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Reviews of Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa 5 stars

Muri, Rarotonga, Muri, N/A Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#28 of 128 hotels in Rarotonga

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Review score

Based on 127 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    8.0
    Great place to stay on Muri beach
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Beachfront Villa Suite
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They advertised in their brochure that you had fresh flowers on arrival, but they said they didn't offer this.

    Loved the location right on the beach and the walk along the beach to the Pacific resort hotel where we could use the facilities. The villas were lovely and the bed was very comfortable. My husband had a medical episode at 4am so I went to the hotel and they gave me an escort to the hospital. Their kindness was overwhelming.The staff were so lovely and rang most days to see if everything was ok. They gave us free wifi for the room and at the Pacific hotel which was good. Muri beach is probably the nicest part to stay on the island as it overlooks a couple of islands and is a very pretty spot with a coffee shop, supermarket and fast food restaurant over the road and others within walking distance.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    9.0
    An awesome place to stay with beautiful villas and nice privacy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beachfront Villa Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our bed was a bit average

    The separate villas that can cater for all the extended family and it’s in a great location in Muri

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    8.0
    Private clean and relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool Villa Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t swim at beach at property too rocky and shallow.

    Clean property great comfy bed, private and very quiet, perfect to get over jet lag. Pool was not heated but refreshing. Had wonderful staff especially Anna and Vai.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    9.0
    Great villa in a superb location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing really

    Nice spacious villa with own pool and easy access to Muri beach

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    9.0
    Great place for a family group.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Three-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds are very soft (yeah, first world problems but still not good for backs).

    Great location on the outer edge of Muri beach, where the water is clearer. Great snorkelling- saw turtles and rays straight out from the resort. Bit of an effort to get out to the good swimming at low tide though. We had a 3 bed, 2 bath standard Villa. Quiet and private, plenty of space.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic Villa at the best location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Villa Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    could not fault our stay. Everything was fine.

    The location is the best spot on the island. There are a couple of shops across the road and a coffee cart plus a fantastic bar with sensational food about 300m aways. Walk straight into the lagoon and snorkeling with fish in under 20 seconds. Wi-Fi is really expensive in Cook Islands with Vodaphone and the accommodation has unlimited for 5 devices which is great.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Three-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location Very well maintained Wonderful helpful staff

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    Well worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Three-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location and facilities

    Very spacious and well equipped Private pool and garden area is beautiful. Very quiet and secure

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    10
    It was a nice relaxing family holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Pool Villa Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The location and massage. The only thing was the availibity as they were booked up for their own guests by guests down the road

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    8.0
    beautiful island holiday , beautiful people and culture
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Three-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the beach was not as great as Muri

    very relaxing had all the amenities we needed

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    Fabulous place…would definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    V unhappy about the 5am return transfer to the airport for a 9am flight. Was told this was because the bus did multiple pick ups…in reality it was a small mini van and it was just us (family of 4) and another couple who were already in the van when it arrived at 5am. The airport was CLOSED when we were dropped off…Stupidly early start for absolutely no reason whatsoever. Would advise anyone staying there to book their own taxi and not let the villa/resort book it for you.

    Spacious, comfortable, good size pool, right next to the beach, excellent service from all staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    8.0
    Not quite sure how this qualifies as a 5 star hotel when it is not a hotel and also not really 5 star - I have stayed at
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool Villa Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not really made clear that this is entirely self catering AND has no included housekeeping - so it really is just like renting a villa on Airbnb, it isn’t really a hotel. Staff at the connected hotel also ‘forgot’ to pick us up a couple times when we ordered a shuttle and were waiting outside by the road

    Pros: on the beach, spacious villas, free kayaks, reef shoes and snorkels etc

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    10
    A wonderful stay in world class and welcoming accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Three-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There was nothing that I didn't like - it was all great.

    The entire experience was wonderful. Very welcoming, friendly and professional staff, gorgeous facilities and exceptionally clean. I highly recommend staying here.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe One-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 14 nights

    leaving

    Amazing place and beautiful staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    9.0
    Perfectly relaxing and very private. plunge pool was amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool Villa Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Not all rooms had an ocean view, a double kayak would have been amazing

    All the staff were very friendly, greeting by name and tending to our every need

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    10
    Incredible - we can't wait to come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The couches were a tad uncomfy, and there was no pantry to protect our food.

    The hosts were amazing - friendly, kind and went over and above. The room was clean and well located - with easy check in and check out.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    Really amazing view and location, we were made to feel really special by the staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Villa Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Would be nice for the price to have housekeeping, the floors always felt sandy, which put sand in the bed etc. We didn't use our pool much as it was really exposed to the winds and was really cold, the ocean was warmer, so that was a waste for us.

    Location was great, right on the beach, shops across the road, spacious rooms. Loved the deck and outside area. Nice big bathroom, comfy beds. The concierge service was amazing.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    10
    Fantastic, fabulous, luxurious, well equipped, beautifully decorated.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Three-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I think the villa/s should be fumigated regularly. We were unable to leave anything on the bench in the kitchen without it being infested with ants.

    Everything was provided for, reception staff checked in with you before closing to see if you needed anything...Everything about this place was amazing.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    9.0
    So private, with the best of both worlds!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool Villa Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    We should have hired a car and stayed longer! :)

    The location was perfect for a couple - so private, and the ability to be shuttled to The Pacific Resort to one of the Restaurants was wonderful!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Pool Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ladies in the spa were lovely, however I think the massage was not up to par with a 5 star spa. I have my own and would suggest more training in massage to make it a truly memorable experience.

    The property was absolutely stunning and the staff were so fun, kind and helpful. They were there to help with anything we needed. Especially loved Razia and Cody.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    10
    Amazing, friendly kind fun delightful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool Villa Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not applicable

    No Breakfast provided... Location you definitely need a car to get around

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    10
    Perfection
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Villa Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is epic Villa was beautiful View is perfect

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool Villa Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything gr8

    Privacy and luxury aspect and nice and quiet.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    10
    Loved it! Beautiful room, beautiful location and beautiful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Villa Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Nothing, there is nothing not to like about this place!

    Front Desk was open and the staff were amazing and welcoming! Beautiful reception area and very helpful staff to walk us through the checkin process, anything we needed to know and offering to help with anything we needed.

    Stayed in July 2023

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