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The Sunset Resort

4.0 of 5
Black Rock, Arorangi, Cook Islands
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Ranked #3 of 4 hotels in Arorangi
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013
sssshhhh80 Melbourne, Australia
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Melbourne, Australia
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42 reviews 42 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

The good - clean, spacious rooms, where everything worked - including great air con! The water is filtered so you don't need to buy bottled. Nicely landscaped resort, great location. The sunsets are truly beautiful. Good snorkelling straight in front of the hotel. The average - breakfast is pretty basic, and one of the pools was out of action when... More

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Wellington
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

We stayed for a week at The Sunset Resort in Aorangi, Rarotonga and it was fabulous. The rooms are well appointed (ours overlooked the garden/pool) and have full kitchen facilities however next time I would pay more to be beachfront! Continental breakfast is included in the rate (a selection of fruits/bread and tea, perculated coffee (Cook Islands Coffee Company- delicious)... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013 via mobile

the hotel was very good, there is a nice beach with lots of palmtrees and good snorkeling. there is a nice garden too. we had a pool view room. the rooms are very large with own kitchen and clean. the staff was very friendly and helpful, except the staff from the restaurant anchorage. they dont see if something is empty,... More

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Newcastle
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

Stayed here for six nights and absolutely loved it! Kimi who picks you up from the airport is lots of fun, welcoming and vibrant. The flower lei she presented us with were the best we saw when compared with other resorts, smelt beautiful and made you feel very excited and welcome! We couldn't check in as our room wasn't ready,... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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48 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013 via mobile

The resort is beachfront with two swimming pools so that ticked a couple of boxes. There is a large lawn with hammocks under t the palm trees and lots of loungers under the palms. The rooms are a decent size with cooking facilities. Breakfast was a continental affair with beautiful fresh local fruits. Recommend this resort for couples only. .

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Branxton, Australia
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5 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

We stayed here the end of may for a week in a 2 bedroom beach front villa and really have nothing bad to say about the resort. Every one was very friendly, from the restaurant staff,and housekeeping to the reception and bar staff. The room was perfect, very private with beautiful views, it was large and very comfortable as well... More

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Australia
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20 hotel reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

We stayed in a beachfront apartment in mid April for 6 nights at the start of our 3 week holiday. The location was excellent it terms of the view, sunsets were amazing. Most activities were on the other side of the island so you travel to most things from here but that is easy when hiring a scooter. We hired... More

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ParadiseRarotonga, Manager at The Sunset Resort, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Kia Orana, many thanks for your feedback. Lovely to read you enjoyed the location of our resort and our sunsets. We hear your comments on our beds and believe this is very subjective as we also get many comments on how comfortable they are. Thank you for taking the time to post your comments, we appreciate all feedback. Kia Manuia... More

Winchester, United Kingdom
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

We stayed at the Sunset for 5 nights as part of a round the world trip and wished we could have stayed longer. I almost don't want to praise it too highly as we want to keep this place secret but the staff here deserve every praise! We stayed during the last week of March 2013, our first time in... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Where do I start. What an amazing resort. The rooms are spacious and clean and I recommend the beachfront accommodation if you can manage it. The lagoon views from these rooms are just idyllic. We were blessed with great weather for the whole week but there is a great selection of DVDs available at the office if you just feel... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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8 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

Sunset resort is in a handy location, is set right on a beautiful beach with great snorkeling and the room was very clean and tidy. We stayed in a poolside studio (top floor) and we had minimal noise and the room was nice and had a balcony overlooking the pool area. Cocktail happy hour at the drumbeat bar also very... More

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What travelers say

  • Fresh fruit(7)
  • Drum Beat bar(6)
  • Happy Hour(5)
  • Beach front(5)
  • Beachfront rooms(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Air conditioning(4)
  • Little disappointed(3)
  • Very friendly(3)

Additional Information about The Sunset Resort

Address: Black Rock, Arorangi, Cook Islands
Region: Cook Islands > Southern Cook Islands > Rarotonga > Arorangi
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Sunset Resort is idyllically situated on the sheltered western side of the island only minutes from Avarua township. The secluded beachfront location provides guests with an unspoilt view of Rarotonga’s crystal clear aqua blue lagoon and breathtaking sunsets. This personally managed, privately owned resort has an intimate atmosphere that will make every guest feel welcome and ensure they experience the magic of Rarotonga and its people. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
The Sunset Hotel Arorangi
Sunset Hotel Arorangi
The Sunset Hotel
Sunset Resort Rarotonga
The Sunset Resort Rarotonga, Cook Islands

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