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Manuia Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beachfront Rarotonga resort

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Scooter/moped

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
    Free airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Arorangi Adjacent To Beach, Rarotonga
  • Black Rock
    3 min drive
  • Rarotonga Golf Club
    4 min drive
  • Puaikura Beach
    4 min drive
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    8 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Beachfront Suite

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Beachfront Suite

  • 376 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Garden Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Garden Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is $219
per night
$252 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

On the beach.Your stay at this Arorangi resort places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Black Rock and Rarotonga Golf Club. Puaikura Beach and Cocoputt are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Black Rock - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Aroa Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Muri Beach - 24 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Spaghetti House - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Manuia Beach Resort

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beachfront Rarotonga resort
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Manuia Beach Resort with activities like snorkeling and kayaking.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Rarotonga resort.

  • 1 floor
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 14 buildings
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Manuia Beach Resort offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: NZD 150

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December. The rest of the year they are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 90.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 150
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 90.0 per day

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 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; cash is not accepted
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 credit 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 15 years old and younger aren't allowed from January to December.

Property is also known as

Manuia
Manuia Beach
Manuia Beach Rarotonga
Manuia Beach Resort
Manuia Beach Resort Rarotonga
Manuia Resort
Manuia Beach Resort Resort
Manuia Beach Resort Rarotonga
Manuia Beach Resort Resort Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Manuia Beach Resort to the airport?

Manuia Beach Resort is 3.4 mi (8-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Manuia Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Manuia Beach Resort offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day.

How close is Manuia Beach Resort to the beach?

This resort is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Manuia Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Manuia Beach Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Manuia Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Manuia Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Manuia Beach Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Manuia Beach Resort have a pool?

Manuia Beach Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Manuia Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Manuia Beach Resort is home to On the Beach, which features ocean views, a beachfront location, and happy hour.

Does Manuia Beach Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Manuia Beach Resort to downtown Rarotonga?

Manuia Beach Resort is 0.8 mi away from Inave Tapere.

Manuia Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 175 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark Franklin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, peaceful resort situated right on the beach. Spacious rooms and very attentive, friendly staff. Fire show and bbq on Sunday night was a stand-out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would go back
Very good. Many positives. Not cheap but worth the extra $ to have a beach view room imo. Nice people running and operating it. all very friendly and relaxed. The biggest and easiest improvement would be to upgrade breakfast. It's a very basic continental and could be so much better with some small improvements. The office closes early as well and whilst you have the owner's number if you need anything you tend not to want to disturb him (or at least I didnt) for general info etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked that this is an adults only resort. Beautiful beach setting, lovely staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, staff, breakfast. Right on the beach with easy snorkelling, bright fish. shop and hire cars across the road. Restaurant food ok .Waterline bar down the beach great for cheaper eats drinks and vibe. Roosters continual through the night, some mosquitos.No little kids. Overall great would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna Kay, Salem

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Papakura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Manuia Beach 30 years ago, and returned for our 30th Wedding Anniversary. The new OTB restaurant was popular, and dinner bookings were necessary. Continental breakfast included, cooked breakfast available also. Poolside dining for lunch available. Several other dining options available within walking distance. In House tours and transport to market. Grounds maintained every day. Always seating around the pool area. Adults only hotel (over 16 age cut off) so very relaxed and quiet while we were there. Thank you Ross and all your lovely folks who took care of us so well.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Fleur

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

HERMAN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great relaxing, eye opening stay.Learned so much about Cook Island Maori and Loved it so much. The stY was great the only negative was spotty wifi. Otherwise Fantastic.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuia Beach Resort is the best resort! We will not stay anywhere else when visiting Raro. The staff are the best and provide friendly excellent service. The resort itself is absolutely breathtaking with white sand all around the resort and an infinity pool overlooking the crystal clear lagoon/ocean. Cannot rate Manuia any higher!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved how peaceful the resort was. Beautiful pool - but more shade could be good. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Nothing was a problem! Food fantastic. Christmas Day lunch was so great!!!! Thank you so much.

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Manuia Resort is a fantastic place to stay. The staff are really friendly and helpful - nothing seems too much trouble. It's quiet and has no children, a plus for me. Beautiful infinity pool, snorkels and kayaks to borrow, comfy loungers to enjoy the sun or shade on the beach or around the pool. Great restaurant with a delicious range of dishes though it is expensive. Continental and cooked breakfast in the beachside restaurant was included in our clean, gorgeous room's price. The huge plus though is the location. Amazing beachfront units with palms and lush gardens from which we enjoyed the ocean and pool view as well as the passing whales. A few more and cheaper bar snack-style food offerings would make it pretty much perfect. Not the cheapest place I've stayed but I would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location. Everything you could wish for to have a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful resort. Lovely pool area. The bar/restaurant was great and all the staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff service and stunning location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Oren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, clean, friendly staff and awesome location. The restaurant menu and food can be improved
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool was beautiful. Felt like this place was a bit oversold. There was no spa/massage as advertised. Menu at restaurant was very limited. Cocktails were less than average. Outdoor shower was interesting. Would have been nice to have an indoor shower as well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
We loved our stay at Manuia, it really is a special place. Smaller than most resorts and lovely and quiet…no kids under 16. The rooms are great, we booked beachfront which was amazing. Lovely grounds, team, and beach. Highly recommend and we can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool on the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little spot
This is a lovely quiet resort. The rooms were nice with lots of space and an outdoor shower which was pretty great. Beautiful pool and one restaurant on site. The night we arrived, we tried to get a drink in the bar and some dinner but they were quite busy and asked us to try somewhere else. This has never happened to me before, we were quite tired but walked down the road for dinner. Only dined in the restaurant once, the food was lovely. Breakfast was pretty limited. Pancakes, toast, fruit and cereal. If you arrived after 9am then most of the fruit was gone and they didn't seem to replenish it. We had an ant problem in one of our rooms so had to move out to another room. We all ended up in one room for the night as reception was closed (limited hours) and there was no one to help. Mary in particular was wonderful with shifting the girls to their new room and even doing our washing after our buggy ride. Staff were very friendly and helpful and this is a beautiful location to relax and enjoy the views.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021