Tupapa, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#14 of 126 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 38 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.6
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.6
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Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Janelle
New ZealandThat we couldnt stay longer we loved everything about our facilities, the home and pool was exceptional
The personal touch from Dorrise was excellent - she met us at the airport and took us to the house. The villa was easily accessible and home;ly - a true home away from home experience. Fruit and veges were available - it was handy to Super Bown and any other amenities we required. Not far from the beach and all the attractions.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 8, 2024
Raju
New ZealandBest property in Rarotonga .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: January 20, 2024
Tamara
New ZealandNothing.
Mama Dor was at the airport when we arrived to greet and meet us. She guided us to the venue, which was so helpful and even helped us to transport our luggage. True manaakitanga!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 2, 2024
Martha
New ZealandNothing
Beautiful home close to town and fully equipped with required essentials
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: October 15, 2023
Kristaleigh
New ZealandDorisse was amazing loving welcoming, made our stay even better was making sure we were set up. ..!!
We really liked the fact it was a beautiful home away from home for me an my family especially being our first vacation away.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 9, 2023
Keisha
New ZealandThere is nothing not to like about Te Etu Villas! It's away from the hustle and bustle but not too far away. Aunty Dor was so accommodating and even offered us rides when needed before we got our rental. Our pool was cleaned daily and if there was any issues, they would have been sorted straight away. Lots of space so we weren't all in each others way and LOVE that there was aircon in every room. Defs recommend :)
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 2, 2023
Lasharna
New ZealandNothing
The pool and how close it is to the 24/7 gas station
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 18, 2023
Renie
New ZealandBeautiful home suitable for families and lovely well kept gardens and property. Highly recommend.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 22, 2023
Rhonnie
New ZealandEverything in the place was awesome, access for washing clothes was a bonus for us aswell... Our beautiful sis Dora love her so much, beautiful personality, looked after us and keeping the property tidy at all times, pool freshly cleaned.. Just everything within the property was so Awesome ❤️❤️
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 18, 2023
Wendy
New ZealandWe did not think there was anything that could have been better apart from advice above about best to have transport of some sort to explore the rest of the island.
The location was fine if you like peace and quiet which we did. Having our own pool to relax in was fantastic and it was a beautiful pool and well maintained. The property was well set up for cooking at the property and for relaxing outside - well set up undercover area outside (dining and lounge furniture) for when it was hot. I would advise that having a car, motorbike or pushbike is best for this location to get into town or around the island but it was only 500 metres to a grocery store and about a kilometre to a coffee shop which made a nice walk
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 9, 2023
John
New ZealandNothing
Private pool and air conditioning in the bedroom.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: February 1, 2023
Olivia
New Zealandnothing was perfect
the outdoor area and the pool
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: November 27, 2022
Tang
New ZealandEverything about Te Etu Villa 2 was spectacular. The grounds so clean and tidy the pool was sparkling salt water so refreshing. The inside of the villa absoloutely beautiful. Dorisse is the perfect host manea in every way. We loved how secluded it was but then not that far from everything. Definitely going to be our accom again when in raro.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: October 30, 2022
Amiria
New ZealandLeaving
Everything you will not be disappointed the host was very welcoming from the airport & both villas exceeded all expectations and the pictures don't do it justice I have been to cook isl 5 times and stayed somewhere different but if available on our dates of travel this will always be my 1st option especially with family and children as there were games inside to use as well as the pools we booked both villas which the middle gate opens up. We also had some fresh veges and sugar,coffee,tea and so much more throughout the house thank you again can't wait for our next visit doris Meitaki Maata
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: August 22, 2022
Kyla
New Zealandme being picky a rice cooker please
clean,spacious and very private
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 13, 2022
Stuart
New ZealandGreat facilities, very comfortable , air con in bedrooms, comfy beds, all kitchen and laundry facilities, great private pool
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: July 11, 2022
Matanuku
New ZealandNothing.
The property is lovely and we’ll maintained. It is close to town and the Super Brown 24 hour store and only a 10 minute drive from Muri. All of the bedrooms have air conditioning, there’s a good kitchen and laundry and lovely pool area. Everything a family could ask for. Dor, who owns the property is lovely. You couldn’t ask for a better host.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: June 20, 2022
June
New ZealandIt was 💯% superb👍
100% STUNNING HOME Our family absolutely LOVED our stay at Te Etu Villa 2! The home was absolutely clean and well air conditioned! The pool and outdoor space was amazing! The site was easy to access and not far from town! Mama Dor was SUPER AMAZING...She guided us to the house after staying one night at club raro and showed us around as well! She always checked up on us and was easy to communicate with! Thank you so much mama We enjoyed our stay and would 100% recommend this to our family and friends, definitely found our new accommodation spot when we come back home. Thank you Mama Dor for being an amazing host❤️Meitaki Ma'ata.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 13, 2022
Mana
New ZealandNothing. Everything was perfect. 🥰🥰
Location was really good not far from a 24/7 shop up the road superbrown everything you need alcohol, petrol, takeaway and a atm machine all in 1 and close to township Avarua. Swimming pool was definitely the highlight for staying at this accommodation private space no disturbance feeling hot jump in the pool felt really relax even the aircon was a bonus for my partner.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: May 15, 2022
Violet
New ZealandGreat place to stay. The place was spotless. Aircon in every bedroom was the best! The pool was amazing and the kids were in it every chance they got. Great location by super brown and close to town. Dor was an excellent host and was happy to help with anything we needed. We’ll definitely be back and recommend to all our family and friends
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: April 30, 2022
Anthony
New ZealandIt was dangerous being so close to Superbrown Tupapa. We went in and nearly bought all the food in the shop lol.
I can honestly say that this is the best Villa we have ever stayed at in Raro. It felt like home and Dorrise is the perfect host. The pool and air conditioning was amazing on those hot days. My wife and kids were so relaxed, it really made our holiday. We will definitely be staying again on our next trip over! Probably book both Villas too.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: March 31, 2022
Stanley
New ZealandHad everything we needed for the 7 nights stay. We had a great time at Te Etu villa 2 (Dor’s place). The communication was super easy and quick and the place looks exactly like it does on the pictures. The neighborhood is very conveniently located and very quiet! Dor was also flexible with check-out time, which was extremely helpful. I am a regular Airbnb traveler and “Dor” was the best host I’ve ever come across. she is very sweet and kind hearted, very helpful, and down to earth. She even met us at the airport and guided us to our accommodation. definitely went above and beyond our expectations. Would absolutely recommend to stay there!
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: March 20, 2022
Tere
New ZealandOur friend group absolutely LOVED our stay at Te Etu Villa! The home was clean and well air conditioned! The pool and outdoor space was relaxing! At night there were a couple of dogs that would come and say hi but they were pretty friendly so we didn't mind :) The site was easy to access and not far from town! Mama Dor was AMAZING!! She guided us to the house when we first arrived in Rarotonga and showed us around as well! She always checked up on us and was easy to communicate with! We enjoyed our stay and would 100% recommend this to our family and friends! Thank you Mama Dor for being an amazing host!!
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: August 22, 2023
Teina
New ZealandHated having to return to NZ lol...
Dor, was fantastic to communicate with. We moved from Villa 1 to Villa 2 and Dor accommodated us to move over with ease. What I did like is the story about Villa 2 being their family home. The rooms with super spacious, clean with aircon. open living space with a massive deck and the main bedroom doors that opened all the way which gave you the feel of being outside. The bathroom is a little smaller than Villa 1 but overall a brilliant home, recommend to family.
Stayed in August 2023
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