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Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape

Aparthotel with free parking, near Aroa Beach

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Private kitchen
Bathroom
Living area
Bathroom
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space

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Ara Tapu Road, Vaimaanga Titikaveka, Rarotonga
  • Aroa Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wigmore's Waterfall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Muri Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Basic Studio, Garden View

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rarotonga

Located in Tapere of Rutaki, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga, Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape is in a rural area and near the beach. Punanga Nui Market and Muri Night Markets are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Aroa Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall. Black Rock is another place to visit that comes recommended. Snorkelling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Black Rock - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Muri Night Markets - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Muri Beach - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sails Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape

Aparthotel with free parking, near Aroa Beach
An outdoor pool, free use of bicycles and laundry facilities are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, tour/ticket assistance and a garden are on-site. Each apartment provides a fridge and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as an electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee, and other amenities include a furnished patio and Netflix. Housekeeping is available on request.
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape offers 6 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 4 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 1 cat and 1 dog reside at this property

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests will have no access to facilities at the property after checking out at 10 AM.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of NZD 20 per person applies.

Where is Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape located?

Located in Tapere of Rutaki, this aparthotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Aroa Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Wigmore's Waterfall. Black Rock and Muri Night Markets are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very private snd comfortable . Rob and Anna are very welcoming
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint wonderful place

Our stay at the Rarotonga resort has been amazing, from check-in to check out it just got better. We stayed in room number two which is the one bedroom. Plenty of room for the two of us with a well equipped kitchen. Bed is super comfortable. Patio area was a great spot to spend the day. Very close to a supermarket. A great beach with excellent snorkeling is only a 5 to 10 minute walk from the resort. Rob and Anna are a excellent source of information on things to do and places to eat on the island. The resort is very comfortable and meeting new people is one of the great aspects of he daydreamer. If you're thinking of staying at the Rarotonga resort, think no more just book it.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, small accommodations. Had some nice little extras! Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little 6-unit gem across the road from lagoon

Very clean little property with 6 spacious, airy self-contained condo units varying in size from a studio to a 3-bedroom unit. Each of the units is tastefully decorated with full kitchen (fridge/stove/microwave/coffee maker/kettle) and very well supplied with glasses/cutlery/dishes/pots/pans etc. Each unit has a spacious covered verandah with comfortable seating as well as a table and chairs if you want to eat "al fresco". The main living area and the bedrooms each have overhead fans which are a god-send at night and during the day if the wind dies down. Lots of louvered windows (most, but not all, with screens on them) allow the gentle breezes to sweep through the unit and keep them at a comfortable temperature especially during the heat of the afternoon (we visited Rarotonga during the so-called "cooler" & dryer May-Oct period with low temperatures around 22C at night and 25-28C during the day. Nov-Apr is considered their cyclone season with it being wetter & more humid and more mosquitoes around and slightly higher temperatures) The tropical grounds of the Daydreamer are kept exceptionally clean & tidy by the owners as is the small but very inviting little pool. There is a washing machine on the property if you need clothes cleaned ($6NZ/load); no dryer but can be air-dried on outdoor lines. Note: the 1-3 bedroom units have no doors on the bedrooms (consider them more like bedroom-sized alcoves opening onto the main living area) so privacy is limited A gem of a place
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Stay!

Very nice garden unit, clean, well presented, provided towels, continental breakfast and this was constant through out our stay. Owners very approachable helpful and friendly. They provide information/brochures around island and also do pickups from other acommdation or airport for a fee. They provide a usb with movies on it and also there was an ipod dock in room. Nice outside lounge area and pool. Only negitive thing is that it i a little further away from the swimming beaches but all in all not that far anyway as you can literally scooter around the whole Island in less than an hour driving at 50km/h

10/10 Excellent

Tepaeru

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really beautiful gardens, so nice to relax in. Never felt crowded despite being consistently full. Owners very generous and helpful. Let us borrow snorkel gear, bikes, and gave great advice. Free wifi. Well located near a great supermarket, some incredible snorkel locations and some good food options. Not too far from anything e.g. Muri by car. Thanks for a lovely stay! Would definitely return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a wonderful place to be for our holiday. Great location and small away from the big resorts. Will return Thankyou Anne and Rob
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rob and Anna were so welcoming. There was breakfast in the fridge and a phone for us to use. The place is well maintained and has lots of outdoor seating. The laundry facilities were easy, bikes available, pizza oven and barbecue available. We couldn’t have asked for more really
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent place to stay. Had everything we needed. Great outdoor areas. If you needed anything Rob and Anna were easily available.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hosts, beautiful garden and pool area, immaculate!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would have wished for better internet and Aircon but realise this would have reflected in the price.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely hosts, grounds, pool...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

biljana

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very clean, tidy, close to good beaches. Mabey in the kichen need more utensils.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cate EALING and Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners very kind and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and quiet beautiful setting Hosts were very welcoming nothing was a problem Will definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay at the daydreamer, great location, room has everything you could need and Rob & Anna were lovely :)
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a lovely place! We felt very welcome there and had a very great stay! Wouldnt stay anywhere else on the island as the daydreamer has everything we need. Such lovely scenery and the place is so well maintained. Thanks alot for having us we will be back in no time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely Rarotonga accomodation with very friendly hosts. Thanks so much for our lovely time away!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely intimate hideaway in beautiful gardens. Everything you could need for a stay. Kayaks, bikes and plenty of snorkelling gear. Laundry. Drying racks. Loved there was a blender in the kitchen. Lovely hosts who were super friendly and helpful - beats a big resort hands down
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Daydreamer Awesome!

Great location although a scooter or car makes your trip much easier and better, awesome hosts, helpful and fun, loved staying at Daydreamer, small resort so everything is easy, free kayaks and snorkels to use. We would definitely recommend to everyone. Better than the pictures show.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the resort is small in numbers, only 7 units I think, awesome helpful hosts in Rob and Anna, great location but definitely have a easier holiday if you rented a scooter or car. Loved it, would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful Daydreamer Resort

Julie, Paul and Angel made us feel so welcome - excellent hospitality. We couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay. Very comfortable rooms with everything you might need for a self-catering option. Beautiful gardens, decks, patios and pool area with great quality outdoor furniture. Close to great beaches (left for 5 min walk to beach in front of Vaima restaurant - great coral and fish; right and it's an 8 min bike ride to the Rarotongan Resort beach - gorgeous also!) for snorkelling and swimming. Resort bikes were very handy to get around. A bit of road noise but in general felt like a very tranquil place to stay. Unlike other Raro places very quiet re: rooster noise! No dramas at all from start to finish. Loved the little extras like free first breakfast supplies and fresh fruit dropped off to us to use. New favourite places to eat and drink - Charlies (fab live music) and Vaiana's (beautiful beach bar).
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019