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Aroa Beachside Resort

3.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
On the beach, snorkelling, beach bar, kayaking
View from property
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Room options

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment | Balcony

Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 97 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Studio with Ocean View

Deluxe Studio with Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Breakfast included
Spa
Parking included
Restaurant
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
The price is AU$258
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
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About the area

Map
Arorangi, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Black Rock - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Muri Beach - 20 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sails Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Aroa Beachside Resort

Hotel near Aroa Beach
Located close to Black Rock and National Stadium, Aroa Beachside Resort provides free continental breakfast, a beach bar and concerts and live shows. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site restaurant, Shipwreck Hut, offers breakfast, dinner, light fare and ocean views. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and evening entertainment
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Aroa Beachside Resort include thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and kitchens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Shipwreck Hut

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Aroa Beachside
Hotel Aroa Beachside
Aroa Beachside Hotel Rarotonga
Aroa Beachside Hotel
Aroa Beachside Rarotonga
Aroa Beachside
Aroa Beachside Inn
Aroa Beachside Resort Hotel
Aroa Beachside Resort Rarotonga
Aroa Beachside Resort Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Does Aroa Beachside Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Aroa Beachside Resort?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aroa Beachside Resort on 21 Dec 2024 start from AU$198.09, 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.

Is Aroa Beachside Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Aroa Beachside Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aroa Beachside Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Aroa Beachside Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Aroa Beachside Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 30 per person applies.

Where is Aroa Beachside Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Arorangi hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Aroa Beach and Black Rock. National Stadium and Beachcomber Gallery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so kind, and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best spots on the beach. Views are beautiful. Loved watching the whales while having breakfast. Rooms are comfortable clean and spacious. Facilities great for relaxing, kayaking, paddle boarding watching the whales and safe swimming/ snorkeling. Entertainment with great varied live music each evening. Handy for the bus. Staff were friendly, helpful and interested in your day. Highly recommended for a hassle free enjoyable stay in beautiful Rarotonga 😍
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shipwrecks, good bar for all drinks on sunset. Great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager and staff at Aro’a were absolutely wonderful. Lisa, the manager went well above and beyond what we expected in terms of service and helpfulness. The room was great, with amazing views. The place was very clean and tidy, both in our room and in the remainder of the resort. The food at The Shipwreck hut was brilliant and we loved seeing the whales playing in the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prudence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. Right on a beautiful beach. The pool was brand new and a great bonus to our stay. Shipwreck bar had a great atmosphere and most nights live music. Staff were helpful and friendly. If you are after a relaxed holiday this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to beautiful unspoilt beach. Shipwreck bar had great atmosphere and served excellent meals and local brews. Felt well cared for by Lisa and Ralph. Rooms were basic but comfortable and had everything we needed and a full kitchen too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very welcoming and it felt like you were staying with family. The bar (Shipwreck Hut) was awesome with a lot of hilariously posters dotted all around the walls and ceiling. You were literally right on the beach overlooking the lagoon too. I would definitely recommend the Aroa Beach Side Resort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent snorkeling from beach. staff extremely helpful. Rooms need a tidy of modernizing but were clean and comfortable. The restaurant & bar a great venue to socialize. Would go back again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that it was in a great location. Far enough away from main town to still be able to relax.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true beachside resort, absolutely magical, relaxing with casual dining and live music, staff fantastic, treated like family, great location, beautiful sunsets, would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate Michele

Liked: Amenities
The location is excellent, and the staff are friendly and helpful. The rooms are oldish but are clean and functional. We had a super holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time, clean and comfy with easy water access and wonderful onsite dining. Very sociable environment, met a number of interesting people, both fellow travelers and local Islanders.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay!
I would highly recommend this hotel. It’s location is right by the beach and the staff is super nice, they treat you as a family member and go above and beyond to help you out.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awsome will book with them again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Okay, so a review on the Aro’a Beachfront Resort. Simply said, it was an excellent place to stay in every way. Some details follow; First, the staff and management are friendly and helpful. If you have any question about anything, just go into the office and ask. They will fill you in on tour opportunities, bus schedules, restaurants, and anything else you might want to know. The rooms - I read one review that criticized the curtains. Really? So the curtains are somewhat old but are clean and function perfectly as, well, curtains. Everything else in the room is above par. The refrigerator/freezer, kitchen area, beds, shower, bathroom; everything is perfectly clean and functional. The restaurant- the Shipwreck Hut is located right on site. It has a limited but very sufficient menu. The food is plentiful. It says a lot that every night the place fills up with visitors not staying at the Aro’a but coming in to eat. The restaurant deck is also where the continental brekkie is hosted. It is a small breakfast but coffee, cereal, bread and some fruit was a good start for the day. Also note that in season you can see whales breaching right from the deck. A few times a week they have music on the deck. The music ranges from okay to edging toward excellent. It is important that if you don’t like noise you should ask during your booking to have a room away from the deck. I was right next to it and actually enjoyed it. The crowds get loud! Out of space
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Okirua, Rarotonga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aroa Beachside is a Fantastic option with reasonable pricing, and Great food at The Shipwreck Bar & Grill onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebanayagam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think that the customer care was somewhat unique in this resort and perhaps i should say well personalized.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, the staff is very friendly, it was nice to have the bar & restaurant right there. The kitchenette is well equipped if you want to cook, including full fridge. The setting is stunning, with fabulous ocean views. We absolutely loved it and will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast over beach a high point.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot for sunsets
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very friendly staff (especially Lisa) and the bar is a lot of fun. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Onsite Restaurant/Bar
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5