Motu Beachfront Art Villas

–Excellent location - show map
Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional
  • Houses
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Prime Beachfront Location: Motu Beachfront Art Villas in Rarotonga offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy stunning sea views and a saltwater swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Each villa features air-conditioning, a terrace, and a fully equipped kitchenette. Additional amenities include a sun terrace, free bicycles, and water sports facilities. Exceptional Services: The property provides free airport shuttle service, a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and housekeeping. Free on-site private parking and a bar are available. Nearby Attractions: Arakuo Beach is a 6-minute walk away, and Rarotonga International Airport is 15 km distant. Guests can enjoy activities such as canoeing, hiking, cycling, and snorkelling.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Activities:

    • Tennis court

    • Fishing

    • Canoeing

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mitchell
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Very well kept facilities and villas. Staff are very friendly and helpful and we loved our stay here. Easy to relax.”
  • The
    Australia Australia
    “Motu is adults only property and as a result is so peaceful. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. They make you feel so welcome and nothing is too much trouble. Free use of ebikes and kayaks, stand up paddle boards was fantastic.”
  • Yvette
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The perfect paradise view, the little touches like foot wash baths and beach towel service, the design for privacy, kayaks, sups and e-bikes...where do I begin!”
  • Joanne
    Australia Australia
    “Wonderful helpful and friendly staff available when needed”
  • Alan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Everything was ABFAB!! WE WILL BE BACK (asap)!! Thankyou for your kind & respectful hospitality.”
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    “The location is perfect - right on the lagoon, and the people were very friendly and helpful.”
  • Jacinta
    Australia Australia
    “The staff were extremely helpful, the bed was so comfortable, and the access to e-bikes, SUPs, snorkelling gear was wonderful!”
  • Kym
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It was clean, tidy, well maintained, with friendly and professional staff. We felt extremely welcome and the service and facilities exceeded expectation.”
  • Helen
    Australia Australia
    “Location was great. The food provided for breakfast in our villa was very nice.”
  • Travis
    Australia Australia
    “Great location right on the beach. Staff went above and beyond to help us enjoy our stay.”

Managed by Motu

Company review score: 9.7Based on 54 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our friendly, local, Cook Islands staff members are dedicated to providing the best hospitality and friendliest service possible. The French and German managers Lucile & Tim are here to ensure you create everlasting memories of your tropical escape.

Property information

Welcome to Motu beachfront art villas - Rarotonga’s newest boutique destination. Nestled on the shores of the lagoon in the sleepy village of Titikaveka, Motu (meaning island) is a stylish haven for tranquillity and relaxation. Offering ten self-contained beachfront villas, each is secluded within tropical gardens overlooking the peaceful lagoon. Featuring designer interiors and a collection of artworks from across the Pacific, each air-conditioned villa includes a spacious bedroom, living area, kitchenette, bathroom and shaded balcony. Look forward to discovering the sea life of the lagoon, strolling the deserted white sand beach, exploring the island by electric bicycle, watching the blazing sunsets of high summer, or enjoying a local beer before reclining by the fresh-water pool. We give our environment and our iti tangata (our people) the same care as our guests. We use environmentally friendly products and electric vehicles, and every stay at Motu contributes to our support of our community through healthcare, education and the arts. Come and experience Motu – our island within an island.

Neighbourhood information

Bringing together the natural beauty of this stunning island, along with the serenity and isolation that only a small, premier beachfront accommodation can provide, Motu truly is the ultimate, private Cook Islands hideaway. This exclusive experience means that every guest is treated to the kind of personalized service that makes this an intimate, memorable holiday.

Languages spoken

German,English,French

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please let Motu Beachfront Art Villas know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Transfers are available to and from Rarotonga International Airport. These are charged from NZD $25 per person, each way. Please inform Motu Beachfront Art Villas in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please inform Motu Beachfront Art Villas in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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