293 Matavera, Matavera, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#69 of 138 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 42 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
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
Pamela
New ZealandCan't swim at the beach
Convenient location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Clarice
New ZealandThe 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
Riggot
Cook IslandsNothing not to like there
Very good communication, unit was super clean
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 June 2025
Pin
New ZealandThe 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
Nicholas
New ZealandCan'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
Michelle
AustraliaThose 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
Sam
New ZealandN/A
Tony was very welcoming and helpful
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 9 February 2025
Martina
New ZealandSuper 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
Eleanor
AustraliaThe 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
Gretchyn
New ZealandThere 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
Kylie
AustraliaNothing to dislike
Definitely value for money
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 6 November 2024
Kim
AustraliaMy 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
Susie
New ZealandPerfect and our hosts were very responsive and helpful. Can't wait to stay again
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 28 September 2024
Hickey
New ZealandPretty close to the main road so noisy early in the mornings
Clean and well situated
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 4 September 2024
Deborah
New ZealandNeed sharper knives! :))
Spacious, spotlessly clean and well equipped kitchen. Great value.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Ted
AustraliaBarking dogs.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Teresa
New ZealandHard 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
Melissa
New ZealandWould 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
Keisha
New ZealandClean, tidy, had everything you need for your stay, good location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Jrod87
New ZealandThat 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
Esther
New ZealandIt 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
Philip
New ZealandWas 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
Zeituna
KenyaGreat homely cute place
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Brandon
AustraliaLocation was good, facilities were good
Stayed in August 2023
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