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Motu Beachfront Art Villas

4.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with an outdoor pool
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On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Books, video library
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Garden
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
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  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle

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Rarotonga, Titikaveka Beach
  • Popular LocationTikioki Marine Sanctuary19 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuri Lagoon3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuri Beach6 min drive
  • AirportRarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)24 min drive

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Room options

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Books, video library

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 53 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 55 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Books, video library

Premium Villa, 1 Bedroom, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 55 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Garden View | Living area | Books, video library

Studio, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Located on the beach, Motu Beachfront Art Villas is in Takitumu District, a neighborhood in Rarotonga. Te Vara Nui Village and Cook Islands National Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Wreck of the Matai and Para O Tane Palace. Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Cocoputt are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 19 min walk
  • Muri Lagoon - 3 min drive
  • Muri Night Markets - 4 min drive
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive
  • Muri Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palace Takeaway - 18 min drive
  • Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
  • Kai & Co - 18 min drive
  • Shipwreck Hut - 11 min drive
  • The Mooring Fish Cafe - 6 min drive

About this property

Motu Beachfront Art Villas

Upscale hotel revitalized in 2020 and located near Muri Beach
You can look forward to a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace at Motu Beachfront Art Villas. With a white sand beach, sun loungers, and snorkeling, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Beach towels, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and composting
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 10 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Video library
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Low-height bed
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Built in 1999
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - June 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 250
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 250
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 5:30 AM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 10 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 10 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 250 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 250 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 3648/2017

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Royale Takitumu
Royale Takitumu Villas
Royale Takitumu Villas Hotel
Royale Takitumu Villas Hotel Rarotonga
Royale Takitumu Villas Rarotonga
Takitumu
Takitumu Villas
Royale Takitumu Hotel Rarotonga
Royale Takitumu Hotel
Royale Takitumu Rarotonga
Royale Takitumu Resort Rarotonga
Royale Takitumu Resort
Royale Takitumu Hotel Titikaveka
Royale Takitumu Rarotonga
Motu
Royale Takitumu
Motu Beachfront Art Rarotonga
Motu Beachfront Art Villas Hotel
Motu Beachfront Art Villas Rarotonga
Motu Beachfront Art Villas Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Does Motu Beachfront Art Villas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Motu Beachfront Art Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Motu Beachfront Art Villas?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motu Beachfront Art Villas?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 250 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Motu Beachfront Art Villas?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 250 (subject to availability).

Does Motu Beachfront Art Villas provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Motu Beachfront Art Villas located?

Nestled on the beach, this Takitumu District hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Muri Beach. Tikioki Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Motu Beachfront Art Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great efficiency. Just’s lacks quality access to the lagoon for swimming
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motu is incredible. We loved everything about our stay! From the service to the location. Do not hesitate to book here. You won't regret it. Thank you so much to everyone that looked after us!!!! Kia Orana!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and helpful staff. Property very clean and tidy. Lovely welcome gifts on a arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kieran, Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic place to stay, Titikavika is one of the best beaches on Rarotonga and Motu Villas is perfectly placed to take advantage of the beach. The villas are lovely, so nice to see the display of art from Pasific artists, and have all that is required to be self contained, and I appreciated the complimentary food and drinks waiting in my villa. The staff are really friendly and helpful. Although there is no restaurant it is an easy walk to Charlie’s (the sashimi and ika mata are excellent)and Te Marie Gardens (the cheesecake is fabulous) and an easy drive to muri. Would definitely stay here again. Meitaki mata Motu Villas.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rolfe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little piece of paradise.
The Motu Beachfront was a little piece of Paradise. The setting and villas are marvellous and the hospitality of Lucille, Tony and Mii was beyond compare.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon, Auckland

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cornelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing stay and great snorkeling Very clean units and great staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property, could not have wished for a better place to stay on Rarotonga.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019