Ara Tapu Arorangi, Arorangi, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#53 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 33 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Mark
New ZealandThe property was nice and private in a great location to head either way around the island. The hosts were amazing and were able to help with any questions we had
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Ali
New ZealandGreat location. Very quiet, set back from road. Kind and attentive hosts who live next door. We felt very safe. Super comfy bed. Full kitchen perfect for self catering.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Renee
New ZealandClean, host were lovely, great little set up at the back
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 1 July 2025
Jo
New ZealandI guess the only thing I could think of was that the pillows were a little flat. Not a major though.
Easy to find, great communication. Lovely fresh sheets, comfy beds, good shower, modern fitout, no charge for aircon (unlike other places) loved the pool, super friendly hosts. Loved the friendly dogs, especially poppy who followed us everywhere.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Wayne
AustraliaThe Weather 🤣🤣 Water Pressure but probably the same on the Island
Location was great
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 25 April 2025
Leanne
New ZealandFirmer pillows - but that’s just personal preference
Location, facilities, pool, privacy
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 17 April 2025
Aaron
New ZealandIt's perfect for 2 families. Especially having a pool and being close to the beach.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Errol
New ZealandGreat accommodation, great pool. The entire facility is a great private getaway.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 November 2024
Shannon
New ZealandLoved our hosts JC and Franz and their/ our protector dogs Poppy and Caesar. Made our stay feel like home away from home. Easy as to ask questions when we needed to. The villa and everything that comes with it is great- clean, spacious and homely and in a very cool, chilled location. It gives you that island feel- calm, relaxed, safe with no worries. A small field across the road if you need to practice your scooter skills. Private access to the beach straight down the driveway (bring some reef shoes, it's a rocky).The mountain view is stunning especially when it's cloudy; like a blanket of mist has settled. The pool got a good workout from our kids being in there day and night. Poppy and Caesar.... Top notch protector dogs! They will be with you wherever you go that's local to their land and wait with you even if it's just for the bus. No washing machine, which isn't a big deal; go and support your local Mama's down at the laundromat- easy 4 minute drive away. Loved loved loved this place. Our family will be making Palm Villages our first option when we return. Awesome work JC and Franz.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 15 November 2024
Heta
New ZealandBeautiful accomadation, amazing host, tidy clean and amazing outdoor space, very private. And the host were top tier🫶🫶
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 13 November 2024
Nia
New ZealandEverything is positive and nothing but fantastic
A+++ Highly recommended! Great place very modern, AC and ceiling fans were life savers and pool was a great way to entertain your little one especially if they LOVE swimming like our little 6yr old “fish” we call her haha.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 2 October 2024
Latisha
New ZealandThere isn't a washing machine, but it didn't affect us in any way as the laundry place is down the rd, wash & dry or just wash. The clothes line wasn't big enough for our 2 tribes, but we adjusted and made it work to dry our clothes, you just gotta get creative, creativeness works a treat. 👌
Absolutely "O" for Awesome! JC & her Hubby, are amazing Lovely Beautiful Humans, very welcoming, very helpful, very understanding, we probably drove them nuts in a good way 😅🤣 would definitely stay again, and book the two villas out again too. Great location, nestled in the heart of wilderness & a beautiful family home in front, that you can feel the richness of love of a Tribe being raised back in the day, moana across the rd is absolutely beyond this world. Younglings totally enjoyed the pool, dogs, view & location too. Missing the sounds of the roosters playing their tune right around the island, Poppy & Caesar great dogs & protectors. Can't forget about Puma the pig, too. The view from the deck is peaceful & beautiful to enjoy breakfast, clinks, or chill. The BBQ area was the bomb to cater to dinners and gather to eat. Totally Manea!!! (Beautiful).
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Bradbrook
New ZealandThat we had to go back home lol
The location was perfect, and easy to find on our late arrival, thanks to Jacinda’s easy to follow instructions sent before our arrival. Jacinda & Franz were the most welcoming and accommodating hosts. We booked both villa’s and the space was perfect for our group of 8. The kids loved the pool! The place was very tidy and modern & offering great privacy and beautiful views. We would definitely stay with palm tree villa’s again & highly recommend to others wishing to book the perfect accommodation with a home away from home vibe.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 8 September 2024
Alastair
United KingdomHosts Jacinda and Franz were very helpful and friendly, great location too with quiet beach nearby and good views.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 24 July 2024
Lily
New ZealandWe had a beautiful time at Palm Tree Villas. We really enjoyed the deep plunge pool! The beds and lounge were super comfortable. Meitaki to our host for being so friendly and making us feel so welcome. Kia Manuia
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 4 July 2024
Rebecca
New ZealandLovely and modern, really comfortable. Great location. Jacinda was lovely and so accommodating.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 June 2024
Shona
New ZealandNothing
Check in was so great - our villa was like a home away from home. Cannot say enough about Jacinda & Franz so welcoming - wonderful people in every way.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
George
New ZealandPalm Trees Villas was perfect for our family holiday. There was plenty of space for us to relax, cook our meals and enjoy the pool. The unit was clean, tidy and the bed was very comfortable. The area is quiet, set back from the road. A quick 2 minute walk across the road to a stunning beach. Really enjoyed snorkeling around the coral. Jacinda and Frances were wonderful hosts. Very helpful with all our queries pre arriving and during our time. We had a fantastic time!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Nai
AustraliaI loved everything about the Palm Tree Villas
Absolutely loved it! Modern Beautiful house decor little artistic touches throughout the house and yard are awesome
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Susan
New ZealandSorry, no internet connection. However, I liked the two channels provided. Good to get a different perspective of life in the Pacific Island.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Rangikohu
New ZealandNothing really enjoyed it
Was very easy, no fuss would highly recommend this place for people interested in looking for a nice quite secluded space for you and friends or for a small family. Perfect spot if there is two families travelling together to book both villas. Host were exceptional and communication was a breeze.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 August 2023
Sen
New ZealandNothing that we didn't like. It was just fabulous.
Jacinda was friendly, accommodating, and cared for our needs. The villa was new, clean, and modern. It provided everything we required. Beautiful place to stay. I would recommend this facility to all holidaymakers.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Barbara
New ZealandNothing
Peaceful comfortable Great hosts
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Christine
New ZealandThe pool was absolutely perfect. We swam in it at least 4 times a day and made excellent use of the sun lounges. The beds were very comfortable and the air conditioning was a real treat. We really enjoyed the privacy and felt very secure and safe. Our hosts were so warm, friendly and informative. The beach was so easy to access with a short 2 min walk onto perfect coral sands and coconut trees with crystal clear water you can snorkel straight off at high tide.
Stayed in July 2023
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