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Reviews of ShineAwayHomes - Mountain View AIR CONDITIONED

293 Matavera, Matavera, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#69 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga

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Review score

Based on 42 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't swim at the beach

    Convenient location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    10
    Very thoughtful we had an enjoyable stay thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The baby cow moooing all day and night hard to sleep sometimes. It’s the island of course there would be live stock but I just needed to adjust to it after that it was fine. Some nights needed a bit thicker blanket as the nights were quite cold.

    Loved the location close to the shop,gas,yummy burgers,coffee and town not too far away. The bus stop is up the road Clean and tidy. The owners had thought of everything. When it rained there was an umbrella that was awesome thank you.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2025

    10
    Most enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like there

    Very good communication, unit was super clean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shutters definitely helped with the road noise at night, for the light sleepers definitely take your ear plugs like I did and it was not an issue.

    The place has everything we need for the duration of our stay. It was very clean, very spacious and the bed was comfortable and big. The laundry is very convenient. I just love the fact our back door opens up to the beach where I spent many mornings to catch the sunrise💜 and the host Tony and Lhia are very attentive and helpful from the time of booking all the way to checking out. What it offered is great value for money.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2025

    10
    Comfortable and well-located, had everything we needed and exceeded our expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 9 nights

    Can't really think of anything, all around great experience.

    Convenient location near KAPS store, within a long walking distance of Muri beach, easy to get into town on the bus. Air conditioning really helped to take the edge off the heat before going to bed. Unit very clean with everything needed for self-catering. Hosts welcoming and happy to help with any issues or questions.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    10
    Shineawayhomes stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Those pesky little ants, they sniff out anything that's food.

    For a single person it was great. Had all the creature comforts. For a couple it would be ideal as well. Kaps store was just down the road along with a great burger joint. Nothing is too far if you have wheels, or like walking! Back door leads out to beach, very rocky but a nice veiw all the same, nice breeze at night with doors open. Hosts were easy to speak with, and message with questions quick replys. Bed was comfy, TV has app use, full kitchen and everything you need.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    10
    Excellent location, had everything provided for a comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Tony was very welcoming and helpful

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2025

    10
    Comfortable, clean, and tidy apartment. Good communication from hosts Tony and Lhia. We moved to a resort for the last t
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super close to fruit & vege stand, Kaps store, and Vilis burgers, good location in general. Clean and tidy, had everything we needed

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air con was set to a set temperature.at night the air con was okay.i but during the day so hot but hey we did not stay indoors all day.always out.the back beach and the breeze were great for a walk .the breeze was divine.

    Excellent hosts very helpful and just a phone call away.the bed was big .the breeze from the beach was the best.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2025

    10
    Will be back! Recommend to anyone and everyone
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn't anything I didn't like.

    Accommodation was absolutely immaculate and was exactly how it is presented in the photos. Was such a lovely little property and perfect for a solo traveller. Hosts Tony and Lhia were so attentive and caring.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2024

    10
    Owners were lovely place was lovely we will definitely be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike

    Definitely value for money

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    10
    Perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My only suggestion is that a pedestal fan could be provided so as to not have to rely on the ac when the shutters are closed. During the day there is a great breeze from the back door but at night with everything closed it’s more comfortable using the ac.

    Everything is as described. Great location - easy access to shops, buses, beaches etc. the property faces the road but with the newly installed shutters the sound is blocked out ensuring a peaceful night night sleep.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect and our hosts were very responsive and helpful. Can't wait to stay again

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pretty close to the main road so noisy early in the mornings

    Clean and well situated

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2024

    8.0
    Lovely accommodation would recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 14 nights

    Need sharper knives! :))

    Spacious, spotlessly clean and well equipped kitchen. Great value.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Barking dogs.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2024

    10
    Highly recommend, great location, has everything you need especially AC
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hard to fault to be honest. It was perfect for my husband and I.

    It had most of everything we needed and the best location for us.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    We will be repeat visitors as this was a perfect home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have been nice to have a comfy couch to curl up on, but that’s the only improvement I can think of!

    Bright and cheerful, beautifully decorated, air conditioned, comfortable bed, all necessary amenities. Gorgeous mountain view! Having a laundry was so important as we stayed for two weeks and needed to be able to wash clothes. Tony and Lhia were supportive and responsive.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Had a relaxing stay at ShineAwayHomes homes. Hosts are super nice and accomodating. Clean and tidy and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, tidy, had everything you need for your stay, good location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    10
    Mountain view & beach access in paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we couldn't stay longer

    Wife and I absolutely loved our stay here. We had beach access at our back door. Walking distance to petrol station/villis burgers. The unit is well set, comfy and the aircon was a major bonus for us!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It has a kitchen and it is close to a supermarket. 3km close to Muri beach. Good quality/price for solo travelers

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    9.0
    Great just place to chill out
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Was all the dogs fighting through the night in the clear section opposite

    Just being out town and close to Muri

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great homely cute place

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2023

    10
    Great stay! Highly recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Location was good, facilities were good

    Stayed in August 2023

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