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    Aro'a Beachside Inn

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    Ara Tapu, Arorangi, Cook Islands
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    4.5 185 reviews
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    Ara Tapu, Arorangi Cook Islands See on map
    AMENITIES
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    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Beachfront
    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    Airport Transportation
    3.5 Star accommodation
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    Kia Orana, welcome to the Aro'a Beachside Inn. Located on western sunset side of Rarotonga, on a stunning white sandy beach with great swimming and snorkelling. We have a casual beach bar, the Shipwreck Hut, on ...More property which serves "home cooked" bar meals, cocktails, beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks. Live music 3 times a week including our popular BBQ evening. 12 self-contained units, tastefully decorated island style. Breakfast complimentary, daily house keeping service. Free use of equipment - kayaks, paddle boards and snorkelling gear. Less
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    HOTEL FEATURES
    Free Parking
    Beachfront
    Restaurant
    Bar/Lounge
    Breakfast included
    Airport Transportation
    Golf Course
    Laundry Service
    Microwave
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Refrigerator in room
    Shuttle Bus Service
    Wheelchair Access
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Pool
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
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    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Certificate of Excellence
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
    Number of rooms
    12
    Price range
    US$144 - US$364 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Aro`a Beachside Hotel Arorangi
    Location
    Cook Islands > Southern Cook Islands > Rarotonga > Arorangi
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    All reviewssteve and geraldineshipwreck barmusic nightsship wreckbar mealsgolden retrieversaturday night bbqenjoyed the live musicbutter chickenloved our stay hereother guestschilli con carnelocal staffnew ownersfresh fruitsmall resortseafood chowder
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    Reviewed 4 days ago
    Paradise Unrivaled

    Our visit to Aro’a Beachside Inn is one we shall long remember. Idyllic, unrivaled. This resort exemplifies the true meaning of rest, relax and enjoy! From the breakfasts, which were free for guests, the Shipwreck Bar (one year voted as one of the top ten...More

    Thank Experience515354
    Response from AroaBeach, Owner at Aro'a Beachside InnResponded 3 days ago

    Kia Orana, Thank you so much for your fantastic review of our little slice of paradise. Very happy that you loved your stay with us. We hope that you will come back and see us again soon. Meitaki ma'ata, Steve, Geraldine and the A Team....More

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Not your ordinary accomodation

    Yes, clean comfortable rooms in excellent repair. Yes, amazing location and views second to none. Yes, awesome beach and snorkeling location Yes, on-site pub style dining with really good food. BUT Wait...that can be found elsewhere too!!.... what absolutely made the stay amazing were the...More

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    Response from AroaBeach, Owner at Aro'a Beachside InnResponded 1 week ago

    Kia Orana, Thank you so much for your fantastic review, your comments really mean a lot to us. You guys were a pleasure to host and we are so happy that you loved your stay with us. We really hope to see you back again....More

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Cleanest beachside resort I've every stayed in

    Great location on a beach which provides very good (not exceptional -- lots of fish; coral mostly rubble) snorkeling. It is a bit removed from the main tourist area, though within walking distance of a few small shops and restaurants. I appreciated the small size...More

    Thank William B
    Response from AroaBeach, Owner at Aro'a Beachside InnResponded 2 weeks ago

    Kia Orana Bill, Thank you for your excellent informative review. We are all very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. We would be delighted to see you back again. Meitaki ma'ata, Steve, Geraldine and the A Team.

    Reviewed 28 July 2018
    Idyllic location

    Aro'a Beachside Inn more than ticked all the boxes for our three night stay this past week. Hosts Geraldine and Steve were so welcoming and informative about where and what to do on Raro. In fact all the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly -...More

    Thank Sydfolks
    Response from AroaBeach, Owner at Aro'a Beachside InnResponded 1 August 2018

    Kia Orana Margaret & Peter, Thank you so much for your fantastic review of our beautiful resort, we are very happy that you had an idyllic stay with us. :-) We really hope that you will make it back to see us soon. Stay longer...More

    Reviewed 5 July 2018
    Stay and watch the sunset at Aro'a Beach

    Great place with lovely views of the sea excellent snorkeling just off the beach snorkled with a turtle just in front of the inn. Beds where good nice and clean and brightly decorated with tie die curtains. Plenty of plug points in our unit to...More

    Thank Darryl B
    Response from AroaBeach, Owner at Aro'a Beachside InnResponded 8 July 2018

    Kia Orana, Thank you for your great review. Very pleased that you enjoyed your time with us. Hope to see you again, hopefully you can stay longer next time. :-) Meitaki ma'ata, Steve, Geraldine and the A Team.

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    Response from Joanna C | Reviewed this property |
    No. Ceiling fans and insect screens on windows are the only cooling methods. But it does keep you connected to your environment: breeze, rain, sounds and smells.
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    Response from AroaBeach | Property representative |
    Kia Orana Stephanie, Steve here, sorry we don't have a sailing dingy here. We do have kayaks and SUP's though. There is a sailing club at Muri, I think you can rent them from there. :-)
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    Response from AroaBeach | Property representative |
    Kia Orana, Steve here, the Shipwreck Hut opens at 5:00pm every day. Every hour is happy hour. 😁
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