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The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

3.0 star property
Salt air and outdoor pool, near Aroa Beach

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Cabana | View from room
Garden View | Private kitchenette | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments on Arorangi's shores offer a peaceful getaway. Guests enjoy the pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. Convenient car rentals make exploring easy. Amenities include dry cleaning/laundry, in-room WiFi, and a cozy library.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Room options

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Cabana | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Cabana

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Pool View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Avarua, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Puaikura Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Aroa Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Black Rock - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Muri Beach - 15 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vinyl Revival - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Hotel near Aroa Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library at The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, bicycle parking, and scooter rentals
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as separate sitting areas, as well as perks like WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and kitchenettes

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 30 for 15 minutes)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 30 for 15 minutes)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 95
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 95

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
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
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 65.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 30 (for 15 minutes, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 30 (for 15 minutes, rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 60 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 30 (roundtrip), (from 5 to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 95 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 95 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 65.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2905463

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Puaikura
Puaikura Reef
Puaikura Reef Lodges
Puaikura Reef Lodges Rarotonga
Puaikura Reef Rarotonga
Black Pearl Puaikura Hotel Rarotonga
Black Pearl Puaikura Hotel
Black Pearl Puaikura Rarotonga
Black Pearl Puaikura
Black Pearl Puaikura Resort Rarotonga
Black Pearl Puaikura Resort
The Black Pearl At Puaikura Rarotonga
Puaikura Reef Hotel Arorangi
The Black Pearl at Puaikura
The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments Hotel
The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments Rarotonga
The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Does The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 95 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 95 (subject to availability).

Does The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments 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 Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Arorangi hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Puaikura Beach and Aroa Beach. Cocoputt and Highland Paradise Cultural Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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