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The Cooks Oasis

3.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Black Rock

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Beach nearby
Garden Villa
Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen
Split Level, One Bedroom Family Villa | Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Main Road, Arorangi, Rarotonga
  • Black Rock
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Rarotonga Golf Club
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Muri Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Split Level, One Bedroom Family Villa

Split Level, One Bedroom Family Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Basic Studio

Basic Studio

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 34 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Villa | Private kitchen

Garden Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 Bedroom Tropical Villas

1 Bedroom Tropical Villas

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Portable fan
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Rarotonga

At The Cooks Oasis you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Black Rock and Rarotonga Golf Club. Highlights at this beach aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .Each apartment features a portable fan and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. Limited housekeeping is available. .This smoke-free aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Arorangi aparthotel include Cook Island Christian Church and Cook Islands Library and Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Black Rock - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Aroa Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Muri Beach - 27 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Spaghetti House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vaiana's Bistro & Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Cooks Oasis

Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Black Rock
As a guest of The Cooks Oasis, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The Cooks Oasis also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Rarotonga aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Cooks Oasis offers 8 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Rarotonga aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Direct access to the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/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
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • 8 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 95.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 95.00

Special check-in instructions

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 front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 3:00 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (10:00 AM - noon)
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 15 (one-way), (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 95.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 95.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The Cooks Oasis.

Property is also known as

Cooks Oasis
Cooks Oasis Holiday Villas
Cooks Oasis Holiday Villas Apartment
Cooks Oasis Villas
Cooks Villas
Oasis Holiday Villas
Oasis Holiday Villas Apartment
Cooks Oasis Holiday Villas Aparthotel Rarotonga
Cooks Oasis Holiday Villas Aparthotel
Cooks Oasis Holiday Villas Rarotonga
The Cooks Oasis Holiday Villas Rarotonga
The Cooks Oasis Hotel Avarua
The Cooks Oasis Rarotonga
The Cooks Oasis Aparthotel
The Cooks Oasis Holiday Villas
The Cooks Oasis Aparthotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Cooks Oasis?

The Cooks Oasis offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Cooks Oasis?

Yep, The Cooks Oasis has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Cooks Oasis?

The closest beach to The Cooks Oasis is Muri Beach (11.1 km).

Does The Cooks Oasis have a pool?

The Cooks Oasis has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cooks Oasis?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cooks Oasis?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cooks Oasis?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Cooks Oasis?

There isn't one on site, but Rarotonga Golf Club is a short 16-minute walk away.

The Cooks Oasis Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were simply sensational, they went out of their way to assist you where ever they could. The only downfall with the establishment is that in the room that we originally booked I didn’t check that it had air conditioning as I must assumed that in 2025 all rooms at that price would have air conditioning especially as the Cook Islands. When we arrived due to the heat the staff manager had reassigned our room to one that was air conditioning and had already turn the unit on so the main living area was cool. The only area where the air conditioning could not reach was like a sauna so I can only assume that if we were not relocated our accommodation would have been unbearable. Hopefully the owners install air conditioning to all for the health and safety of all guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jemma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money; the room felt spacious and was air-conditioned, free wi-fi available. Nice and quiet as it is a smaller accommodation and there weren’t many other guests around when we were there. If you like your resort feel though this doesn’t have the ‘luxury’ factor, you don’t have your deck chairs and pool facing the ocean like some of the resorts around. But it is simple and homely and a good base for exploring the beautiful island. The beach is a short stroll down the driveway and you can snorkel there, but it tended to be more choppy water than elsewhere on the island, as the waves break closer to shore (on the fringe of the reef). Everything is just a short drive or bus ride away in Raro, and this accommodation is in close proximity to many dining options and other beaches to snorkel at. Overall if you are keeping to a budget this is a very decent choice!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like they do recycling, host was very welcoming and informative property is not far from the beach 2mins walk and it was lovely to meet a few locals as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Cooks Oasis. Loved the presentation of the unit and the garden setting. Location of the resort very convenient, close to restaurants and busstop. Great communication with Marianne and Wise, the property managers. Meitaki E Ka Kite! 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic villa-style accomodations located on a beautiful beach. Very clean, great amenities, and great location. I wouldnt hesitate to stay at The Cooks Oasis again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
This property is comfortable with all the amenities you need. It’s a short step to the beach and is right on the main road which makes catching the bus easy. It is safe and secure and the staff are super welcoming and helpful. It’s the reason I keep going back.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trang

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks Marianne for her hospitality. We had a great holiday and will definitely come back for a longer one ☺️. The villa is great and suitable for family with baby. Overall, it's a 5/5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Would struggle to find a fault other than best to think you need an alternative to bus transport. However scooters available on site and great value
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Excellent pre arrival communication and meet and greet. Very roomy, clean and comfortable accommodation, Beach a few metres away. On site parking. Quiet, secluded location. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was attractively decorated and had everything we needed. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Pooja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Team At Cooks Oasis made a awesome first impression by a special message on a blackboard advising our villa number as we came on a night flight. And that made it very easy. The place is quiet and chill for all those who wana escape city life.🙂 loved the complimentary fruit bowl ! Thanks for having us Christine
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Sweet getaway spot near Black Rock
A little gem of a lodging option. Set away from the big resorts, but just a couple minutes walk from the front door to the beautiful beach, with great snorkeling! And the often-recommended Black Rock snorkel site is an easy 5-10 minute walk up the beach. The villa was simple and comfortable. All the necessities ae provided as well as some nice extra like reef shoes and kayaks, free to use. The property was clean, but keeping the ants at bay took constant vigilance. The management was friendly and responsive. There are several dining options in easy walking distance. (Do call if you are planning on going somewhere on the weekend, as many places are closed both Saturday and Sunday and the online info isn’t always accurate.) Note that this is a residential neighborhood, with nearby roosters and friendly but sometimes noisy dogs.
View from the beach, looking south. Most of the time we had the beach to ourselves, or with only a handful of people in sight.
View up the beach to Black Rock
Be sure to take a stroll along the nearby sea wall - the very long mural is wonderful!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this place. Matty & Erin were lovely and full of helpful information. The teenagers were very happy to find that Wi-Fi was now available. We were happy that a water filter was recently installed. We were all happy with the lovely beach only a short walk away, and the pool for cooling off in. Villa 2 had plenty of room for the 4 of us. The air-conditioning and fans kept us comfortable. Great facilities available included in your stay: laundry, BBQ, DVD library, reef shoes and snorkelling gear, and kayaks. There are restaurants withing walking distance and it is only 10 mins or so into Avarua by car. We much preferred The Cooks Oasis over a full blown resort. Hope we can make it back one day.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cooks Oasis - 'O' for Awesome !! Immaculately presented upper level island beach house. Spacious, high vaulted ceilings, well ventilated, comfortable rooms, fully equipped kitchen and a great shower/bathroom facility. The wrap around verandah provided great indoor/outdoor flow with glimpses of the stunning beach 2 mins walk down a short shared driveway. Awesome hosts Erin and Matt are always on hand to offer super friendly, relaxed, professional assistance, nothing is a problem. Their encyclopaedic local knowledge, advice and connections helped get us into all the places we needed to go. A good bar (The Birdcage) and restaurant (Anchorage) are next door at the resort and nice little bakery across the road. First time in 'Raro and planning our next trip already - thanks to the Cooks Oasis team for an unforgettable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan Glynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Friendly & helpful Hosts. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Wayne and Lin are absolutely amazing hosts and made our stay extra special.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

helen Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property managed since June 2022 by a knowledgeable and friendly kiwi couple. Recommend if you are looking for a smaller place to stay with a plunge pool and a lovely private beach facing towards the sunset. The owners gave a fantastic overview to the property including the free kayaks, snorkels and reef shoes. Room has a kitchen for cooking and there areno fewer than 20 restaurants ranging from resorts to a local bakery within 15 minutes walk. Rooms was clean and had its private seating area. Recommend if you are looking for a quiet stay with warm hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamelarose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival, host were very accommodating. We arrived late because of the flight delay, but hosts made sure we are looked after and comfortable. Cleaned our place every after 2 days, and restock everything. Walking towards the beach woth an awesome view. Great service. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to the beach, good facilities, convenient pool to cool off. Free use of kayaks, life jackets, snorkeling equipment, reef shoes. Great hosts.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019