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Aquarius Rarotonga

2.5 of 5
Main Coast Road, Avarua, Cook Islands
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auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Great place to go for lunch with an amazing view.You can really lose yourself whilst sitting,relaxing and sipping on cocktails!Really handy being so close to the airport and good not to have to worry about taxis/transfers.

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

My friends stayed here for 1 night, the rooms need attention, worn out appearance, over priced The food was good, the service was below average prices ok but not big meals. Right by the airport, not a place to holiday in but good as a near airport if travel is early etc. I have been here about 4 times before,... More

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New Zealand
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28 reviews 28 reviews
9 hotel reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2013

We recently stayed a night before and after flights to and from Aitutaki. We have stayed here in the past, when room rates were around the $100 a night but this time we paid $160 and for what is essentially 2 star+ accommodation. The rooms are basic. No air conditioning, curtains barely cover the windows. Toilet not flushing properly. Shower... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2012

I had eight hours to kill in Raro waiting for my flight back to New Zealand. I was hot and check in didn't open til 11.30pm. I walked across the road to the Aquarius where a lovely lady called Dawn welcomed me. Nothing was a problem. I could leave my luggage there, use the pool, have a drink at the... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2012

Having read through the reviews on Tripadvisor we had a clear idea of what to expect for this hotel. It provided a convenient place to rest for the night before heading across to Aitutaki. Our room’s ceiling fan wasn’t working and the person at the front desk wasn’t very helpful with this, but the desk fan that was used in... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2012

Not the greatest place for a holiday since the location is far from ideal BUT very convenient if you need to stay near the airport because of a late arrival and early departure like we did. I would stay here again in these circumstances.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012

We stayed here for one night on our way back to NZ from Aitutaki. I was a little hesitant as from the outside it doesn't look much but found it very clean, large rooms and surprisingly quiet. Really couldn't fault it and enjoyed being close to the airport which made life a lot simpler.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Spent a night here en-route to Aitutaki. What a lovely place to stay,clean,right opposite the airport,very handy. Had one of the best meals on our trip here,fantastic. Staff were brilliant and it has the best coffee on the island. Mine host Terry is fantastic,a great guy to sit and chat to. We had a most pleasant eveing here. Thanks guys... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2012 via mobile

Handy spot to wait for your red eye flight.... Particularly if u are going to Atutaki. Nice pool area, bar, restaurant. Food is very good. Public loos could do with a good clean. Really it's all about the airport.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2012

We stayed at Aquarius in the dorm rooms for a week. Because Rarotonga is small no matter where you stay you can still easily get anywhere you want to go. We walked into "town" multiple times from Aquarius. It is basic accommodation. But it is clean and tidy and the staff are friendly. The resturant has well priced meals and... More

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Also Known As:
Aquarius Rarotonga Hotel
Aquarius Rarotonga Avarua
Aquarius Rarotonga Cook Islands/Avarua
Address: Main Coast Road, Avarua, Cook Islands
Region: Cook Islands > Southern Cook Islands > Rarotonga > Avarua
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Beach Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #6 of 8 Speciality lodging in Avarua
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Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
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