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Aro'a Beachside Inn

3.0 of 5
Bx 2160, Arorangi, Cook Islands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013
Marie850 Christchurch, New Zealand
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Christchurch, New Zealand
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013 NEW

Have just had 8 great days here.The staff super friendly and helpful nothing was a problem. Location to the beach was about 20 steps.The rooms are clean and tidy and serviced every day. Jam Jar cocktails just the best at the shipwreck bar BBQ nights great. A place to relax and soak up the sun with only 11 units and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

I stayed here for a girls' getaway in October and we couldn't have picked a better place. The rooms were clean and quiet with a great kitchen. All the staff were amazing, making us feel so welcome and we always had a great time hanging out at the Shipwreck bar in the evening. Also, this spot seems to be some... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 via mobile

My husband and I stayed here 5 nights and could not fault our experience. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Storytelling right off the each was some of the best on the island. We brought some friends who were staying at another resort down for Saturday BBQ and we all had a fantastic night... More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We have been wanting to stay at Aro'a for some time but have never been able to get a booking at the time we were going. Have visited the Beachside Inn on previous visits and to be able to stay there was a delight. Views from the rooms are excellent. Service excellent. The BBQ evenings & the Pub night were... More

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Missoula
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

First trip to Rarotonga-CI. This place is the best possible combination of old/new. The hospitality and size of property and style of rooms reminds me off the best of old Hawaii--like Hawaii was 40 years ago. The food is good, and Jim, Jan, Lani, and others are wonderful, they do their best every day to make sure your vacation is... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Low key, quiet, lovely stretch of beach, rooms were spacious,clean and all have a lovely ocean outlook. Atmosphere is relaxed, staff are friendly, the manager is one of a kind ( Basil Fawlty type), hilarious! Shipwreck restaurant with all its unique decor is a place to relax and rehydrate with Jims own cocktail recipes! We felt very comfortable and safe... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

I have never written a review before, but I have just spent a week in Rarotonga and the highlight of my trip was a night spent having dinner and cocktails at Aro'a Beachside Inn. Aside from dinner being very good value ($30 for the whole dinner), it was absolutely delicious (lots of local ingredients and fresh fish, etc) accompanied by... More

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Newport Beach, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

I have traveled twice in the past 5 months to Rarotonga, Cook Islands. The first trip there, i stumbled onto a lovely and quaint property called Aro's Beachside Inn and its terrific owner, Jim. So i decided to stay there with my family on my next trip to Raro. Last week, i visited the COoks on business and stay at... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

What a fantastic little place to stay. We felt at home the minute we were greated by mama at the gate. Beautiful beachside accomadation... really right on beach front. Clear blue sea white soft sand and fantastic snorkelling. These guys really no how to host,the girls are fantastic go out there way to help...thanks girls. Jims a real charactor likes... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
1 review
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

What a great place, spent New Years Eve with Jim and his bagpipes, nothing is too much trouble for Jan and Jim picked the hotel by chance and keep thinking how lucky I was. Sunsets to die for, water pale turquoise. Would definitely recommend.

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Additional Information about Aro'a Beachside Inn

Address: Bx 2160, Arorangi, Cook Islands
Region: Cook Islands > Southern Cook Islands > Rarotonga > Arorangi
Amenities:
Beach Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 10 Speciality lodging in Arorangi
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located on western sunset side of Rarotonga, on a lovely white sandy beach with all tide swimming and snorkeling. Casual beach bar on property. Serves small meals. Popular BBQ evenings with local entertainers twice weekly. 11 fully self-contained units, tastefully decorated island style. Breakfast complimentary. Free use of equipment - kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and bicycles. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Aro`a Beachside Hotel
Aro`a Beachside Hotel Arorangi
Aro'a Beachside Inn Rarotonga, Cook Islands

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