The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4.0 star property
Hotel with private beach and full-service spa
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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Reception
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Reception
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Overview of The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The price is NZ$237
Price available on 20/3/2024

Explore the area

Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
  • Popular LocationAroa Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPuaikura Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationShipwreck Hut19 min walk
  • Popular LocationVaima Restaurant & Bar3 min drive
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Room options

2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Beachside Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

  • 90 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Single Bunk Beds

4-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

  • 120 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Single Bunk Beds

4-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

  • 120 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Single Bunk Beds

Beachfront Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Deluxe Suite, Beachfront

  • 50 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside

  • 80 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

3-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

  • 90 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Single Bunk Beds

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Pool & Spa Villa Lime Blossom)

  • 900 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Beachfront

  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Beachside

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Suite, Beachside

  • 50 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Grand Suite, Beachfront

  • 103 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Bungalow

  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Onemaru)

  • 770 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds

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About the area

Rarotonga

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium is located in Arorangi, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga, and is near the airport and on a private beach. Punanga Nui Market and Muri Night Markets are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Aroa Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall. Te Vara Nui Village is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 3 min walk
  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 6 min drive
  • Punanga Nui Market - 12 min drive
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 13 min drive
  • Muri Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palace Takeaway - 13 min drive
  • Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 14 min drive
  • Rarotonga Brewery - 10 min drive
  • Kai & Co - 13 min drive
  • Shipwreck Hut - 19 min walk

About this property

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Aroa Beach
Located close to Wigmore's Waterfall, The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium provides a poolside bar, a corner/local shop and a terrace. With a private beach, beachfront dining and free beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a facial, a sports massage or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Enjoy local and international cuisine, a poolside location, and ocean views at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as volleyball, snorkelling and kayaking. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a garden.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Swimming pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An outdoor pool, express check-out and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 104 individually decorated rooms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as air conditioning and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baby baths and childcare services
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, eco-friendly cleaning products and fridges

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10 per day)
  • In-room WiFi has a 2-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 10 per day); wired internet (surcharge)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 2-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 20 metres
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 28 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Captain Andys Bar & Grill
  • Te Vaka Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4,306 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1977
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
17 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 28 for adults and from NZD 16 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 10 per day (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 10 per day (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: NZD 18 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 60 per person (return)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub

Frequently asked questions

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

As of 19 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium on 20 Mar 2024 start from NZ$237.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 60 per person applies.

Where is The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium located?

Nestled on the beach, this Arorangi hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Aroa Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall. Muri Night Markets and Te Vara Nui Village are also within 9 mi (15 km).

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 336 reviews" "

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

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with family
Food was not fresh- buns for burgers were stale. They ran out of salads early on and never got new supplies in. Eating out was a lot cheaper and fresher. Room and pool was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed that if it rained you could go anywhere on the property without getting wet. Lots of things to do. Great layout and nice pool. Able to see lots of fish from the dining area.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Cheyney

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great for kids. Didn’t love the food but otherwise recommended for families and people who like to snorkel. The snorkelling out the front is unreal!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael Campbell

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Snorkelling was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel needs alot of upgrade, this rarotongan hotel is not lively, it needs to be the same hotel back in 2002. This hotel was the best back then, my brother and his wife had their honeymoon there in 2002. And it was the best hotel ive visited as a local. But now is not the same experience. You need to up your game, be more like edgewater resort.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heaven-lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Thourougly enjoyed ever minute
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location right on the lagoon which has many fish species that are rarely seen. Loved the snorkeling! Our 2 bedroom apartment did not have ac in the rooms, just the corridor- my friend slept in the living room. Also Wi-Fi has to be purchased but I think that’s true of all hotels in the Cooks. Nice food and great views!! I’d recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front of house staff made our family holiday exceed all expectations. By the end of the trip, it felt like a few of the staff were practically family. Meli, Aisake, and Aquila were excellent with our children and made them feel right at home. 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beach was great. Food in hotel is below mediocre. Breakfast that its included with stay the worst. I ended up trying different "paid" options.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024