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Reviews of Castaway Resort 3 stars

Arorangi Beach Main Beach Road,Arorangi, Arorangi, 0000 Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#104 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga

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Review score

Based on 318 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was tired

    Location and staff. Wait staff we excellent

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    8.0
    Fantastic location , felt so private
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    great location and beachside bar was amazing. private and cosy. great cultural show. lovely staf

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    Great resort - our view and location to the water was excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was a little tired and needs some general maintenance, but great value for money.

    Even though our unit was a bit tired, the location to the water and view was fabulous. The staff, bar and resturant were also really good and so convenient. Continental breakfast provided in the rooms every 3 days made mornings simple, we brought eggs and added to it. Would definitely return again!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    8.0
    I was very happy and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Difficult to swim

    Proximity to the sea beach

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    7.0
    The facilities outside of the rooms were great and the rooms were functional the staff were fab especially the lovely r
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are a bit tired and could do with a refresh. The joinery and bedside drawers stuck, the locks were fiddly, there were cracks in bathroom tiles and the shower head height was not adjustable

    The bar and restaurant and proximity to the beach all good

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    7.0
    really enjoyed it and would consider staying again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    the house is aging so naturally things are less than new, but as a 3.5 star property it was good value

    The beach house was separate from the resort and was thereforee private and quiet the beach itself was in the back of the house and was quite private the bar/restaurant attached to the resort was 2 minutes walk next door breakfast was continental and was provided on a 2/3 day basis with bread, milk or cereal replaced on request bedrooms were large and beds were comfortable

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2025

    7.0
    Quiet and calm atmosphere at this accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough storage space in the room for clothing and no inside table. Needs chairs inside that are more comfortable. The "Ocean view" was more of a ocean glimpse, you could see the ocean, however, you could see it a little through the trees, but I was expecting more of a view than it had. This is NOT an ocean view like you would think it would be. WIFI was not great either, very difficult to connect.

    Great that it is right by the beach with a great restaurant and bar. Very helpful and friendly staff as well. Good to have a kitchenette to use while there too. Breakfast consisted of a whole box of cereal, milk, small amount of fruit, fruit juice and a whole loaf of bread. Extra items were available upon request too.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    7.0
    A beautiful location, nice and cozy but let down by an underwhelming breakfast experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    we had a consistent struggle with the internet connection. It was frustrating having to go to the beach every time we needed access. Including reliable Wi-Fi as part of the standard service would definitely improve the guest experience and likely attract more customers. We were also disappointed with the breakfast. When we booked, it was advertised as included, and our kids were excited about the idea of a daily breakfast experience. However, on arrival, we received a slip in the room stating it wasn’t a buffet, but a basket of breakfast items (bread, butter, jam, juice, etc.) delivered to the room. This wasn’t what we expected, for a family-friendly resort, this could be improved.

    We really liked the property’s location, beautiful sun setting and easy access to the beach. Staff was really friendly and helpful. We liked the gestures of help every time we interacted with them, and it was lovely staying and meeting people there.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sunloungers aren't comfortable and don't come with an umbrella.

    Good value for money.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had to ask for hot water to be boosted daily

    Staff awesome, cocktails great and food delicious. Great beach and pool. Accommodation was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    8.0
    Excellent place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The reasturant, the quiet, the beach, the view from our upstairs room.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    9.0
    Very relaxing few days
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The Internet was appalling.

    Beautiful location and very comfortable room

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit of doggy doos around the place. Beach was a bit rocky but still swimable.

    Staff were awesome and good to have a laugh with. Our room was just the right size for us. Nice and contained and just a couple of steps away from the bar and beach😀 would definitely stay again. Awesome team!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Could have wifi at room The BBQ facility not in working order One Kayak with broken paddle

    Lovely restaurant on site Beautiful beach and sunset

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2025

    8.0
    A great stay and would recommend it to others
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No airport transfers No early check in

    Our room had a lovely balcony with a view over the ocean The Restaurant had great food and entertainment, and had tables on the beach The staff were really friendly and helpful - they even organised a small cake for Mt birthday with my name written on it The rooms had a very handy kitchen, and house keeping delivered breakfast staples every morning Able to organise taxi pick up through reception

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    7.0
    Overalll good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little lacking in some areas such as no cushioning on the beach beds. First night was windy and a door constantly banged all night. I fixed it the next day with some wood I found

    Great location. Lovely staff.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    8.0
    Nice place for the money and lovely staff and great bar on beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Location and staff

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2025

    7.0
    Because the weather wasn't as expected of a tropical island the resort didn't offer any comfort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    We felt that the resort was tired, the photos appeared to be of a time long ago and some investment was needed.

    The staff were awesome, the food was great and the bed was comfortable. The room service was good too.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was an issue onsite half the time.

    Was a nicely decorated room. That had everything we needed.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2025

    8.0
    So friendly and eager to help. Everthing is easy
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Staff are wonderful

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    8.0
    We genuinely enjoyed our time here and would happily return. Highly recommended for a relaxing, beau
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    If we had to mention any small critiques, it would be that a few of the stairs looked a bit worn and made me a little nervous (as someone on the heavier side), and the couch in our unit showed signs of being well-loved over time (maybe a new cover?). That said, these were very minor observations and didn’t detract from the overall experience.

    Our stay at Castaway Resort was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The location is stunning, with the beach - definitely the highlight was just steps away from both the restaurant and the accommodation. The swimming pool was great too for relaxing in between exploring the island. The staff were friendly and very helpful with confirming some of our activities. Between the three of us—who can be a hard group to impress—Castaway still managed to deliver a wonderful stay. Breakfast - Thankyou.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    8.0
    Life is a beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beach is pretty rocky, with a noticeable current. Dogs barking in the night did disturb me a few times while trying to sleep.

    I had a studio with an ocean view, which was great. It was attractively decorated and comfortable. The breakfast basket suited me just fine.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    7.0
    Unfortunately we got a stomach bug from water or food poisoning of which mine lasted for a week so r
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Over all the resort is becoming dated and old style but what we wanted

    The position was perfect for sunsets the breakfast was ok and the room was good clean and bright.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2025

    9.0
    great location, friendly people and nice resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the curtain didn’t fully close so if we were getting dressed we had to be super careful where we stood

    they let us check in early which was helpful, the breakfast had variety, easy to make friends with others in the resort, and the beach

    Stayed in March 2025

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