Little Polynesian Resort
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Little Polynesian Resort

No.1 of Cultural Hotels in Southern Cook Islands
Main Road - Titikaveka, Takitumu, Southern Cook Islands, Cook Islands
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With a stay at Little Polynesian Resort in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Muri Lagoon. This beach resort is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Muri Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Te Vara Nui Village.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Airport drop-off available
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Amenities
Snorkeling
Public parkingFree
Luggage storage
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in public areas
Surfing
Airport pick-up
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Property Description
With a stay at Little Polynesian Resort in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Muri Lagoon. This beach resort is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Muri Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Te Vara Nui Village.
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4.6/5
Great
Great location! View and food amazing!
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Surroundings
Airport: Rarotonga International Airport
(15.8 km)
Landmarks: Titikaveka Beach
(<100m)
Landmarks: Maire Nui Gardens and Cafe
(170m)
Landmarks: Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
(220m)
Landmarks: Titikaveka CICC Church
(630m)
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Rooms

Guest Reviews

Services & Amenities

Policies

Garden Studio
13

Garden Studio

Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
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Beachfront Bungalow
13

Beachfront Bungalow

Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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Guest Reviews

4.6/5
Great
70 reviews
Verified Reviews
  • Cleanliness4.6
  • Amenities4.6
  • Location4.6
  • Service4.6
Average for similar properties in Takitumu
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AI Summary
The property features spacious, clean rooms with ocean views and convenient location. Guests enjoy modern amenities, delicious breakfast options, and friendly, attentive staff providing top-notch hospitality.
C‍a‍t‍h‍y
July 23, 2023
Great location! View and food amazing!
L‍i‍l‍i‍y‍a‍p‍o‍n‍y
February 7, 2025
As a black diamond VIP of Ctrip, I strongly recommend that you do not stay in Rarotonga in the Cook Islands, but go directly to Aitutaki. I don't know how this hotel was rated as an SLH member. The hotel is very small, there is no spa, there is only one restaurant besides the guest rooms, the room service menu is exactly the same as the restaurant menu, you will get tired of it after a few days, the room facilities look like domestic express hotels, the hotel sheets look dirty and black, and very damp, the female waitresses in the restaurant look very unfriendly, because we want some tissues when we eat seafood shelling, their attitude is really bad, they said they don't provide tissues, there are cloth napkins on the table, the room service waiter had a very long face, and kept staring at me, what does it mean? The funniest thing is that because we think the hotel's towels are dirty, we only used the towels we brought the whole time, after checking out, it seems that the towels in the room can't be found, so they came to ask us, the attitude here is very good, I said I didn't see it, after leaving, I found that they actually tore a hole in the luggage bag that I left at the concierge, I tip $10 every day, do you suspect that the guests took your torn towels? This is ridiculous, and we have a flight in the afternoon. We were told to check out at 10am and we couldn't delay. This was the first time I encountered this. There was no air conditioning in the lobby and we had to wait. The hotel staff went into their offices to use the air conditioning. We were not even offered a glass of water. After check-out, no one cared about us. I was speechless. I urge everyone not to stay at this hotel. It was a very bad experience.
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d‍a‍v‍i‍d‍a‍r‍c‍h‍i
September 6, 2023
The resort is good. It is a popular one in the local area. It is quite expensive at 3k per night. The price-performance ratio is average. Although it has the best beaches and lagoons on the main island, it is still incomparable with the outlying islands. It is good to stay for one night and experience it. OK.
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1‍4‍3‍T‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍G‍e‍n‍i‍e
November 5, 2024
We travelled around the island and can say for sure that Little Poly stands out. It's located on the best side of the island in terms of views - turquoise lagoon and white powdery sand greets you any time of day, regardless of the tide. The views are picture perfect like straight out of a brochure. The staff are the best, so friendly and greet you by name...love the personal touch! The tropical brekkie was healthy and sufficient. What we loved most was the staff going over and beyond in terms of keeping things flexible. There's always a gap between check-out at one place and check-in at another and/or with flights schedules. Little Poly did more then they needed to in terms of making us comfortable during those gaps, holding our bags, providing access to the room when ready instead of strictly waiting for check-in times (another place made us wait strictly until check-in when the room was clearly ready, I don't see the logic in that). The pool was amazing. They provide complimentary snorkeling gear, reef shoes, kayaks and SUPs and filtered water. We loved our stay so much that we are already planning a group trip in the near future.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 21, 2025
Fabulous! The rooms are large, bright and clean. The large deck looks straight onto the water. The resort grounds are small but very clean. The restaurant is amazing but small so you need to book. We didn’t swim in the pool but it is right beside the restaurant which I found a little awkward. We walked to the local gardens with a cafe and Charlie’s diner for drinks. We hired a car for a day to drive around the island, to the markets and stopped at the Pacific Hotel for drinks. The staff were extremely friendly and had outstanding service. We left on an early flight before the restaurant opened but we were given some breakfast and milk for coffee the night before so we could eat in our room before we left.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 18, 2024
Beautiful setting - like a postcard with view over the pool, palm trees and golden sand, excellent food and a great selection and generous portions too. We came for a friends significant birthday and it was fab. Friendly staff and good value - definitely recommend
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 18, 2024
Very nice property, with a lovely pool. Package included a tropical continental breakfast which was lovely, but had to pay extra for a cafe coffee. Garden villa was lovely, but no umbrellas over the Sun loungers. Also no where to hang wet clothing. The beach is lovely and very swim able. The island bus stops out the front, which takes you all around the island. 98% of the staff are local islanders and are such beautiful people.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
November 15, 2024
First time staying at this resort and so glad we did. We had beach front bungalow - Large deck with chairs, just steps from the lagoon. Room was very spacious. Very comfortable bed (King), large bathroom area and an outdoor shower with a clothes line out back. Check in was a breeze, parking out front for the hire car. They have filtered water in the room and you can refill at the bar - fill any bottles you are taking with you for the day activities (They even stored out bottles in the fridge while we had breakfast which was much appreciated) We opted for the Tropical Breakfast which included tea/coffee, Juice, Fruit, a different little treat like a cake or quiche etc, cereal and toast. (Big breakfast) You can pay for the cooked breakfast and we did this on the last day - lovely. Use of kayaks, snorkeling gear etc and also reef shoes on request. On the first night we opted to have dinner at the restaurant - it was a stand out, best meal of the trip. Char-Grilled Rib Eye Fillet with Vegetables, just incredibly delicious!! Very good assortment of wines, cocktails etc as well. Good selection of movies. Staff were fabulous. Only slight hiccup was checking out, sat for 20 minutes waiting to be checked out, in the end because we had a flight to catch, we had to actually go again and ask for someone to do it urgently - I'm not sure what the hold up was, there was no one checking in our out at the time, perhaps there is a specific person who usually does it and they weren't on site? Would definitely recommend, the view is fabulous from your deck - it's an oasis. These boutique hotels have won me over - less people, just so relaxing. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Activities
Cleaning Services
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 10:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–19:00

Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeWestern
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 2005
  • Number of Rooms: 14
With a stay at Little Polynesian Resort in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Muri Lagoon. This beach resort is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Muri Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Te Vara Nui Village.

Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Grab a bite to eat at Little Poly Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant where you can take in the pool view and dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Little Polynesian Resort?

The check-in time at Little Polynesian Resort is 14:00 and the check-out time is 10:00.

Does Little Polynesian Resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, Little Polynesian Resort has a pool.

Are pets allowed at Little Polynesian Resort?

No, pets are not allowed at Little Polynesian Resort.

Does Little Polynesian Resort provide breakfast?

Yes, Guests staying at Little Polynesian Resort can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): Western.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Polynesian Resort?

Prices at Little Polynesian Resort are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

How to get from the closest airport to Little Polynesian Resort?

The closest airport is Rarotonga International Airport, and it is about 23 mins from hotel by car (15.8 km).

What is the cancellation policy for Little Polynesian Resort?

The cancellation policy for Little Polynesian Resort varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

Does Little Polynesian Resort offer airport transfer services?

Yes, Little Polynesian Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We suggest you call ahead to confirm details.

About This Property

Nearest AirportRarotonga International Airport
Distance to Airport15.84KM
Average Price FromAED2048
Hotel Star Rating4