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Vaikoi

Aroa Beach, Cook Islands
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Vaikoi
April 30, 2013 -
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February 10, 2013 -
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Dunedin, New Zealand
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21 reviews 21 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Lois & I spent 7 days in Rarotonga, staying at Vaikoi back in 2010. This was our 2nd stay with Kathy & Maata. We have absolutely no reservation in recommending Vaikoi. We wanted something self contained, clean, comfortable and quiet and it was this and more. It provided everything we needed and was in immaculate condition, with very hospitable hosts... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

We just came back from a 10 days holiday staying in the one bedroom bungalow.My partner and I had a fantastic time in our stay in this peaceful and tranquil place. We have been adopted by one of the property's cat ,Rocky.Since we are both cat people,we had the bonus of this cat's company.The beach is a 2 minutes walk... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 10, 2013

We stayed in one of Vaikoi’s one-bedroom bungalows for 4 nights in June 2012. The accommodation was perfect for what we needed. The bungalow was clean and tidy, had a great bathroom with a good shower, a good size deck, lovely surroundings and barbeque facilities (shared with the other bungalow). All the basic supplies were provided, plus breakfast foods and... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 16, 2012

In rarotonga for the first time for a wedding and the stayed with another couple in the Vaikoi house. The accomadtion was clean and tidy with plenty of room. What I like most about the house was it was a wonderful alternative to resorts allowing freedom to cook the local fish yourself. The rooster can drive you a bit crazy... More

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Gold Coast
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28 reviews 28 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 18, 2012

Thanks to our wonderful hosts, Kathy and Mata, we had 2 wonderful weeks in Raratonga. This was our first visit to the Cook Islands and we certainly were not disappointed. Mata met us at Bungalow 2 (1 bedroom bungalow) when we arrived very early one morning. Mata's warm welcome was very sweet. The bungalow was spotless and a breakfast pack... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2012

We stayed at Vaikoi on our way back to Melbourne from Vancouver (after an Alaskan cruise) and were very impressed. We stayed in a one bedroom cottage which was equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay (even powder for the washing machine). Vaikoi is situated in lovely garden surrounds and each cottage is in a separate garden area. There... More

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Auckland, N.Z.
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

This was our second stay at Vaikoi in one of the bungalows. Our daughter and husband stayed in the other bungalow and family in the house. Our daughter had her wedding on the beach across the road with Mata as the celebrant. A perfect place for family get-togethers. The bungalows and house are spotlessly clean and everything you need is... More

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honolulu
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

My husband and I returned to rarotonga, for a part work and part vacation visit, of over three weeks, and stayed with mata and kathy, again, at vaikoi, in one of their bungalows. We can't say enough about this place- peace and quiet with one of the best swimming and snorkeling beaches on the island a 2 minute walk down... More

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new zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

We stayed here in the 3 bedroom bungalow for 10 nights in July 2011 and had THE most relaxing holiday. The extra space you have available when staying in a house as opposed to a hotel is what makes the difference when travelling with children(11 and 8). We could take food into the countruy from home and topping up with... More

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London, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 14, 2011

A superb location with very congenial hosts Mata and Kathy. We would highly recommend a stay in their delightful bungalow! Brenda and Chris

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Also Known As:
Vaikoi Rarotonga/Aroa Beach
Address: Aroa Beach, Cook Islands
Region: Cook Islands > Southern Cook Islands > Rarotonga > Aroa Beach
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 Specialty lodging in Aroa Beach

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