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Magic Reef Bungalows

3.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront aparthotel in Rarotonga with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Terrace/patio
Music library, video library
Living area
Experience tropical bliss at Magic Reef Bungalows, where a white sand beach and snorkeling await. Unwind on the outdoor pool deck with umbrellas or pamper yourself with spa services like manicures/pedicures. Enjoy in-room WiFi, bike rentals to explore nearby attractions like Cook Islands Library and Museum and express check-out for a hassle-free departure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air conditioning
  • Lounge area
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • 12 smoke-free apartments
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Car rentals on site
  • Computer station
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Living room
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Living area

Absolute Beachfront Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
  • Studio
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Music library, video library

Oceanview Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Bungalow, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
  • 50 sq m
  • Studio
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Oceanview Premium Bungalows

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
HDTV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Oceanview Premium Two Bedroom Bungalows

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Main Road Arorangi, Rarotonga, 3020

What's nearby

  • Black Rock - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Aroa Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Muri Beach - 19 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 8 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Spaghetti House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Magic Reef Bungalows

Magic Reef Bungalows is just 3.7 mi (6 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool and indulge in mani/pedis. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and apartments offer up nice touches like rainfall showerheads and Select Comfort beds with pillow menus.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Property size

    • 12 apartments
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via Airport 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 (surcharges may apply); 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 3.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (10 AM - 2:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 12
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Umbrellas
  • Manicures and pedicures

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • On site car rental

Food and drink

  • Stovetop
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender

Dining

  • Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee daily 12:30 PM–1:00 PM: NZD 20 per person

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Select Comfort bed
  • Rollaway/extra beds: NZD 75.0 per night

Bathrooms

  • Private bath (detached)
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Outdoor shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • HDTV
  • Video library
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/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
  • No elevators
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Snorkeling on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 12 rooms
  • 1 floor
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2007
  • Individually decorated

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 75.0 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Magic Reef Bungalows
Magic Reef Bungalows Hotel
Magic Reef Bungalows Hotel Rarotonga
Magic Reef Bungalows Rarotonga
Magic Reef Bungalows Villa Rarotonga
Magic Reef Bungalows Villa
Magic Reef Bungalows Rarotonga
Magic Reef Bungalows Aparthotel
Magic Reef Bungalows Aparthotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Magic Reef Bungalows?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Magic Reef Bungalows?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Magic Reef Bungalows?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Magic Reef Bungalows?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 25 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Magic Reef Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Magic Reef Bungalows and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as snorkeling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the aparthotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Does Magic Reef Bungalows have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Magic Reef Bungalows like?

Magic Reef Bungalows is located on the waterfront in Arorangi. Popular attractions include Muri Beach, which is 23 minutes away by car.

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Magic Reef Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The beach at Magic Reef offers excellent ocean views, snorkeling opportunities, and stunning sunset views. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Amazing we loved the property so clean and well presented with everything u need an extras n the bungalow. Friendly staff an very helpful hosts.
7-night trip

10/10

A completely relaxing holiday. Our Villa was amazing, staff amazing & friendly , can't wait to return next year.
8-night trip

10/10

Love my stay there highly recommended
3-night trip

10/10

Beautiful and luxurious ☺️
5-night trip

10/10

We would recommend Magic Reef for an excellent trip. Very lovely place and owners. We were greeted with a great fruit platter, fresh squeezed orange juice and a breakfast bread. Wonderful visit to Rarotonga.
7-night trip

10/10

Beautiful setting, very comfortable bed, furniture and owners were friendly and accommodating
7-night trip

8/10

We rented e-bikes and were able to get to town, dive shop and snorkling reefs just fine. I felt safe waking and biking along the roadsThere are 6 good restaurants within walking distance (15 min). Staff was very friendly and helpful. The bungalos are clean and well maintained. I enjoyed the garden, bungalo porch and beachfront hammock.
8-night trip

10/10

We had such a wonderful stay at the Magic Reef. Simone and Lawrence were such nice hosts. We can’t wait to return and would highly recommend the Magic Reef to anyone
4-night trip

10/10

The owners of this property where welcoming and friendly, the gardens around the bungalows where beautiful,the property was very well maintained and we would be more than happy to stay again.
4-night trip

10/10

Great location on the coast which doesn't get as much wind as some of the other parts of the island. Great place to stay and awesome hosts. Electric rental cars at a reasonable price if you want to go exploring.
6-night trip

10/10

Beautiful place to stay. Super clean and hosts are super friendly. Let us use room until 2pm on checkout day as the room was free. I would have been happy to stay there a lot longer and would not hesitate to return.
11-night trip

10/10

The best part of our stay here was the owners and staff. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a pleasant stay, and accommodated our unique itinerary. Their commitment to sustainable tourism is quite evident, and little gestures, such as a sample of fresh muesli or a staff member coming in early to use your rental car to drop you off at the airport added the personal touch that’s so hard to find
3-night trip

10/10

My husband and I had a fabulous holiday at the beautiful Magic Reef Bungalows. The bungalows have every amenity (including reliable wifi) and are incredibly comfortable. The gardens, pool and beach front are immaculately maintained with gorgeous views, especially at sunset. Lawrence and Simone were welcoming and happy to help with anything we needed. We will definitely be returning with our whole family next year.
10-night trip

10/10

Simone and Lawrence have made Magic Reef a unique and wonderful holiday getaway. Bungalows are right on the beach. Excellent ocean view from the deck of our bungalow. Staff and crew are amazing. Electric cars for rent if you don’t want to take the bus that you can catch right up the road. Excellent snorkeling just up the beach and many restaurant options within walking distance. I would highly recommend Magic Reef for your Rarotonga holiday.
8-night trip

10/10

Hidden gem. Felt like a home away from home. The local staff were very friendly. Pool was lovely. Perfect sunset location. Very quiet, boutique experience. Amazing to fall asleep to the waves. The cabins were superb offering an authentic Polynesian experience with unique outdoor bathrooms. Only negative was not good for snorkelling or swimming straight off the beach. However just jump on some hire scooters, or catch an bus and pop down the road for Amazing snorkelling experiences. The location also offered hire EVs and electric bikes. Also free snorkeling gear.
8-night trip

10/10

We found Magic Reef to be an absolutely ideal resort property. The bungalows are very well designed and appointed and each has a view of the beach. The gardens are beautifully maintained and the waterfront gazebo and deck area was a lovely place to spend time watching the waves crash on the reef in the distance. Cars were available for rent on site which was very convenient and there were restaurants within walking distance along the beach - how great is it to walk along a sand beach to a table overlooking a Raro sunset? Magic Reef shows great pride of ownership and the staff is super helpful. There are three new beautiful bamboo bungalows with more than one bedrooms just being finished in the same design - which build on your vision of what a South Pacific ideal vacation place would be. You simply won’t find a nicer place on Raro.
8-night trip

10/10

Perfection in paradise. Beachfront with pool for afternoon swims. BBQ area and beachfront dining/seating. peaceful and private. Well looked after by our hosts. Comfortable and clean rooms. Bathe outside at night and look at the stars. Ev's and bikes for hire. A short walk to one of the best cafe's on the island. R and R easy at Magic Reef Bungalows.
7-night trip

10/10

Loved the hosts most of all. They put you to ease and at home as soon as you walk in. Our room number on the front reception board had all our names and a printed personalised memo in our room of the things to know about the premises and house. The villas are artistically built and for someone like me, I could just sit and admire the construction for hours. Beach and swimming pool were awesome and the fact that the pool is open all night long was the best thing ever for us to cool off late in the night as many hotels/motels forget that it’s not practical often to be in a pool during the day due to strong sun. So much thought has been put in almost everything - the pool depicting a 16th century ship, its mast used as comms tower, it stern hosting a small viewing area along with a shallow pool (deeper pool further in). The villas have practical, aesthetically pleasing and ergonomically thought-out layout. Large fridge, free ice from nearby icemaker and the welcoming fruit platter made us all fall in love at first sight. Nothing I can fault them on. Although they have spared no expense in installing rather high-end expensive hardware ie hinges and door locks, the door locks are easily damaged and hard operate but with the place so safe, and with the owners around asking if you if you need anything else several times in a day, you don't need all that security either anyway ;) Best stay ever for me and my family to date. Can't wait to visit again!
3-night trip

10/10

This was exactly the high end, casual, accommodation I adore - ie. very high standard of lodging (comfortable bed, beautiful aesthetics, well appointed etc) but without the trappings of most generic hotel rooms (phone in bathroom and next to bed, room service etc. Instead it was glorious to stay in a place with only 7 other bungalows and consequently have the pool and beach almost exclusively for my partner and I. E-bikes, snokeling gear, ice, bbq, hire car and so much more always available. Just perfect given my preference for simple, elegant and beautiful. This is not a 'I had a wonderful holiday' rave - I am comparing it with many resorts around the world. I would recommend unless you are looking for a place with a lobby, bar and lots of other people.
5-night trip

10/10

Lovely well equipped bungalows on the west side of the island. Good location. Clockwise and Anticlockwise bus runs past resort every 30 mins I think it is. Or you can hire a car or scooter. Nothing is far. Our bungalow was closest to the beach. Balcony with sun lounges. Comfy bed. Free wifi was a bonus. Filtered water and ice free for guests. Nice pool and outdoor area. Beach unfortunately isn’t for swimming due to the reef scattered through it and the shallowness. I walked out to the breakers one day at low water, was good. They also have snorkel gear and reef shoes free for guests to use. Lawrence and Simonne are excellent, and will help with anything you need, also Jayne is there in the office as well, she can hook you up with anything needed. They also have electric hire cars and bikes. It’s a very relaxing place to be. You can do a lot, or you can just relax in a sun chair and do nothing. We had an outdoor shower and sunken bath at the rear of our bungalow, brilliant idea. We will definitely be visiting again.
7-night trip

10/10

4-night trip

8/10

6-night trip

8/10

8-night trip

10/10

5-night trip

10/10

8-night trip