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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Aroa Beach

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Meeting facility
Grand Suite, Beachfront | Beach | Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers
Breakfast area
Room amenity

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
  • Place, Aroa Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cocoputt
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Puaikura Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2-Bedroom Beachside Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Beachfront Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Beachfront Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Beachside Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 537 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Grand Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Grand Beachfront Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1109 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Courtyard view

Honeymoon Pool & Spa Bungalow

  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

3-Bedroom Private Pool Villa (Onemaru)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 8288 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds

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Terrace/patio

3-Bedroom Private Pool & Spa Villa (Lime Blossom)

  • 9688 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Beachside Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

3-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

  • 969 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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3-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

  • 969 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

On the beach.A stay at this Arorangi hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Aroa Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Wigmore's Waterfall. Muri Night Markets is within 6 miles (10 km) and Te Vara Nui Village is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cocoputt - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Puaikura Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Muri Night Markets - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Muri Beach - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬16 min drive

About this property

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4-star beachfront hotel near Aroa Beach
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with complimentary cabanas. Summer fun is a breeze at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium with activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and volleyball.

There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a snack bar/deli and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are available in public spaces for a fee. This beach hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, an outdoor pool, and outdoor tennis courts. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Rarotonga hotel.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 12 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 4306 sq ft of conference space
  • 400 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1977
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium offers 104 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Rarotonga hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10 per day)
  • In-room WiFi has a 2-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 10 per day); wired internet (surcharge)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 2-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 17 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 10 per day (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 10 per day (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: NZD 18 per hour (rates may vary)
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 17 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Rarotongan Beach Resort
Rarotongan Beach Resort Lagoonarium
Resort Lagoonarium
Rarotongan Beach Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort Spa
The Rarotongan & Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Hotel
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Rarotonga
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium to the airport?

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium is 6.5 mi (13-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium.

How close is The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium offer free breakfast?

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium have a pool?

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium features an outdoor pool.

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local and international cuisine, a beachfront location, and ocean views.

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium to downtown Rarotonga?

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium is 2.8 mi away from Rarotonga.

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 494 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great snorkeling on the resort beach, probably the best on the island. Nice relaxed atmosphere , lovely staff. Handy having an outdoor shower in our room to wash off the sand and snorkeling gear. Our favourite place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated and over priced would not recommend staying here at all.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful as I have mobility problems. The outlook over the lagoon from Captain Andy's was excellent as was the regular entertainment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff. Meli, Sava, Daphne, Tutai, Nga, just the names I remember. The Kids Club staff. ALL THE FRONT OFFICE, RESTAURANT/BAR STAFF, KIDS HUT!!!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was a stay to remember - kids loved the pool and everything about the swimming pool. Snorkeling, Paddle boarding, Kayaks... The games around the hotel 5stars!!!! The food, breakfast choices ❤️ A trip to always remember!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda Rochele

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Customer service was not good. Staff were unapproachable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle Varie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worth it for the amazing snorkeling. Super friendly staff. Not flashy but has everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Muna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good room service.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terry Raymond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most staff were friendly and courteous. With others it was obvious that they may have been bored or tired. The “flooding” of our room on the last night was very difficult
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
3 restaurants but all had the same menu. Overall a bit tired compared to some of the other resorts
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good for family stay, excellent lagoon area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruyin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved our 12 night stay. the resort is situated in the best reef in rarotonga and the snorkelling is unbelievable. a resident turtle also resides in the lagoon
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury on the lagoon.

We stayed in the beautiful villa across the road from the main resort. The facilities were exceptional. We very much enjoyed our daily private spa and the privacy provided by staying in the villa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerri

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerri

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rarotongan was a great family retreat with lots of entertaining activities and attractions. However, we felt compelled to use the facilities due to the small size (which isn't reflected in the images online) of our room and the bugs (cockroaches) that were in our room throughout our stay. It actually made it hard to sleep after seeing the first one. Then we saw them through facilities, in bathrooms and other areas around the resort. The bathrooms and pool area had a lingering sewage smell, and the details about the gym where just as misleading as the room size. The restaurant was fantastic, staff were incredibly friendly and their attention to detail was amazing! The kayaks and other boards were limited due to other families monopolizing them. The pool was small but fairly safe for children under 5. The Moko Club had great activities for smaller children and the staff management drinks were a great personal touch to making us feel welcome. The Rarotongan was a good experience for us, however the conditions of the resort are showing signs of wear and tear that don't reflect the cost of the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Leanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rarotongan is gorgeous- beautiful food, beautiful beach and fantastic snorkeling. It is clean with good room servicing, and most staff are great.
Lots of fish by the restaurant area- lots of kids feeding them (allowed)
Great kayaking gear
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Miss

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was right there in the resort beach , snorkeling, restaurant, They had kayaks,paddle boards , snorkeling gear. Lots of activities for all ages. One thing I wish they had was a kitchen area in rooms. Other wise had a amazing time..
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

DAISY Yao

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve travelled a lot, and honestly, this place felt way overpriced for what it offers. $650 a night! I understand it’s school holiday season, but we stayed at a resort expecting decent service — and didn’t get it. Breakfast was pretty poor — by 9am most of the food was already gone, and they barely refilled anything. Our room felt old and not properly cleaned, with sticky furniture surfaces. We stayed for 4 nights and only got proper housekeeping once. One day they made the bed but didn’t change towels, refill soaps, or even clean the mugs. When we asked a staff member directly for supplies, they told us housekeeping only comes once — like we were asking for too much. Another frustrating part — the TV in the room had a Netflix screen, but we couldn’t connect it to WiFi. We called three times, waited over 5 hours, only to finally be told “it’s not a smart TV.” Super confusing and a waste of time. Beach towels were “limited” because apparently a group had reserved them — which is just odd for a resort. The only positive part of the stay was one really lovely security guy from Fiji. He was genuinely kind and helpful — and honestly, he’s the reason this place gets 2 stars instead of 1. Kayaks and paddleboards were free, which helped a little, but overall it just didn’t feel worth it. Definitely won’t be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Katene

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not the worst place in the world, but for what you pay for it’s pretty bad. Rooms are over priced and old, the staff look like they don’t even want to be there, the food is absolutely horrible. Better off staying
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place great stay. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Olga

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The snorkeling was amazing, the nature was beautiful, the staff was nice and helpful, kayaks and snorkeling gear could be rented for free. Really great vacation. . the only thing we didn't like was the breakfast. The chef should learn how to properly prepare eggs and bacon.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025