Too many children
Andrew, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything you need to enjoy Rarotonga is a your finger tips, The lagoon is breathtaking with full equipment to use to enjoy your water activities, The Staff are wonderful and Mama Loata went the extra mile and beyond to make our wedding anniversary a very memorable one, Great friendly service from all the staff, We will definitely be returning to this resort, The rooms are a little dated but you don’t spend that much time in there, Bed very comfortable.
Ian, 9-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Decor needed updating, outdoor cushion would be great. BUT a great place to relax, very family friendly. The team and service - awesome, couldnt do enough for us. Facilities awesome - a one stop shop for a holiday- didnt really need to leave resort
Robyn, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location and staff are amazing.
Emma, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wayne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Right on the water
Dean, 9-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

On arrival the front desk staff handed over our keys to what we thought was our room for our seven night stay. The next morning we were told to move rooms as they had given us an upgraded room as the room we should have been given was unavailable. We were told to repack our belongings and notify the desk who would move our belongings at a later time as our room was not available. Very poor communication and they didn't seem to be bothered about the inconvenience it caused. This was disappointing as once repacked we did not have access to our belongings till much later in the day. This effectively robbed us of a day of our holiday. Beware of the WI FI which is sub par. Front desk staff recommends a snap shot of the log in password is taken due to the WI FI frequently dropping out. Unfortunately the password only displays for a nanosecond making a snap shot impossible. More money disappearing into the cosmos. Room had thin walls which required a call to the front desk for security to curb the party going on next door at midnight.
Nigel, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely friendly staff, amazing snorkeling from the beach, Beautiful keep grounds.
Kelly, 8-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Property was on a gorgeous beach with great snorkeling. Staff was nice but property is pretty run down for the price. Food was very average so be sure to explore outside the resort. Liked the nightly entertainment.
Erin, 2-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

A good place to base yourself while in Rarotonga. You have everything you need right on your doorstep. Staff were friendly and accommodating but service can be a little slow at times. It wasn't a deal breaker however!
Brendan Carl, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

krish, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A quiet place to relax. Friendly, helpful staff. Lovely beach, safe to swim.
Peter, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Likes: beach was beautiful and swimmable with lots of colorful fish and coral. Good amount of lounge chairs for guests. Dislikes: separated our families even though we bought the 4 interconnected suites, cranes on the beach doing beach construction was actually shortening the beach access and making it steeper, construction hazards near the restaurant bar, billiard tables in pretty bad shape, parking areas have lots of big potholes, tennis rackets had tattered grips that turned hands black.
Anthony, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Property location was beautiful on the beach. Staff very helpful and friendly. Only slight downfall was food was ok but not a stand out. However plenty options nearby for dinner and lunch. Highly recommend especially seemed to be very well catered for children.
Ian, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Our check in time was scheduled for 3.00pm. On arrival the receptionist told us that our room was not ready and that we would need to wait. The room because available at 4.00pm and was not what we had booked. Luckily a lovely young Fijian receptionist took care of us and ensured that we were compensated for the wait and the inconvenience. Good for families.
Rangimarie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Jodie, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Definitely not worth the money. Very understaffed and the breakfast was so disappointing. The first and only night we ordered from the restaurant took almost 2 hours to get our food and it wasn't nice at all. The resort toilets were disgusting and hardly ever cleaned! Unfortunately we won't be back.
Aleesha, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall was a nice stay, best snorkelling spot. Room was basic but enough for what we required. The restaurant really needs new management. Very slow service, our meals took an hour and the food was average - staff were friendly though. The daily activities were a cool option to have, enjoyed the coconut show and the crab hunt.
Elise, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review