With a stay at Motu Beachfront Art Villas in Rarotonga (Tapere of Titikaveka), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. .This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Takitumu Conservation Area and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tikioki Beach.
What's nearby
Takitumu Conservation Area - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Tikioki Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
Matutu Brewing Company - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Turoa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
Getting around
Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Palace Takeaway - 18 min drive
Ka Kite Cafe - 19 min drive
Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
Shipwreck Hut - 11 min drive
Tamarind House - 15 min drive
About this property
Motu Beachfront Art Villas
Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
Motu Beachfront Art Villas offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. A pillow menu is available. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Motu Beachfront Art Villas.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10 per hour)
Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 10 per hour)
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
Free uncovered self parking on site
Things to do
Books
Free bicycle rentals
Games
Kayaking
Library
Outdoor pool
Snorkeling
Video library
Water sports equipment
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Grocery/convenience store
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Garden
On the beach
On the waterfront
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Low-height bed
No elevator
Tile flooring in room
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-width doorways
More
1 floor
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Built in 1999
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Renovated entire property - June 2020
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchenette
Microwave
Minibar
Paper towels
Restaurant dining guides
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Composting
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Living room
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 250
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 250
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via 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; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 5:30 AM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 available for NZD 100.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 10 per hour (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 10 per hour (rates may vary)
Early check-in fee: NZD 250 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: NZD 250 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 3648/2017
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms