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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4.0 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Wigmore's Waterfall

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe Beachside Suite | Terrace/patio
2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite | View from room
2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Deluxe Beachside Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Gym

Room options

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2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin 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
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Resort view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin 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
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Resort view
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

4-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Beach view
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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View from room

4-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Resort view
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Beachfront Room

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Beachfront Suite

Highlights

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

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

2-Bedroom Beachside Suite

Highlights

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

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

3-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Beach view
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Terrace/patio

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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
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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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

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

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

2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Beachside Suite

Highlights

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

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Grand Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Grand Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
  • Ocean view
  • 103 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Courtyard view

Honeymoon Pool & Spa Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
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

Furnished patio
Yard
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 neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Muri Night Markets - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Muri Beach - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

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

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

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Aroa Beach
Located close to Wigmore's Waterfall, The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium provides a poolside bar, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and free beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like beach volleyball, kayaking, and snorkeling. 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 like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the family-friendly amenities and helpful staff
Room features
All 104 individually decorated rooms feature perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like 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 hair dryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, eco-friendly cleaning products, and refrigerators

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 transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 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
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,306 square feet 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

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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 organized 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 provided

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
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 28 for adults and 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 (roundtrip)
  • 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
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
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 elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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?

Check-out 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).

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 435 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

10/10

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Grounds and beach were fabulous. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10

Everything you needed for a memorable holiday
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10

Excellent family stay. Brilliant for snorkelling and the staff were all fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Always enjoy our stay. Kids love it too especially the buffet and swimming gear. Super friendly staff. See you next time!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

We had a great room, spacious, comfy bed, big bathroom & lounge area & private outdoor deck. The lagoon is great for a relaxing vacation. You can sunbathe, snorkel. kayak, swim and hang out with the friendly resort dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

We enjoyed the interconnected rooms as a family of 4. Staff are always friendly and accommodating. Breakfast selection of hot and continental was great. Pool area always clean, amazing beach for swimming and snorkeling
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Nice resort, a bit dated, friendly staff, good menu. Sister resort is adults only with nice pool area and good restaurant.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great stay and exemplary staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Definitely skewd towards young families and retired couples. The resort is very much the same as it was when I first stayed there 20 years ago so perhaps could benefit from a refresh. Some staff were outstanding and some only good. Only criticism is the room cleaning staff start very early and as our room was located near the cleaning supply room, we were woken several times very early in the morning (5.30am - 6.00am). The cleaning team were cheerful, so were laughing and such, however the rooms are not very sound proof. We loved the lagoon and snorkelled there a lot. We even saw 3 different turtles just off the beach right in front of the resort. A magical spot!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10

The Raratongan Resort was amazing! The snorkeling was some of the best anywhere-hundreds of fish (including so many nurseries with babies), lots of coral, many, many eels, and turtles; the beach was beautiful; the staff and activities were terrific; the room was wonderful; and the breakfast buffet was the best I've ever had anywhere! What a paradise!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Staff are lovely and the apartment we stayed in was just a few steps from the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Perfect location. The corals are stunning and the ammount of fish all sizes and colours...perfect to relax. However the hotel is outdated...very old.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Beautiful resort to stay, all staff very friendly and helpful. Recommend this resort to all
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The Rarotonga Beach Resort is the place to be on the island. We enjoyed 8 days at this lovely destination. The staff were like family to us. Definitely we would return to this resort. The resort is older, but the staff were quick to fix anything that came up. The grounds were well kept and the rooms were above expectations. We are sad to leave and hope to be back as soon as possible.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

The hotel is nice, the staff are hospitable, and the resort activities, such as kayaking and snorkeling, are really fun. However, there is no hairbrush, toothbrush, or slippers in the room, and you have to buy them, which is inconvenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Friendly staff great service
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Beautiful location and staff are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

A truly fabulous location for families. Incredible staff. We loved our stay at the Rarotongan!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

All the staff were unique, hard working, kind and friendly. The complex seemed to have a shortage of staff but they were my best excellent part of my whole trip.Laundry facilities needs updating and needs more washing machines and dryers as waiting time for a machine was terrible. I will come back to that Resort.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Lovely friendly staff, amazing snorkeling from the beach, Beautiful keep grounds.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Nice place. Good for family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Had entertainment for adults n kids
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

The resort was welcoming and had a great family vibe to it. Everyone was friendly only negative the wifi is not very good but that's very minor. Every thing else was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024