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JJ's Retreat

Adults-only villa in Rarotonga with free parking

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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Vaiganaua Road, Rutaki, Rarotonga
  • Place, Aroa Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Lagoon
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Deluxe Villa, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountain View

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Mountain View

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Rarotonga

Located in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga, JJ's Retreat is in the mountains and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Aroa Beach and Muri Beach. Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Muri Beach - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

JJ's Retreat

Adults-only villa in Rarotonga with free parking
Along with an outdoor pool, this villa has express check-in and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecues and a picnic area are on-site. All 2 villas have flat-screen TVs with digital channels, and feature kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Guests will also find MP3 docking stations, dining areas and sitting areas. Housekeeping is available on request.
JJ's Retreat offers 2 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 3.5-star villa has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Rarotonga villa provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Microwaves, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool.

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

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4.1 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 49 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4.1 per cent

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 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; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Does JJ's Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is JJ's Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at JJ's Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at JJ's Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at JJ's Retreat?

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

Does JJ's Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of NZD 25 per person applies.

Where is JJ's Retreat located?

Located in Takitumu District, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Takitumu Conservation Area, Wigmore's Waterfall and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. Aroa Beach and Tikioki Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

JJ's Retreat Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Communication
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tarquala

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely tucked away hide gem
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent hosts and very peaceful place to be.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin Te

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful grounds, lovely pool and has all amenities that are needed in self catering accommodation. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is very relaxing, the hosts were friendly and attentive, and we had most of what we needed in the place. We had a good and relaxing time.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Frances E

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely Property

Property was lovely and well appointed. It was a bit further from the beach than we thought, but we ended up getting a car for other purposes too, so it was OK. The pool was a lifesaver in the hot weather!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avetonu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would thoroughly recommend staying at JJ's retreat. Lovely hosts (including furbabies Cookie and Harley!). Clean villa, comfortable bed, beautiful gardens and so peaceful (we even got used to the roosters!).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We arrived late, lights were on, door unlocked and Jaime had provided some eggs, bacon, bread and marmalade, knowing the shops were shut, excellent service, cannot find fault in any way. Fabulous environment, gardens, pool, private, walk to beach, furry friends - Cookie and 3 legged Harley, they were fun! Highly recommend!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent property beautiful. Hosts are fabulous. Cookie and Harley are cool also. Would reccomend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was pne of the items with this hut. It is paradise on eath. You you are looking to relex and enjoy an islan get away. This is the place. You will meet the local wild life. There is no AC just natural sea breeze.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Karauria

Liked: Amenities
Area was a nice tropical feel and look with pool, no aircon, no wifi and t.v. signal, far from main road and shops so must have tra
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The peacefulness of the property was superb. Hosts, Jaime & Jason just fabulous people, couldn't do enough for us, The villas were very comfortable and as self catering, they were equipped with everything one could need. The villas were spotless. Can't say enough...
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hut with lots of amenities. The kitchen is really well equipped, they provided also some basic stuff to get you going. It's very clean and we were not so much bothered with bugs like im other places we stayed in the Cooks. It's a bit off the main road so you do get a lot of privacy and there are some beautiful gardens around.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The secluded environment was great. Felt like you are on your own. No kids policy works for us even though does not really bother us either. All essential items were provided which was good to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 villas set in beautiful gardens with a pool, ladder access. Identical villas, 1 bedroom with kitchen, 2 hobs, microwave, fridge freezer and bathroom basin, toiket, large shower. Outside deck area with 2 loungers, 2 chairs and table outside shower. Really clean on arrival with bed made and towels 2 toilet rolls and toiletries. No cleaner or fresh towels or sheets all week which was a downside. Half hour walk to local supermarket. Bus passes end of road every half hour.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

colleen, edmonton

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

Absolutely gorgeous place

JJ,s retreat is amazing. I honestly can’t fault this place. The grounds are outstanding. The villa is gorgeous. Super clean. Beautifully decorated. We had a blast here. Just left the property last night. It has its own swimming pool. Very quiet place. I 100% recommend this place. It was approx a 20 minute walk to the Aroa beach which is one of the best snorkelling spots on the island which has a nice fish and chip restaurant there and the dive centre and bike & car rental. It’s super close to the Rarotonga beach club & spa hotel. This location is just up a side road from the waterfront but it’s worth the walk. Very decently priced. You will benefit if you have a bike rental ($12 down the road let day) or a car. There is a bunch of fruit trees on the property that you can pick fruit from. Bananas, mandarin oranges, mangos, lemons etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

serena, melbourne,australia

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

A little paradise

We stayed for 9 nights in this wonderful corner of paradise,5 minutes walking distance from the beautiful beaches and from shops/restaurant/bars.clean and fully equipped,I recommend to stay at Jj while in Rarotonga
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christine , Vancouver BC

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

Beautiful Bungalows in Paradise

We had a wonderful time at JJ's. It is a very detail oriented bungalow retreat, with a lovely yard and mountain back drop setting. We were there from June 12 - 23 2017. James and Vanessa could not have been more gracious and generous. What awesome hosts, and what an awesome place. Thanks so much!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

sal, new Zealand

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

Relaxing

This is the place to be for a very relaxing time. Hosts are excellent. 5min walk to beach. Outstanding facilities.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2017