Manuia Beach Resort

Property class: 3.5

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A clear blue pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a beach.
A covered outdoor seating area with white chairs and a bench, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees.
A tropical resort with palm trees, a hammock, and a thatched-roof building.
A beach resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a sandy beach, and lush green mountains in the background.
A buffet setup with covered food containers, a pool view, and tropical decor.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Arorangi Adjacent To Beach, Rarotonga
  • Place, Black Rock
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Rarotonga Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Aroa Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Beachfront Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Garden Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO KING BEDS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Located in Rarotonga (Arorangi), Manuia Beach Resort is within a 5-minute drive of Black Rock and Rarotonga Golf Club. .This beach resort is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Muri Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Puaikura Beach.

What's nearby

  • Black Rock - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Puaikura Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Nikao Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Aroa Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anchorage - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Manuia Beach Resort

Manuia Beach Resort offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite to eat at On the Beach, a beachfront restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the beach bar or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
On the Beach - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • On the Beach

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (41 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 14 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: NZD 150

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; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December; the rest of the year they are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 90.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 150
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 90.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 15 years old and younger are not permitted from January to December

Property is also known as

Manuia
Manuia Beach
Manuia Beach Rarotonga
Manuia Beach Resort
Manuia Beach Resort Rarotonga
Manuia Resort
Manuia Beach Resort Resort
Manuia Beach Resort Rarotonga
Manuia Beach Resort Resort Rarotonga

Manuia Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 190 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Inga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff here genuinely seem to care about each individual.
On site restaurant “OTB” nice selection of breakfast, lunch, dinner. Full bar and cold beer on tap💛
Sunset
Beautiful check in experience
Nice size lanai!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place to stay….excellent!!!! They pick you up at the airport, have daily activities, restaurant has delicious food, pool overlooks the ocean and the staff was amazing. We will go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. Friendly and very welcoming staff. Setting was beautiful and very relaxing just lounging by the pool and just a few steps away from the beautiful lagoon. OTB restaurant was a bit more in the expensive side but food was beautiful. Excellent Island night show and BBQ buffet. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay, the resort is in the best side of the island where there is shelter from the wind and an amazing restaurant on site. Had multiple gluten free options in the complementary breakfast and the staff were very lovely. Also loved the guest room with shower for a late checkout and the free airport shuttle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was flawless—a perfect adults-only resort for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff service and stunning location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked that this is an adults only resort. Beautiful beach setting, lovely staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful resort. Lovely pool area. The bar/restaurant was great and all the staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, peaceful resort situated right on the beach. Spacious rooms and very attentive, friendly staff. Fire show and bbq on Sunday night was a stand-out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Great Stay at Manuia Beach Resort

The resort was excellent - we really enjoyed our stay. The reception staff & other staff were very helpful & friendly. The location is very convenient. The amenities were excellent. Good to have breakfast provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location. Everything you could wish for to have a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Right one the west coast of the island. Perfect for sunset and a nice clean beach. Room was comfortable. AC and Hot water were great. Staff was great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Oren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, clean, friendly staff and awesome location. The restaurant menu and food can be improved
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Great resort

Fabulous place to stay, great being adult only. Comfy bed and a good sized room. Having the shower outside was a real novelty. Great restaurant. Snorkeling out the front of resort was amazing. Would highly recommend staying here. Nice and peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Lovely helpful staff. Everyone was cheerful. Very clean. Transfers prompt. Nice having the restaurant right there. Excellent food.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

HERMAN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great relaxing, eye opening stay.Learned so much about Cook Island Maori and Loved it so much. The stY was great the only negative was spotty wifi. Otherwise Fantastic.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuia Beach Resort is the best resort! We will not stay anywhere else when visiting Raro. The staff are the best and provide friendly excellent service. The resort itself is absolutely breathtaking with white sand all around the resort and an infinity pool overlooking the crystal clear lagoon/ocean. Cannot rate Manuia any higher!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

It was ok.

Was expecting a lot more based on previous ratings. Pool area is very nice. Room was only ok. Staff were friendly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved how peaceful the resort was. Beautiful pool - but more shade could be good. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Nothing was a problem! Food fantastic. Christmas Day lunch was so great!!!! Thank you so much.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, staff, breakfast. Right on the beach with easy snorkelling, bright fish. shop and hire cars across the road. Restaurant food ok .Waterline bar down the beach great for cheaper eats drinks and vibe. Roosters continual through the night, some mosquitos.No little kids. Overall great would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had everything you wanted for a great holiday. It was just a shame that our complimentary pick up from the airport never arrived as expected,also nobody showed us to our room and there was no goodwill gesture offered even though there was a weak apology for their mistake. Otherwise everything else was fine and we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Manuia Beach 30 years ago, and returned for our 30th Wedding Anniversary. The new OTB restaurant was popular, and dinner bookings were necessary. Continental breakfast included, cooked breakfast available also. Poolside dining for lunch available. Several other dining options available within walking distance. In House tours and transport to market. Grounds maintained every day. Always seating around the pool area. Adults only hotel (over 16 age cut off) so very relaxed and quiet while we were there. Thank you Ross and all your lovely folks who took care of us so well.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Manuia Beach Boutique Hotel

Fantastic staff, helpful, friendly, knowledgable and very obliging. Great restaurant, probably one fo the best on the island. We did eat out at various other establishments but nothing compared to the meals we were served at Manuia Beach. The location was excellent, scooter hire just across the road and bus stop at the gate. Far enough away from the bigger resorts so as to feel like you were completely escaping from the world!! Adults only complex which made for very peaceful surroundings. The facilities were adequate although possibly a little more basic than we had anticipated, (just as there were no cooking facilities at all in our room) however it did not deter from our enjoyment and we are definately planning to return to Rarotonga nexct year, and will most likely stay at Manuia Beach Boutique Hotel again next time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Would go back

Very good. Many positives. Not cheap but worth the extra $ to have a beach view room imo. Nice people running and operating it. all very friendly and relaxed. The biggest and easiest improvement would be to upgrade breakfast. It's a very basic continental and could be so much better with some small improvements. The office closes early as well and whilst you have the owner's number if you need anything you tend not to want to disturb him (or at least I didnt) for general info etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024