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    Club Raro

    259 reviews
    #2 of 5 Hotels in Avarua
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    PO Box 483 | Tupapa, Avarua, Cook Islands
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    3.5
    259 reviews
    • Excellent24%
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    PO Box 483 | Tupapa, Avarua, Cook Islands See on map
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    All reviewsswim up barrumba barpool areakia oranastandard roomabout half an hourspecial shouta lagoon view roomgreat cocktailstropical breakfastrooms are averagesmall poolenjoyed my stayclose to towncooked breakfastmain townshipseafood chowder
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    Reviewed 4 March 2018
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    We had to come to this hotel to use their pool as ours was being renovated. The pool was small and the stairs too narrow for some people to use and a lady slipped on them. The staff were friendly and helpful.More

    Thank Vickey C
    Response from SMRES, Director of Sales at Club RaroResponded 5 March 2018

    Kia orana from the team at Club Raro, Thanks for your review we really do appreciate all feedback. We are currently working on new renovations to the resort so we hope to in the future address our pool area. We will pass on your comments...More

    Reviewed 3 March 2018 via mobile
    Value for money

    My partner and I stayed at club Raro for 6 nights in Feb-March this year. The resort is a little run down and in need of some renovation, but was clean and comfortable. There is aircon but its quite old and a little noisy! The...More

    Thank AmyTG
    Response from SMRES, Director of Sales at Club RaroResponded 5 March 2018

    Kia orana and meitaki for taking the time to post your review. We really appreciate our guests taking the time to inform others about their stay with us. So you know we have a renovation program in place and will be refreshing our Resort areas...More

    Reviewed 1 March 2018 via mobile
    Holiday at club raro

    We had a wonderful holiday at club raro. The hotel pool was very refreshing. The rumba bar situated at the pool was great for happy hour drinks. The warm sea was just down a few steps. Club raro provided shoes and snorkel. The meals were...More

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    Response from SMRES, Director of Sales at Club RaroResponded 5 March 2018

    Kia orana and meitaki maata for taking the time to post your review. We really appreciate our guests taking the time to let other travelers know about their experience with us. We would love to have you stay with us again so please do not...More

    Reviewed 22 February 2018
    Relaxing family holiday

    we enjoyed our 5 night stay at Club Raro, very friendly staff. Was a little disappointed with the poolside room but requested an upgrade to an apartment the next morning. Resort is a little tired, could do with a renovation. Can't wait for the new...More

    Thank Saimah K
    Response from SMRES, Director of Sales at Club RaroResponded 26 February 2018

    Kia orana and thanks so much for taking the time to post your review.. We have taken note of your comments and so you know we are looking at a renovation programme for 2018/19. We would love to have you come and stay with us...More

    Reviewed 20 February 2018 via mobile
    Great stay

    On arrival we could not get the aircon to work called reception this was sorted straight away. Lovely relaxing stay, we were lucky enough to be upgraded to a poolside view room! Loved how the room was surround by trees and plants. Friendly staff &...More

    Thank Caseyp88
    Response from SMRES, Director of Sales at Club RaroResponded 5 March 2018

    Kia orana and meitaki for taking the time to post your review. We really appreciate our guests taking the time to let others know about their experience at Club Raro. We would love to have you stay with us again so please do not hesitate...More

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    Bree B
    1 April 2018|
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    HI apologies for the delay answering unfortunately at 17 legally in the Cook you are a minor and unless accompanied by an adult we cannot allow you to stay, Hope to see you when you are 18!
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    1 April 2018|
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    Kia orana If you are under 18 sorry you need to be accompanied by an adult as until the magic 18 happens you are still a minor. KIa Manuia CLub Raro
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    You will need shoes to go out there. Not a whole lot of sandy beach out front but I did see some girls out on rafts the morning I was leaving. I did not use the wifi because my charger was not working there for my phone. But... More
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    "Beach front rooms for adults were great, also had what looked like a good family area also."
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    "If you are travelling during holiday season, don't go for a pool view as it can be loud."
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    "Pay for lagoon view rooms, quieter and more private"
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    "The rooms in the overlooking the lagoon-ocean are the best."
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