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Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape

3.5 star property
3.5-star aparthotel near Aroa Beach

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
Garden
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ara Tapu Road, Vaimaanga Titikaveka, Rarotonga
  • Place, Aroa Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wigmore's Waterfall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cocoputt
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Basic Studio, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Basic Studio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Tapere of Vaimaanga stay.Your stay at this Tapere of Vaimaanga aparthotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Aroa Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall. Black Rock and Muri Night Markets are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cocoputt - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Muri Beach - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Punanga Nui Market - 17 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Vili's Burger Joint - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape

3.5-star aparthotel near Aroa Beach
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Rarotonga aparthotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape offers 6 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually furnished accommodations include dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Books
  • Library
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 6 units
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 4 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 1 cat and 1 dog reside at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Guests will have no access to facilities at the property after checking out at 10 AM.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Daydreamer Rarotonga
Daydreamer Resort
Daydreamer Resort Rarotonga
Rarotonga Daydreamer
Rarotonga Daydreamer Resort
Rarotonga Daydreamer Resort
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape Rarotonga
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape Aparthotel
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape Aparthotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape to the airport?

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape is 7 mi (21-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape have an airport shuttle?

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of NZD 20 per person, one-way.

How close is Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape to the beach?

This aparthotel is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Aroa Beach and 4.9 mi (15-min drive) from Muri Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape offer free breakfast?

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape have a pool?

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape to downtown Rarotonga?

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape is 2.2 mi away from Rarotonga.

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neale

Great stay. Used the stove and laundry.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suburb place to stay. The hosts, Anna and Rob, are a great couple. I highly recommend this accommodation. Close to Wigmores Superstore and a fabulous restaurant on the beach, Vaima.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scarlett Eve

10/10 Excellent

Danelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and location. Hosts were lovely. Very affordable accomodation
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Papamoa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spotless, well appointed and the amenities were great for making yourself at home. Definitely recommend if you are wanting your own space and great value for money.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic spacious villa, clean and fully equiped for independent stay
Outside the front door
Private courtyard
Cool lounge/dining
Spacious bedroom
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small resort in a quiet area. We enjoyed the outdoor area and bbq. Beach was just across the road and the Island bus picks up just outside the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great convenient place.

Great stay with a full kitchen. The bungalow was clean and quiet. Walking distance to places to eat and shop. Bus stop in front. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tepaeru

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really beautiful gardens, so nice to relax in. Never felt crowded despite being consistently full. Owners very generous and helpful. Let us borrow snorkel gear, bikes, and gave great advice. Free wifi. Well located near a great supermarket, some incredible snorkel locations and some good food options. Not too far from anything e.g. Muri by car. Thanks for a lovely stay! Would definitely return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to be for our holiday. Great location and small away from the big resorts. Will return Thankyou Anne and Rob
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rob and Anna were so welcoming. There was breakfast in the fridge and a phone for us to use. The place is well maintained and has lots of outdoor seating. The laundry facilities were easy, bikes available, pizza oven and barbecue available. We couldn’t have asked for more really
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excellent place to stay. Had everything we needed. Great outdoor areas. If you needed anything Rob and Anna were easily available.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, beautiful garden and pool area, immaculate!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolien, Swanson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would have wished for better internet and Aircon but realise this would have reflected in the price.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts, grounds, pool...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

biljana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean, tidy, close to good beaches. Mabey in the kichen need more utensils.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cate EALING and Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Owners very kind and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet beautiful setting Hosts were very welcoming nothing was a problem Will definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the daydreamer, great location, room has everything you could need and Rob & Anna were lovely :)
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely place! We felt very welcome there and had a very great stay! Wouldnt stay anywhere else on the island as the daydreamer has everything we need. Such lovely scenery and the place is so well maintained. Thanks alot for having us we will be back in no time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Rarotonga accomodation with very friendly hosts. Thanks so much for our lovely time away!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely intimate hideaway in beautiful gardens. Everything you could need for a stay. Kayaks, bikes and plenty of snorkelling gear. Laundry. Drying racks. Loved there was a blender in the kitchen. Lovely hosts who were super friendly and helpful - beats a big resort hands down
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Daydreamer Awesome!

Great location although a scooter or car makes your trip much easier and better, awesome hosts, helpful and fun, loved staying at Daydreamer, small resort so everything is easy, free kayaks and snorkels to use. We would definitely recommend to everyone. Better than the pictures show.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021