Located within the Vaimaanga district in Rarotonga, Vaima Beachfront Apartments has air conditioning, a patio, and mountain views. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated a few steps from Vaimaanga Beach. The spacious apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Water sports facilities is available on-site and both snorkelling and canoeing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. Arakuo Beach is 1.9 km from Vaima Beachfront Apartments, while Aroa Beach is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is Rarotonga International Airport, 12 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Rarotonga
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nathan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location and apartment were absolutely perfect. The snorkeling just outside the apartment was amazing, so many beautiful fish to look at! I could not recommend this apartment more! We enjoyed having a bbq too. The host was very responsive, we...
  • Maree
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The beach was beautiful and quiet. Good for swimming.
  • B
    Belinda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Fantastic accomodation! The weather was quite windy during our stay but the beach in front of the apartments was protected from the wind as was our balcony. This was so nice as we could still sit outside and not be wind swept away! The apartment...
  • Victoria
    Australia Australia
    Exceptional location, convenience of snorkeling from straight out the front of property was wonderful. Well appointed, comfy beds. Close to restaurants if you don’t feel like cooking in and also Wigmore’s if you need last minute supplies. Quick...
  • Zivh
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Second time staying, and it is a perfect 10 in any way you can think of. Great location, quiet, comfortable, and views to die for.
  • Kel
    Australia Australia
    Apartment was very nice. Very fresh and new. Right on a wonderful beach with great snorkeling out the front. Shop just down the road. Great location.
  • Amanda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location was amazing, beautiful private beach right outside the door, apartment was very clean apartment,
  • Te
    Australia Australia
    Everything absolutely wonderful!! Would definitely stay again!
  • Amanda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Perfect place to stay with my husband and parents! Location was excellent, hosts were so helpful and friendly and the apartment has everything we needed,
  • Tristan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location! Private piece of beachfront to relax on. Easy to chill & look at the stunning vista. Kayaks & snorkelling equipment allowed for regular family kayaking & swimming with turtles & reef fish. Close to shops & eateries. Accommodation...

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Ricky Short

9.7
9.7
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Ricky Short
Vaima Beachfront Apartments are four exclusive absolute beachfront self-catering apartments located in the beautiful village of Vaimaanga. They provide access to one of the best beaches in Rarotonga, on the southern tip of the island, where you can swim, snorkel, paddle and, uniquely, enjoy both peaceful sunrises and gorgeous sunsets. The apartments offer enviable and unimpeded views of the white sandy beach and aqua blue lagoon from both the living rooms and the master bedrooms. Perfect for groups travelling together, the property allows you to be close, while enjoying your own space & privacy. They are conveniently located a couple minutes' walk from a well-stocked 24/7 convenience store and neighbourhood cafes and restaurants. Each air-conditioned apartment is tastefully decorated with modern coastal accents and includes a master bedroom opening directly on to your own private patio with unobstructed beach and lagoon views, premium king bed, in-room safe, ceiling fans, television with local & international channels, your own private barbecue, a well-equipped kitchen with everything you could need to self cater, including stove top, full size refrigerator/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and air fryer; as well as a second bedroom (with your choice of King or Twin beds), a large family bathroom and a living area with bi-fold doors opening up fully to the stunning lagoon view. Guest facilities are conveniently located on-site, including free on-site parking, WiFi, guest laundry, sun lounges, snorkelling equipment & kayaks. To balance your privacy and solitude with relaxation and convenience, in-stay servicing is provided every 3 days.
Ricky Short grew up in the Cook Islands and, although he lives overseas now, his heart remains there. Vaima Beachfront Apartments were built primarily for his children, so they would always be encouraged to return to their proud Polynesian roots and culture; so care has been taken to ensure they have been built to a high standard and provide every comfort as a home away from home. The stunning apartments are situated in peaceful Vaimaanga village on Ricky's family land (in the Cook Islands land only passes through families), which means his parents, aunts and cousins are nearby neighbours. Indeed, the apartments have been a family affair from the start, with Ricky's uncle John Short, owner of the leading construction company in Rarotonga, building them, his parents, Tui and Cecelia, helping project manage the build and his cousin, Nadine, coordinating the beautiful coastal-themed internal design. And now Nooroa Short, John's wife, is the Property Manager, who you can contact for help during your stay. Ricky is delighted to be able to share the wonders of his beloved Rarotonga and the Cook Islands with guests from all over the world.
Vaima Beachfront Apartments are, uniquely for the area, located off the main road, away from street noise, but within walking distance of Wigmore's Superstore (open 24/7) and popular neighbourhood cafes and restaurants. You can step off your patio to peaceful Vaimaanga Beach and the aqua blue Rarotongan lagoon, with fantastic snorkelling (plenty of fish and the odd turtle), kayaking and swimming. Local buses run regularly both clock-wise and counter clock-wise around the island and can be hailed down on the main road right outside the property. Go Cook Islands rent cars and scooters and are located a couple of minutes away (next to Wigmore's Superstore). Wigmore's Falls, a popular local swimming hole and tourist attraction, is a gentle hike away. Muri Beach, a popular tourist destination with cafes, restaurants and activities is 8 km away (10-15 minute drive).
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Vaima Beachfront Apartments
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Telephone
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Snorkelling
    • Canoeing
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Vaima Beachfront Apartments takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 23:30
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 00:30 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about £232. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Cards accepted at this property
    American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Vaima Beachfront Apartments in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Vaima Beachfront Apartments

    • The prices at Vaima Beachfront Apartments may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Vaima Beachfront Apartments. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Vaima Beachfront Apartments is 2.7 miles from the centre of Rarotonga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Vaima Beachfront Apartments on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Vaima Beachfront Apartments on this page.

    • Check-in at Vaima Beachfront Apartments is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Vaima Beachfront Apartments has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Vaima Beachfront Apartments can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Vaima Beachfront Apartments offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkelling
      • Canoeing
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
      • Water sport facilities on site