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Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road

Cottage near Muri Beach in Rarotonga

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A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.
A lush garden with palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A wooden deck with a view of a lush garden and a pool area.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a painting, a bathroom, and a kitchenette.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tikioki Beach, Tikioki
  • Place, Tikioki Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Muri Lagoon
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Takitumu Conservation Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Takitumu District stay.At this Takitumu District cottage, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Tikioki Beach. Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Matutu Brewing Company are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tikioki Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Matutu Brewing Company - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Muri Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Takitumu Conservation Area - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Muri Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vili's Burger Joint - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road

From the covered verandah, the bungalow opens up to spacious bedroom and living area, with a modern open kitchen and bathroom at the back. Everything is new and designed for tropical comfort. Lyas Bungalows offer sheltered privacy and stunning tropical mountain views.

Access to the beach is literally across the road and the likelyhood of seeing anyone there is remote.
The bungalows are 600m along the beach to Moana Sands, and 400m to Little Poly and Fruits of Raro (Rarotongas top snorkling site).

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road to the airport?

This cottage is 9.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road to the beach?

This cottage is a short 5-minute walk from Tikioki Beach and 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Muri Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road to downtown Rarotonga?

This cottage is 3.2 mi away from Rarotonga.

Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

anita l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay and Charlie’s is literally metres away. Great snorkeling every day regardless of weather.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! The kitchen facilities are very minimal but honestly it's too hot to cook most of the time anyway! Charlies bar across the road is a fantastic option for meals. Everything was neat and clean when we arrived, and we appreciated that all the windows had bug screens. The check in / out process was really easy and overall I'd say it was great value for money, would definitely recommend
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lyas Bungalow

Great location. Loved the bungalow - just perfect to us two.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location

A cute little cottage with all the amenities, location was good and with Charlie’s just across the road evening cocktails became a daily treat.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable and peaceful with beautifully maintained gardens.The tap water is also filtered, a nice luxury! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Good communication, easy access to restaurants and lots of marine life for snorkeling. Completely satisfied.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happiness

I t was very good location and very well presented and had everything that we needed thoroughly enjoyed our time and would recommend it to anyone. Thank you for a great holiday
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Raro Holiday

Good location. Handy to Charlies Bar and Cafe. Bus stop also at Charlies. Bed was comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again. We had trouble with a blocked shower drain but that was quickly rectified by Mike
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ron d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little touch of paradise

Host was quick to respond to any queries. Great location, comfortable bed, well set up kitchen, helpful having a separate laundry and washing line, nice covered deck area and tropical garden. Fridge freezer could afford to be bigger especially for a longer stay like ours.
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid

What a stay at Lyas Bungalow 2! Tucked away on a private section, surrounded by foliage and the odd chicken or two. Walking distance to Little Polynesian restaurant and some very nice cafe's. Bed was very comfy and although we didn't utilize the kitchen area it was fully stocked with everything you could need. The laundry was super handy after using the mud buggys! We have nothing negative to say, would definitely use Lyas again if we come back. 10/10
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Lya's!

Stayed Sept 2023 5 nights. Lya's is a fabulous spot to stay! It's off the main road so fairly quiet and very private. There are only 2 villas and the gardens are beautiful with a spectacular mountain over the back. The small kitchenette is well appointed and the fridge was stocked with fruit juice, milk, tea, coffee & sugar to get us started. We loved that Charlie's was just over the road and the best snorkelling is along the beach just to the left. We walked the beach in both directions every day and it was so pretty and relaxing. Lya's is a great for the more budget conscious as not being beachfront it's a little cheaper. Staying at Lya's for half our time on Raro meant we could afford a beachfront bungalow for the second half of our trip. We would definitely stay at Lya's again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great studio.

We really enjoyed Lyas bungalow 2. It was a clean, well kitted out studio suitable for 1 or 2 people. We stayed for 10 days and were very comfortable there. A special mention for the bed which we found really, really, comfy! The location is good with a very nice beach across the road. Proximity to Charlie’s bar was not a problem at all - most nights we heard very little or nothing at all and everything went quiet at 9pm on the one slightly rowdier night. The studio had everything we needed and we appreciated the ceiling fan and the full laundry. We cooked most nights and it was easy on the 2 burner hob. The fridge is small but more than enough and, importantly - really quiet during the night. We both agreed we would stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ngateina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was a wonderful stay nice and quiet tucked away from everyone and was close to everything.

Very peaceful and very handy to all amenities great for couples.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect retreat.

Excellent everything has been considered so we had no problems. The accommodation was relaxing and very private.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Beautiful setting

Everything was awesome apart from signage to the property was non-existent which meant we went to the wrong place and there was no response from the property manager
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great hideaway

We had a peaceful, quiet stay in this beautiful, well maintained bungalow. We enjoyed the kitchen which had everything we needed to cook. The garden is green and the view into the mountains soothing. Loungers could make it even more enjoyable.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME!!

What an amazing place to stay while in Rarotonga. It is fully equipped with what you need for your stay. Plenty of space to relax outside. It was way better than what we were expecting from the photos and described. Short walk to the beach and Charlie's which has great food and drink. Eddie is amazing to deal with. Nothing is a problem and is very helpful for suggestions on what to do while there. We'll be back as we had to cut our trip short due to Corona virus. Thanks Eddie, Doug
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna-Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovefd it!

Would stay again anytime!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The bungalow was very clean and tidy. Everything we needed to cater for ourselves was there.

The plants surrounding the bungalow have grown a lot since the photos were taken of the section, which makes it very private. And makes it very sheltered on those windy days. Five minutes down the road to Muri which has a lot of great places to dine. The local little dairy provides all the basics you might need. Charlie's Cafe is right across the road, great food, great value, great music from local talents and fantastic hospitality.
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and place to stay. Enjoyed the covered deck and sheltered location.

Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. The accommodation has everything you need to have a relaxed and enjoyable stay

The property manager was easy to deal with. Responded quickly to enquiries and was happy to arrange airport transfers. The property itself is located just across the road from the beach. There is also a bar/cafe across the road if you feel like dining out. We laugh everytime we come to the islands as there is always a resident rooster or two...this property is no exception.Would highly recommend this property for all it has to offer.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne E.

Lovely!

We loved the privacy of this lovely little bungalow. it was so comfortable and in a great location. the clothes line was a great feature! very well equipped kitchen, loved the deck! Eddie was really great and easy to make arrangements with, he made sure we had details that would make our stay more comfortable (where to eat, how to get around etc).
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Lovely secluded little spot

The bungalow had everything we needed. We enjoyed the short walk to the Fruits of Rarotonga to go snorkeling, visited Charlie's Bar for dinner and drinks one night and walked to the tropical gardens, also not far away from the bungalow. Got lots of great photos of tropical flowers and plants. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie T.

Gorgeous little tropical house. Very clean and tidy. Good privacy and great location.

It was a pleasure to stay at Lyas bungalow 2. The bed was very comfortable - the best we’ve had in Raro! The kitchen was well equipped and everything was clean. The bug screens on the windows and door were a life saver as the mosquitoes were out in force! It’s an awesome location with the marine reserve just down the road and Charlie’s at the end of the driveway. A few small improvements - the fridge is rediculously small for a 10 day stay and it could do with a freezer. Also, the BBQ was mouldy and greasy and one of the burners is broken. It’s a small (but annoying) thing, but the bottom sheet didn’t fit well and kept coming loose. All in all though, it was great for the price, very comfortable, clean and tidy. We’ll be back....but maybe in winter next time!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Alissa R.

House has everything you need

House has everything you need. Great location, directly across the road from Charlie's and about 200m from a great snorkelling area. Although not beachfront if weather is dicey (our stay was mostly rain and wind) Lya's is a great location as it facing opposite the prevailing tradewinds and so is very sheltered. Place was very clean, comfortable and private