Central Motel. Avarua, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#136 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 131 hotel reviews
7.1Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Location
8.8
Facilities
6.9
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.3
Free WiFi
6.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 September 2025
Nellie
New ZealandQuiet
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Elliott
AustraliaLocal noises, doof and dogs
Apartments clean and ventral
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Rangi
AustraliaPaint the stars and replace the steel rails pipes
Very close to cafes and take away food
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Phillip
AustraliaHowever, there was some negatives. I saw a large cockroach in the bathroom. Although, they claim to include free wifi, it a very limited service. They includes 2 vouchers, which just Ok to view email. If you want to watch a video for about 5 minutes, the voucher is gone. However, reliable internet and affordable internet is a big issue in the Cook Islands. There is only one channel available on the TV. Don't be put off by the exterior of the building, which is not the best. The rooms are OK, and have all the essentials.
This hotel has the best city location in Avarua - the capital of the Cook Islands. It is a 5 minute walk to supermarkets, nightclubs and wide range of shops. The rooms are quite spacious and the beds comfortable. The rooms has good air-conditioning. I was also allowed to access my room at 9:00am, well before check inn time - I really appreciate the management team, for making this possible. There is a small pool, which appeared to be clean and well maintained. The rates at this hotel are very favourable, when compared to pricey resorts, a long way from the centre of Avarua. I would still recommend this hotel for location and price.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Jj
New ZealandNothing really. The pool is very small but you can see it gets cleaned daily at least
A lil rough on the outside. But inside the rooms are clean and tidy. Fridge is stocked with drinks at a reasonable price. The water pressure in the shower is like a water blaster! And instant hot. Aircon is awesome for these muggy 26c. nights Great price and right in towm
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 28 March 2025
Sonya
AustraliaThe hot water in the shower would cut in and out while showering. Happy for the warm shower anyway. Would have been good to have a sink in the room other than the bathroom sink just from a food hygiene perspective but we made do. The cabinetry needs updating but that didn't effect our stay.
Behind the rough road front there was a little gem inside. The bed was so comfortable, everything was clean and the air conditioner was a life saver. The manager was very lovely and so friendly and helpful.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 January 2025
James
United KingdomGood location just off the Main Street - bit run down but for the price can’t complain. Never saw any staff but the check in worked ok.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 13 November 2024
Maureen
AustraliaVery run down
Clean bed
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 1 November 2024
Jennifer
New ZealandJust the outside needs a tidy up
Location great for 1 night stay before flight. Clean and comfortable. Rosa was helpful and communicated with us promptly
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 24 October 2024
Tangianau
AustraliaIt looks a bit run down,good location close to main town
Just needs a upgrade
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 October 2024
Nadeem
New CaledoniaThe overall look. It's not a motel by definition, as it's in the centre of the city. If the motel can have a shop for snacks or drinks, that will help. It should also offer breakfast services.
The property is good, but it looks bad from the outside, which leaves a bad impression of the property. There is a lot of repair work required. The rooms are quite clean. The owner of the property was very responsive to emails and sorted out my check-in before my arrival by tagging the room with my name. She also helped me to book a tax from airport to the motel.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 September 2024
David
United StatesClose to town center
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Brooks
VanuatuThere was no hot water and the TW was not working
Rooms were comfortable
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 August 2024
David
New ZealandNeed more staff to help run the place
Lady running the place was lovely and quick to respond. Great location!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 9 July 2024
Francisco
New ZealandPrice, maintenence 8
Staff, location
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 4 July 2024
Kat1963
AustraliaIt is run down, suited my needs though. Bedding was clean but stained. Pictures do not give real perception of how it really looks. It is not as nice as the pictures show
Loved how close to town it was and how peaceful, no large crowds of people. Rosa was absolutely lovely.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 3 July 2024
Francisco
New ZealandMaintaining condition.
Location was good.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Chanelle
New ZealandLooks a bit run down from the outside, but overall, the room was very comfortable.
The room was really clean and was close to town.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Dean
AustraliaAn old motel, well past its prime. Cracked, loose tiles in bathroom. Shower drained extremely slowly.
Central location. Clean Comfortable bed. Good air-conditioning
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Lenore
AustraliaThere were no cooking facilities in the rooms
Close to town
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Martin
New Zealandcool and clean
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Atawhai
New ZealandA bit run down on the outside, however room was clean and comfy bed
Clean room, comfortable beds. Close to town. Host responded quickly via email. Booked place as needed somewhere to rest before late flight.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Randall
United StatesVery basic but that’s what I was expecting. Wouldn’t want to stay there for an extended period
The location was good as it was close to the airport. I flew in late and left for the airport again early. Room was left open for me late and Roselle checked in with me in the morning. I can’t comment much on the room because i just slept there and I didn’t even shower there. I will say the bed was good and the AC was good.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Tim
United KingdomNothing really close by
Close to the airport if requiring a connecting flight.
Stayed in March 2024
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