Not a thing. Magic Reef is perfect

Magic Reef is self cater- though they provided a light breakfast for our first morning - fruit platter, fresh juice, toast, locally made jams and freshly ground coffee. It was amazing.

Stayed in August 2025

Loved it all!

Very clean, quiet, and friendly staff

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing - it was perfect!

Fabulous location, super friendly and helpful staff and very well appointed bungalows - luxury and very well thought out. Will be back for sure! Bonus is having cars available to hire also.

Stayed in August 2025

The water is a bit rocky directly in front so you cannot jump in for a dip.

Magic Reef is beautiful, the landscaping is lush and gorgeous and right on the water. Great for sunsets! The bungalows are perfect for a couple and we appreciated the fruit platter, juice and coffee on the first day very much.

Stayed in July 2025

Nah

Location, environment, staff

Stayed in July 2025

Amazing cabins with beautiful outdoor showers

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing. The weather was ordinary but you can’t help that. With rain and wind it was still the perfect spot to watch the waves and palm trees.

I loved the authentic decor, the outlook right in the beach, the small boutique feel and not masses of guests. Personalised help from Simone and everyone very friendly. Loved it all. Not a huge resort but a home away from home.

Stayed in July 2025

N/a

Simone was amazing with us! Sure, we will come back in the future! We would like to show this place to our family and friends! 10 of 10! Thanks everyone who are part of the team! Camila

Stayed in June 2025

Great stay. Wonderful views, quiet and lovely place. Would definitely recommend it.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing really!

Everything! We were right on the water and the bed was comfy!

Stayed in May 2025

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Nice view and comfortable room environment and items! All very good! And the staff (Jayne, David and all other staffs) are all very nice!!! I really recommend this accommodation!

Stayed in April 2025

Awesome view of the beach. Warm pool. Lovely room. Fab outside shower and bath.

Stayed in March 2025

Great location and facilities—just a few minutes' walk to two restaurants and a dairy store. The room is clean and quiet. Friendly people, beautiful beach. They offer a car rental service, which is very convenient.

Stayed in April 2025

We had the best experience at Magic Reef from the moment we arrived. Simone is very accommodating and available for all of our needs. Perfect location. Beautiful gardens. Delicious breakfast on the first day, and available to purchase each day. If/when we come back to Rarotonga we will definitely stay here again.

Stayed in April 2025

What an amazing time we had here in Rarotonga! The entire staff were so helpful and accommodating; a joy to interact with. The comfortable bungalows were stocked with all the kitchen supplies and essentials we needed (plus more!). The bathroom in our room was brand new, and felt like such a luxury. And all the seating options on the beach (hammocks, lounge chairs, bean bags, tables and chairs on the pavilion) were comfortable and added to our enjoyment while we were there. Highly recommend!

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

Beautiful property that is taking care of very well. Staff and owners are wonderful people.

Stayed in March 2025

Probably would have preferred an oven to a microwave

Fabulous layout wonderful views of the ocean. Only 12 bungalows. Wonderful pool bbq.

Stayed in March 2025

Greta location easy to get to things, right on the beach all the bungalows facing water direction is lovely with the pool in the middle. We didn’t think we would use the pool but we did a couple of times. The owners Lawrence and Simonne were super friendly and helpful, their other staff were genuinely warm. Beds and rooms were great, awesome to have kitchens to make food so don’t have to eat out all of the time, and they are well equipped. Very helpful having electric cars onsite to hire.

Stayed in February 2025

Everything was perfect

Absolutely stunning little peice of paradise! Everything was perfect for our stay! The owners and crew work hard to keep the place looking amazing. A big credit to them! Will definitely be back in the future.

Stayed in February 2025

Honestly can‘t think of anything….

Magic Reef is an amazing place, the bungalow is very clean and well equipped. The whole resort is very beautiful and proper, and has breathtaking sunsets. Lawrence and Simonne are amazing hosts and take very good care to the resort. We felt welcome from the first second and throughout the whole time there. If the Cook Islands were closer to Switzerland, I would not hesitate to go again!

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing. Didn't want to leave

Magic Reef bungalows right on the beach was an ideal holiday, just what I was looking for. Private, comfortable, environmentally conscious, clean and super relaxing. Bungalows equipped with everything you need. Fabulous hosts and helpful, along with office manager, Jayne. Communication was always prompt and helpful. Perfect place to sit on your outdoor deck, or the outdoor leisure area overlooking the beach and sea and watch the beautiful sunsets. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed in January 2025

Location and view just fabulous, friendly greetings on our arrival, welcome starter pack, fruit platter etc. was well received. Staff very friendly and helpful. Walking distance to some restaurants and who wouldn't enjoy sitting on your deck looking over the beach and ocean. Looking forward to another visit soon!

Stayed in December 2024

Mosquitos

The lot

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing

Magic Reef provided the perfect base to relax by the ocean and explore Rarotonga. Loved the bungalows, including that each had a view of the ocean. We stayed in on of the 2 bedroom bungalows and it had everything you would need. And the staff are fantastic. Would highly recommend.

Stayed in November 2024