Arorangi, Arorangi, 01 Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#120 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 222 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.0
Facilities
7.5
Staff
9.0
Value for money
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 June 2023
Nina
United StatesWe used the bus, but it doesn't run on Sundays. No local place to rent a bike, so we had to pickup and drop-off in town. Just something to plan for.
Simple but very nice. We were pleased with the cleanliness of the room, and the owner was very pleasant. Very close to Black Rock, quite a few restaurants nearby. The bus stop is right there at the front of the property.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 27 May 2023
Nitz69
SamoaFriendly staff, great location and value for money!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Margaret
New ZealandGreat location and amazing hosts - a basic motel but excellent value. Will definite back
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 21 May 2023
Kacper
Polandvery clean good location nice beach
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 22 April 2023
Julian
United KingdomIt needs renovation and we were told they have plans to renovate it.
Very close to a quiet beach. The staff were excellent. Peaceful location.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2022
Ian
New ZealandAir conditioning wasn’t functional at all and the ceiling fan would only run on the fastest speed and was very noisy.
Great location and cute little units on a great beach, and close to town.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 21 November 2022
Kay
New ZealandNothing really.
Quiet peaceful location. With a few groceries in I found myself quite happy staying on site which I've only ever done before at a resort.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 15 October 2022
Neil
New ZealandAircon not working in beachfront units 1 & 2 but great ceiling fan..
On the beach.. A short walk to various bars and restaurants. A older complex but value for money.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 23 September 2022
Maryann
New ZealandSurprised at the views. Doesn't look like much from the road but once inside it's great.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 16 September 2022
Barbb
New ZealandThe bed was a little uncomfortable for our liking but we got used to it.
The spot is ideal located. Very quiet, lovely staff and great feeling to it.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 15 September 2022
Peter
AustraliaOver priced
Good room in a good location
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 14 September 2022
Chris
New ZealandVery basic, had a fan but no cooking facilities. Could have upgraded but for two nights and already costly. Annoying, buses don't run late enabling taxis and rental firms.
Right on the beach and v close to town and airport. $20 taxi.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 7 September 2022
Liz
New ZealandWe had a lovely time at The Reef Motel. Fantastic location, great beach and quiet. Tina was very helpful.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 30 August 2022
Sherrise
New ZealandMaybe a prune of the fronds on some trees to improve our view.
Had a view of the beach from our large balcony. Also a good size clothes line at one end of balcony which was extremely handy. Good size room with a nice couch. Was pleasantly surprised at the amount and variety of fish when snorkeling as have been in this area some years ago with much fewer present then. When it rained for a few days they provided more mats to help with wet tiles.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 18 August 2022
Tosswill
New ZealandNA
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 14 August 2022
Joan
New ZealandWe had a room with a door to the adjoining room, though it was locked but we can hear the noise on the other side. Also sometimes the hot water in the shower runs out.
It was just a few steps from the beach. Most of the time no one is there so we had the beach to ourselves. I enjoyed lounging under the coconut trees reading my book and admiring the beautiful scenery. Blackrock which is a tourist site is also not far, just a 5 min walk along the sand. You also enjoy the beautiful sunset as it is on the western side of the island. There is a bus stop at the end of the driveway and if you need food, both the dairy and a bakery are within walking distance. Our flight arrived late at night and no one is at reception when we got to the motel but our name is already on the door with the room number so we just let ourselves in as the key is inside, that’s how trusting they are. The staff was also nice and helpful. The balcony overlooks the garden and we loved having breakfast outside while looking at the beach thru the coconut trees. If you hang your washing out in the balcony at night, it’s almost always dry in the morning.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 14 August 2022
Ant
New ZealandNice and quiet location, great beachfront, great snorkelling
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 9 August 2022
Barry
New ZealandMotel was not full, so not many people on beach. Room was confortable.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 1 August 2022
Takatai
Cook IslandsNo kitchen facilities or washing machine
The views
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 1 August 2022
Tania
New ZealandNo late checkout after 10am available.
Reef Motel is situated beach front and the beach was lovely and swimming there was great too. There were plenty of loungers to relax on under palm trees or in sun. We could also watch the Whales passing the coral reef afew hundred metres out. The Motel was very spacious and the rooms and grounds well maintained. Very clean. Nice linen and towels. Also walking distance to shops and restaurants and bus stop.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Christina
New ZealandNothing- I loved it
Amazing location, very clean, very helpful staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Sarrah
AustraliaNot like the photos and wasnt worth my money
Property was passable but its not like the photos displayed.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Dimmeri
AustriaA great accommodation with a nice beach area!! Thank you very much:-)
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Tuakura
AustraliaN/a
Clean,tidy, perfect location,friendly staff. Locally owned
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Luchtemberg
AustraliaGood location. Great staff. By the beach. We used the sunbeds. Clean. Had all the facilities we needed.
Stayed in July 2025
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