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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Aroa Beach

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2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite | View from room
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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

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

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

Beachfront Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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)
  • Beach view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 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)
  • Partial sea view
  • 537 sq ft
  • 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)
  • Ocean view
  • 1109 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Courtyard view

Honeymoon Pool & Spa Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 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)
  • Garden view
  • 8288 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds

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Terrace/patio

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

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

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2-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

  • Beach view
  • 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

2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 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
(16 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

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

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

3-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

  • Beach view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 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

  • Beach view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬14 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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium on Mar 8, 2026 start from $194, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 184 out of 521 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 521 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 521 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 521 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 521 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here to celebrate my Dad's 70th birthday. Our second time staying at The Rarotongan Beach Resort and Lagoonarium. Absolutely impressed with the full buffet breakfast, this is a complete upgrade from when we last stayed. The staff from front desk, the bar, dining and service staff were so accommodating and friendly. We honestly didn't want to leave. The free wifi was also a bonus. The location is just spectacular and my family thought so too! Hopefully the rooms will be updated and modernised (not that we spent much time in the rooms) as we spent most of our time at the beach. Thanks to all the friendly staff who made our trip worthwhile, we have some fantastic memories to hold on to, can't wait to stay again :)
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff so friendly and helpful in particular Sue who was housekeeping our room. She was absolutely wonderful and very helpful
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan Reece

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and the breakfast was really good
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are amazing, property and service high quality. Meitaki
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kahutoi

Liked: Room comfort
The variety of food was great, but the toasters at times didn’t work. Service was very friendly. Great that they are eco friendly and you get rewarded for this from missing a day of changing bed linen and towels. Unfortunately my fridge leaked the first night and slipped, avoiding a possible injury. The fridge was fixed the next day. Wifi access great.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was not good greasy food looked like is was left over from dinner How hard is it to make a omlette thats eatable
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Carol

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Paid for accommodation from 3pm before day of arrival. Arrived on Jetstar 7am flight and had arranged own transport to hotel to find room not ready on arrival as we were unexpected and very fast transfer from airport. The room was clearly being cleaned from a guest just departed that morning even though it should have been ready for us from the previous day. It seems like they double sell rooms based on flight times. More concerningly I was charged twice on credit card for room booking and 2 weeks later still waiting for refund of 2nd charge. About to commence proceedings with my bank given the extraordinary amount of time to process refund of overcharge. I had to tell them this happened and wonder if I’d not noticed would they have admitted the double charge. These are just two of the many, many reasons I won’t stay here again. There are so many great options for accommodations on Raro - this one is not recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing, staff are wonderfull. The property needs some maintenance but staff where working away on it. It was clean and everything you need is there.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The resort as a whole is fantastic! Staff were all great! Very friendly and helpful. The room was very nice and clean. Lots to do and lots not to do!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were amazing especially our wonderful waiter Norman. Would definitely stay here again. Snorkelling just off the beach was awesome.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chloe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, very friendly staff, love the facilities. Breakfast was incredible every morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bevan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, beach facing with good views. We had good entertainment while at the resort and a buffet meal while attending the island drum show. Staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were excellent, good buffet style and you can get good cooked omelettes from the chef’s. Downside is the food from the grill bar during day and evenings is average. I will be back to the Rarotongan Resort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charlie, Auckland

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie, Auckland

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great facilities and ameneties good Would return
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gene Clifford

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3rd time here. Always a pleasure. We spent a bit more this time and went with a premium beach front which wasn’t worth it, our friends went beach view at $800 cheaper and had better views. Rooms are becoming dated now. The food was amazing, snorkelling is one of the best on the island, cocktails and drinks are cheap and boozy. Beach hut and daily events a plenty. Had a great time!!

10/10 Excellent

Mark Andrew

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food, rooms, entertainment and snorkelling

8/10 Good

Kevin Colin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time here. Amazing place, great food, beach hut and amenities are free. Beach and lagoon is awesome. Each night had an event. Lots of things to do during the day at the resort. Now the reason why I dropped a star. Rooms are a little dated but that’s the same as any resort in Tonga and Samoa as well. The bread toasters were regularly tripping the breakers and need repair or replacement. One coffee machine was down causing big lines. Garden room best value for money.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful reef and comfortable room
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Family friendly. Amazing lagoon filled with so much sea life. Staff were absolutely phenomenal. Rooms are a little outdated and small, but we were only in them to sleep.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Philip, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025