Ara Tapu Kiikii West, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#123 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 926 hotel reviews
7.5Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Location
8.5
Facilities
7.3
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Free Wifi
6.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 8, 2025
Damian
New ZealandGreat value for money
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 7, 2025
Toni
AustraliaThe sea view room was excellent. The Wi Fi was a bonus and Netflix as well!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 6, 2025
Jakub
New ZealandIt was supposed to have two single beds, but had one big bed instead. The shower had cold water. Not a big deal.
We arrived very late, and this accommodation was just what we needed for a necessary overnight stay before our early morning transfer to Aitutaki. It was a quick stay, but it had everything required.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 3, 2025
Kaleena
New ZealandThe rooms are very old and def need upgrades .
It was what we paid for. Good budget accomodation
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 2, 2025
Scullion
New ZealandNice place, a little bit dated.
nice views.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 2, 2025
Jenny
New ZealandThe kitchen and bathroom facilities were kept clean by staff but were old and dated. We didn't use the cooking facilities as we ate out at night. The breakfasts we booked were generous and healthy - cereal, lots of beautiful fruits, and toast with spreads.
Breakfast. Beds were great. Pool was lovely and kept very tidy by staff. The beach is really only accessible to people who can manage rocks to get to the water. Views with sunrises and sunsets (and some whales!) were wonderful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Steven
United StatesA bit far from town but only an issue because I was there for one night.
Very spacious room. Comfy beds, lots of power outlets, a swimming pool, a convenience store within half a kilometre.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Isajadin
New ZealandNo view from the room, which was really outdated and not super clean. We were expecting to be able to cook for ourselves but the stove was so rusty we didn't dare using it. And the cooking equipment was pretty poor as well. Yhe shower was leaking. The nights were really noisy, and the lack of curtains didn't help us to sleep well either.
Welcoming and helpful staff, beautiful garden and swimming pool with stunning view on the ocean. Good place to spot whales. Also pretty close to shops and to town. Beside a bus stop. Good size room.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Kai
BangladeshThe breakfast could be more varied. May be more attention to getting rid of vermin’s, as I found a dead cockroach under the hand basin
Good location, with the beach just behind
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Sally
New ZealandNA
The staff were friendly and helpful 😊🙏. The facilities were clean and tidy. We enjoyed the pool. There was cooked or continental breakfast available each morning. I couldn’t find a laundry but didn’t ask. Can catch the buses just outside. There’s a convenience store and resort bar for evening dinning just along the road. We were very happy with our stay 🙏
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Carlos
AustraliaNice location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 29, 2025
Anastasiya
UkraineNot a super new accommodation but in good condition. we saw different types of building on the territory, maybe some are newer then others. Enjoyed our stay
Fantastic location, were watching whales in the eve and at breakfast. Stayed for only one night, the accommodation is basic and simple but had all we needed.. the view was great!!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 29, 2025
Sineth
New ZealandNo issues. A bit outdated, but for the price they charged, I think it's worth it.
Nice beach view. Safe and family-friendly. A quiet place, close to the airport and 24-hour shops. The staff is friendly. Enough space and beds in the family room ( double bed, 1 bunk bed with 2 sleeps, and 1 single bed ). No mosquito issues as they covered all the windows with nets. Full kitchen facilities. Indra was very helpful with selecting a room for us.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 29, 2025
Karyn
New ZealandThe bed was comfortable but no comfy sofa. No hairdryer or shampoo and conditioner.
Kiikii, whilst an older establishment was clean, great staff, great pool and excellent breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Gavin
AustraliaViews
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Lydia
AustraliaIt’s tired and needs a makeover.
Value and oceanfront.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 25, 2025
Nikki
New Zealandfurniture not overly comfortable and a bit dated but ok for price.
Good location and price. Used the room for the afternoon while we waited for our flight. Watched whales from our balcony. had good size pool too.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 21, 2025
Anne
New ZealandThe unit was very tired. Cupboard doors wouldn't close. Insufficient lighting, eventually found a light switch behind the fridge. Lots of louvre windows but 90% unable to be closed. I had booked a shuttle to the airport when booking, reconfirmed when booking in. Shuttle did not arrive. It would be useful for there to be mention on the website that the water is undrinkable and need to bring your own. There were more modern looking units that may have been truer to the photos.
Conveniently on the bus route. The pool and area around looked nice, I didnt get to use it thought. My unit and bedding was very clean. A nice area to sit and watch the whales passing and easy access to the rocky shore.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Kez
AustraliaHot water service broke down cold showers for a couple of nights
View overlooking the ocean and pool. Great whale watching.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 19, 2025
Jessica
New ZealandClean and quiet. We were only staying one night - it had all we needed
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 19, 2025
Jacinta
New ZealandRoom didn’t get service 2nd day. WiFi was not great. Room very old and tired and we had few little lizards going thru rubbish in kitchen.
Great location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 17, 2025
Kaiserdays
New ZealandLounge bed was on wheels and kept rolling around when turning in your sleep Car park outside unit was always taken by other people (need accessibility for someone that wouldn't walk far) I also saw another lady who's parking was taken and was out of breath walking from carpark to her room Could use a few more utensils - (couldn't flip my eggs) lol
We were in the family room, good size, bedding was ok, Price wise for stay was really good for our budget loved that we could do a early and later check out due to crazy flights times
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 16, 2025
Nikki
AustraliaExceptional location, right on the beach. Rooms were positioned around a central pool. Staff were friendly and helpful. They kindly let us store bags on location as our plane landed in the morning but check in wasn't until the afternoon. The beach wouldn't be suitable for walking or swimming but was exceptional for photography, especially at sunset.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 13, 2025
Nelson
New ZealandJust the parking! Lol
Everything! We come in with a big family so it was very accommodating to us. Kids enjoyed kiikii, being able to have swims in the pool if we didnt go to the beach. Shops are close by, also being able to cook in our room instead of eating out everyday! Staff was really nice, respectful and accommodating. Definitely worth the stay! Pretty much exceeded our expectations tbh given the reviews.
Stayed in August 2025
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