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A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture

Apartment perfectly located for exploring Avarua

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Tupapa, Matavera District
  • Place, Cook Island Christian Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cook Islands Library and Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Avarua apartment, you'll be steps from Cook Island Christian Church and Beachcomber Gallery. Para O Tane Palace and Cook Islands Library and Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cook Island Christian Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cook Islands National Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Beachcomber Pearl Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Muri Beach - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture

MK studio is named after our 2 children Manea and Ke'ona and acknowledges our connections to the land and our ancestors - Makea (Ngati Rupe - Taiava line).

We are located in Avarua near the historical Avarua church, Makea Palace, Cook Islands National Museum and in walking distance to town, markets, restaurants, cafes, movie theatre, bus stop and a 10 minute bus ride to Muri beach. It is suitable for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, writers, artists and professionals and have access to the entire place. You can relax on the hammock or take a nice stroll to the waters edge for a refreshing swim or to watch the sunset.

Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only

No strong smelling food to be cooked in the studio kitchen please

No more than the people booked in can stay at the property

Bring your own beach towels

Leave the house clean and tidy

Check in 2pm and Check out 10am unless prior arrangements have been made

Extras: Preparing Studio (Required, NZ$85.00 per stay); Linen (Required, NZ$20.00 per stay); Please note that information and rates are subject to change.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

MK Studio Rarotonga Modern Island Bach
MK Studio Rarotonga - Modern Island Bach Apartment
MK Studio Rarotonga - Modern Island Bach Rarotonga
MK Studio Rarotonga - Modern Island Bach Apartment Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

How close is A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture to the airport?

This apartment is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture to the beach?

This apartment is 6 mi (13-min drive) from Muri Beach and 7.5 mi (24-min drive) from Aroa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture to downtown Rarotonga?

This apartment is 2 mi away from Rarotonga.

A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mana

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need

Great location, close to town. Equipped with everything you need. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon I., Upper Hutt

Liked: Cleanliness

MK studio

The accommodation is excellent and everything we needed, close to town, movies and bars, markets on Saturday, swimming past the airport is excellent, Trailor Jacks great restaurant, plus all resorts you can eat & drink at and use facilities. Rarotonga is an excellent island to recharge your batteries.:-) will be back again.
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2022