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Motu Beachfront Art Villas

4.0 star property
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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
View from room
Concierge desk
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Bicycling

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Titikaveka Beach, Rarotonga
  • Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
    10 min walk
  • Takitumu Conservation Area
    14 min walk
  • Tikioki Beach
    19 min walk
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    28 min drive

Room options

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Books, video library

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lagoon View

  • 53 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Beachfront

  • 55 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Books, video library

Premium Villa, 1 Bedroom, Beachfront

  • 55 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Garden View | Living area

Studio, Garden View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rarotonga

With a stay at Motu Beachfront Art Villas in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. .This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Takitumu Conservation Area and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tikioki Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 19 min walk
  • Muri Lagoon - 3 min drive
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 4 min drive
  • Muri Beach - 7 min drive
  • Aroa Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sails Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Motu Beachfront Art Villas

Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
Motu Beachfront Art Villas offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. A pillow menu is available. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Motu Beachfront Art Villas.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

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 public transport

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

Things to do

  • Bike parking
  • Free bike hire
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Corner/local shop
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height bed
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Games
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property – June 2020
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Video library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing
  • 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

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

Motu Beachfront Art Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the privacy, beach and facilities.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole staff was extremely friendly. The room was like a little apartment well furnished. The location was great for snorkelling. We had a great welcoming with fresh fruit and vegetables, vine and beers in the fridge. Any thing to have a self-breakfast was provided.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mairi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend Motu Villas. Small place with only 11 villas, it is very peaceful, and an amazing location right on the beach with amazing snorkelling and sea life straight off the beach. All the staff are super friendly. Thanks to Lucile, Tim & Mii, who were happy for a chat any time. Villa was very spacious with separate bedroom, and fully equipped kitchen. We had fresh fruit, bread, eggs, milk, butter, jam & honey on our arrival. We grabbed some supplies in Avarua CITC supermarket and that was our breakfast/lunch sorted for the week. Hired a car for a few days and also got the bus a few times. Walking distance to Little Polynesian, Moana Sands & Charlies for dinner. Borrowed the e-bikes and biked around the island one day (32km) – well worth it. Lovely pool & self-service bar. Will definitely come back here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motu is my favourite place on the planet. The villas are perfect, and to lay on the sun longer out the front looking at the shy through the palms, then out over the crystal aqua water is absolute bliss.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siegfried

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Managers Lucile, Tim and Mii and the rest of the staff were so accommodating and friendly and kept the place looking immaculate at any time of the day. Read the back story of the whole place and could see the love and passion poured in to the place. Would definitely recommend to anyone to stay at Motu.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margareta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and very relaxing with lovely staff and everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a property! E-bikes, kayaks, and great snorkeling just steps away from our villa. The service was incredible!

10/10 Excellent

Cat

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful place to stay. Snorkelling on your doorstep is some of the best on the island. The e-bikes were great, we used them almost every day to get around the island. The outlook over the lagoon is beautiful and so relaxing. The staff are super friendly and helpful with lots of generous little touches that just bring this experience up a level. Absolutely can’t fault the place and we’d definitely stay again when we come back to Rarotonga.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

K M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motu is beautiful. It’s the most relaxing place I’ve ever been. Sitting on the sun lounges overlooking the lagoon, book in hand was bliss. The snorkelling in the lagoon was magical. The villas were stunning, and all the staff lovely. It’s a slice of paradise
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
OUTSTANDING BECH VILLA RESORT
Super Friendly Staff! The Villa was Perfect size and Has Everything to make You feel at Home… The Location on the Island is Definitely on spot… Close enough to everything and far enough way to keep the Beach to just The Mutó Villa’s. Truthfully it was the Best Beach we found the whole week on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A special getaway
Fantastic property to spend our 25th anniversary at. Very relaxing and on a great beach. Tim and Lucille are fantastic managers as were all that worked there. If you are looking for a special getaway on Rorotonga..this is the place. Note...if you are staying on Raro for a while, I suggest a scooter or car to get around. We got around on the public bus and the free e-bikes at Royals Takituma. Fantastic property!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019