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Ikurangi Eco Retreat

3.5 star property
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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Matavera, Rarotonga
  • Place, Avana Harbour
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Lagoon
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Beachcomber Pearl Market
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬
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  • Mountain view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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  • Mountain view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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  • Mountain view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Located in Takitumu District, Ikurangi Eco Retreat is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Avana Harbour and Cook Islands Library and Museum. This 7-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Avana Harbour - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Muri Lagoon - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Beachcomber Pearl Market - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Wreck of the Matai - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vili's Burger Joint - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Ikurangi Eco Retreat

At Ikurangi Eco Retreat, guests have access to an outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and spa services. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for NZD 27 per person one-way. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, an arcade/game room, and a library.
Guests can stay connected with WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include furnished balconies, sitting areas, and refrigerators.
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.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 10)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 7 buildings
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 150
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 150

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - noon)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 11 and younger (only guests older than 11 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 10 (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 10 (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 27 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 150 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 150 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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, debit cards, and cash
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ikurangi Eco Retreat Hotel Rarotonga
Ikurangi Eco Retreat Hotel
Ikurangi Eco Retreat Rarotonga
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Ikurangi Eco Retreat Hotel
Ikurangi Eco Retreat Rarotonga
Ikurangi Eco Retreat Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Ikurangi Eco Retreat?

Ikurangi Eco Retreat provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Ikurangi Eco Retreat?

This hotel is situated in Takitumu District, close to Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon. You'll also find Te Vara Nui Village and Muri Night Markets within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Ikurangi Eco Retreat?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric bike charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Is a spa located at Ikurangi Eco Retreat?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Ikurangi Eco Retreat include a casino at the property?

No, Ikurangi Eco Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ikurangi Eco Retreat?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Ikurangi Eco Retreat good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a chef service and in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Ikurangi Eco Retreat have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Ikurangi Eco Retreat have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Ikurangi Eco Retreat offers free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Ikurangi Eco Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ikurangi Eco Retreat.

Does Ikurangi Eco Retreat have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Ikurangi Eco Retreat?

The closest major airport to Ikurangi Eco Retreat is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), which is 4.9 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ikurangi Eco Retreat?

Yes, every guestroom at Ikurangi Eco Retreat comes with a furnished balcony and some offer mountain and garden views.

Does Ikurangi Eco Retreat offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Ikurangi Eco Retreat.

Ikurangi Eco Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the freshness and flavour of the breakfast. The staff were very nice and friendly. Our room was spacious, lovely and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great relaxing place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot away from the main road

Nice quiet location off the main road, exactly what I was hoping for with the glamping tent with outdoor bath/shower, well looked after and great service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Ikurangi. Vicky and Allan were friendly and helpful hosts and the breakfasts were delicious. It's quiet, peaceful, and a pefect stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super nice owners, very clean and natural location, quiet,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nova

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful and quiet. Great service. God pricing. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Hosts are lovely and helpful. Really enjoyed our stay. Outdoor showers lovely and private.. Situated in nice quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Ikurangi Eco Retreat was wonderful from start to finish. The staff were warm, welcoming, and very accommodating. Our room was spotless, comfortable, and set in such a peaceful environment. The retreat itself is beautifully maintained—the pathways are swept daily, and the gardens are kept lush and immaculate. One of the highlights was enjoying breakfast each morning on our balcony—such a perfect way to start the day!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay if you want to try something a bit different
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the peaceful ambience and location. Attentive hosts, highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Amenities
What a fab place to stay, something different from a resort. Amazing breakfasts, great pool. Alan and vicki are great hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the bungalows. It was comfortable, quiet and private with outdoor seating to enjoy the lush tropical surroundings. The breakfasts included were fresh and tasty. Hosts Vicki and Alan were especially helpful in recommending local restaurants, snorkeling locations and things to do. The property also provides bicycles and snorkeling equipment. We really enjoyed our six days at Ikurangi.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Engela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are professional, friendly and make you feel at home. Very helpful and cared for their guests. Nice and clean place to stay in a quiet area and you are walking distance to catch a bus.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing very clean.off the beaten track but not too far to access public transportation. Hosts very knowledgeable and helpful regarding best local sites and experiences. The pool is very refreshing. A perfect place to get away to.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Fine but overpriced

Checked in at 4pm, no one at reception but a big booklet. There’s no luxury about the tent, you can’t close it all the way up, never mind lock it. Despite the adverts it does smell a little. It was fine but completely overpriced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Ikurangi is set in beautiful lush surroundings which are kept well maintained. A small retreat with no children made it very peaceful. Vicki and Allan were excellent hosts and nothing was too much trouble. Their local knowledge was very helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nilesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vicki and Alan are great in offering help. Loved the serenity, upkeep and cleanliness of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Ikurangi - in fact, it was the highlight of our trip to Rarotonga! Vicki and Alan have created a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere for their guests, and we were taken aback by their thoughtfulness. The luxury safari tent had everything we needed, and both Vicki and Alan provided great guidance on how to make the most of our time on the island. Alan’s breakfasts were also amazing, and the cherry on top of our stay! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a piece of paradise in paradise. Quite romantically beautiful in the glamping tents. Vicki and Alan are fantastic hosts, nothing is too much drama and breakfasts are deliciously homemade and vary each day. They have push bikes for free on site but would suggest hiring a car just so you can explore all the beauty of Raratonga and get to the wine shop to enjoy a glass on the balcony of the tent and absorb the view and serenity. We loved our stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway and Ikurangi certainly delivered. I stayed in a luxury tent and it had everything I needed for a great stay. The facilities are well maintained and Vicki and Alan are incredibly welcoming. The daily breakfasts were wonderful. The bus was only 5 minutes walk away and the access to bicycles was also great. I will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ikurangi Is such a great way to not only stay on Raro, but fully experience the local culture of the island. The resort is in a peaceful neighborhood but still close enough to hear the ocean. The pool is at the right temperature and each day we were treated to a different breakfast with locally sourced food and the portions were plenty large. Our accommodation were clean and comfortable and you never felt any of the world around you. This is a great way to experience Rarotonga.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
🌺This picturesque sanctuary was just what the Dr ordered. It's away from the hustle and bustle and beautiful. The glamping experience was exceptional, just the way we remembered it from nearly a year prior. We love how we both breathed a sigh of relief and contentment, when we arrived, and we're very sad to leave. Vicki & Allen, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed glamping, including the outdoor bathroom and composting loo! It was very clean, convenient but one or two things were a bit tired, eg basin shelf, toilet lid. The breakfasts were a great start to the day, and there was so much room not just in the tent area, but the immediate vicinity which contrasted so well with some of the resort facilities where rooms are on top of one another and conversation with neighbours is hard to avoid. The gardens are lovely and well maintained. We had a car which was very useful but not essential.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice but a bit overpriced

Nice but a bit rundown. We had a good time and I prefer Ikurangi to a large busy hotel, but I think for the price it is in need of maintenance. We stayed in a traditional room. These were spacious and had a lot of privacy. But a few things were broken, rusting etc. We also had about 4 paper wasps come in our room every day even with windows and doors closed (they weren't aggressive but a bit unnerving). Vicky and Alan were great. They gave us spray for the wasps, and lots of useful information on arrival. Everyday Alan makes a new breakfast. They are not large but were always delicious and waking up each day to a new surprise was a joy. So we had a nice time. Hopefully they can do some maintenance to get the place up to a resort standard, or lower the price. We paid $250 per night. But based on other places we stayed in Rarotonga and the Pacific, I think $190 would be more appropriate.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness
Arrived early hours of the morning. Reception unmanned. Driver of airport minivan is your concierge. Might be pot luck if he knows where your tent is. Ours wasn't sure. Tent 4 overlooks carpark and office. Not as private as tents 1, 2, 3 and uncomfortable with people looking directly into tent 4 from the carpark. Roosters roam all over Rarotonga including Ikurangi - crowing all night long. Noisy road outside Tent 4 - sleep may escape you. Equipment within the tent is poor/cheap quality. Bedding smelt damp. Ensuite benchtop varnish is peeling off. Breakfasts are varied and delivered to the tent around 8.30am each day. Mostly tinned fruit and gloopy coconut stuff. There were no children and related noise whilst we stayed which was the big bonus for us. Other occupants kept to themselves as we did. Location is not near the ocean and is away from the resorts - another bonus. No outside light for sitting on the deck in the evenings. For this to be real "eco", we would have liked the electricity to be solar powered. Overall, we enjoyed our stay mostly as we simply accept what is without fuss. We thought the use of the word "luxury" was a stretch but maybe not in comparison with a 2-man tent from KMart. Expensive for what it is. PS. room not serviced on the first day! Charged a lot more for 1 extra night (as we had a late arrival) than what we paid via Expedia despite the retreat having a "price promise"- not honoured Such is life.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024