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Stay at Sunset Resort, Rarotonga
Located on Rarotonga's west coast, Sunset Resort offers beachfront and garden studios, facing the island's famous sunsets.
Sunset Resort, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
In a delightful beachfront location on the west coast, facing the famous Rarotonga sunsets, this small resort of beachfront and garden studios is a charming place to spend a restful few nights. The self-catering studios and suites are decorated in traditional bright South Pacific fabrics and are ideal for independent guests. All have fully equipped kitchens including microwave ovens and fridge/freezers, although for those who do not wish to self-cater the on-site Anchorage restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day.
There are also seven local and international restaurants within walking distance so you will never be stuck for somewhere to eat out. The grounds are filled with tropical plants and flowers and there is a white sandy beach right in front of the resort, which is protected by a reef. The pool is a perfect place to swim and there is a poolside cocktail bar for social drinks during the day.
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Start planning your tailor-made trip by calling one of our Cook Islands specialists on 01993 838 805
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Sunset Resort, Rarotonga
Suggested itineraries featuring Sunset Resort
Cook Islands: Rarotonga, Aitutaki & Atiu
Island hopping around the Cook Islands to experience life a little off the beaten track.
Luxury Cook Islands
Luxuriate on two of the most laid back islands in the South Pacific - Rarotonga and Aitutaki - with plenty of time for relaxation throughout.
Rarotonga itinerary suggestions
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Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
Crown Beach Resort
The Crown Beach Resort comprises of 22 villas nestled in four and a half acres of tropical garden, which leads onto a beautiful stretch of white sand beach.
Little Polynesian
A small resort with a good range of facilities, Little Polynesian offers spacious rooms, a good restaurant and sweeping views over Rarotonga’s southern lagoon. With complimentary water sports equipment and a saltwater pool, guests have plenty of options for entertainment.
Manuia Beach Boutique Hotel
Manuia Beach Boutique Hotel is a friendly Polynesian resort of twenty beautifully appointed duplex bungalows overlooking a lagoon, reef and the turquoise Pacific Ocean.
Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Located at Rarotonga's premier location on Muri Beach, the 64 rooms and villas of the Pacific Resort Rarotonga offer some of the best accommodation on the island.
Rarotonga Beach Bungalows
Rarotonga Beach Bungalows faces onto a wide, white sand beach located on the southern coast. The turquoise lagoon, which each of its bungalows looks onto, boasts one of the safest snorkelling areas on the island.
Royale Takitumu Villas
Set amongst lush vegetation and tropical pools, Royale Takitumu Villas is an intimate and romantic spot. Its premium villas face directly on to the beach.
Rumours Luxury Villas and Spa
Rumours Luxury Villas and Spa is the ultimate getaway, set on the beautiful Rarotongan coast. Each of its villas has its own courtyard with a pool, decked area and outdoor furniture.
Sea Change Villas
The beauty and tranquillity of the Cook Islands have been captured in the design of the luxurious Sea Change Villas. Each villa has its own private swimming pool and hammocks in which to lounge and soak up the sun and ambience.
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
Cross Island Trek
This fascinating walk will take you deep into Rarotonga's lush interior to learn about the local flora and fauna, and their uses in ancestral medicine.
Day Trip to Aitutaki
Enjoy a scenic flight over to Aitutaki where you will have a short tour of the island before joining your cruise, enjoying a selection of fresh tropical fruit whilst sailing out into the crystal clear lagoon.
Half Day 4WD Inland Tour
This jeep tour will take you off the beaten track, away from the circular road around Rarotonga and in amongst the island's valleys and up its mountain tracks.
Half Day Island Discovery Tour
Travel by air conditioned minivan around the whole of the 32km circumference of Rarotonga, in the company of a local guide.
Highland Paradise Cultural Tour
The Highland Paradise Cultural Tour takes you high up into the rugged mountains of Rarotonga to an open air museum, showcasing evidence of a historical lost village and the survival of the Polynesian people.
Muri Lagoon Morning Cruise
Enjoy a morning cruise in Muri Lagoon and snorkel and swim amongst tropical fish in this marine conservation site.