Castaway Resort
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Castaway Resort
Arorangi, Arorangi, Southern Cook Islands, Cook Islands
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Amenities
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Diving
Snorkeling
Hiking
Massage room
Private parkingFree
Luggage storage
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Property Description
With a stay at Castaway Resort in Rarotonga (Arorangi), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Aroa Beach and Black Rock. This beach resort is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Muri Beach and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Rarotonga Golf Club.
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8.5/10
Cleanliness8.5
Amenities8.5
Location8.5
Service8.5
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Surroundings
Airport: Rarotonga International Airport
(5.5 km)
Landmarks: Kay George Designs Gallery
(180m)
Landmarks: Arorangi CICC Church
(210m)
Landmarks: Discover Marine Wildlife and Eco Centre
(270m)
Landmarks: St. Mary's Parish
(680m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies

14
Studio With Pool View
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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19
Studio With Ocean View
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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14
Two-Bedroom Suite
Bedroom 1:5 Single bed and 2 King bed and 1 Single bed
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Tea bags
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5
Poolside Studio
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Tea bags
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10
Studio, Beachside
1 Queen bed or 1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Tea bags
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Guest Reviews
8.5/10
Very Good
72 reviews

- Cleanliness8.5
- Amenities8.5
- Location8.5
- Service8.5
Average for similar properties in Arorangi

Mrs J
May 26, 2025

Arrived late at night ,,lighting poor couldn't find our room to start with... Roomvery basic but was clean Disappointed as we had booked breakfast for every day.... but arrived with note in our room saying they no longer doing it. Provided a boring cereal & bread etc.... We had paid extra for bfkfst.. TV was static. and awful to even look at. Hardly saw any staff ... not very friendly. in reception. Restaurant meal was o.k staff... friendly enough! would not recommend to anyone.... The facility is very dated and needs a good tidy up..

Des S
May 20, 2025

We returned home a week ago and are already looking forward to returning to Castaway for our seventh time in October. Castaway has become our home away from home. If you're looking for a place to completely wind down you'll find it at Castaway. On a previous visit to Rarotonga we were invited by friends to stay at Muri but we were totally disappointed because of the wind on that part of the island. On each occasion we have stayed at Castaway, we have noticed there is very little wind. We are always made to feel very welcome at Castaway, from Ginelle who serviced our room each day and did a wonderful job, to Minnie and his crew down at the restaurant and beach bar and to General Manager Anita and Queenie and Jennie in the office. Nothing was ever a problem. We feel one of the major benefits at Castaway are the in-room kitchen facilities, particularly if you feel like having bacon and eggs for breakfast or dishing up a quick lunch or dinner. Also we have always found the restaurant offers top class food and service when we feel like dining out. One of the highlights of dining at Castaway is to take in the sunset while having a pre-dinner cocktail. It truly feels like paradise. Counting down the days till we return in October.

denisepollardnz
May 15, 2025

Castaways over-promised big-time & under-delivered!! We booked for a special occasion & they did not follow through! See below correspondence from them after I asked if they could make my husband's 60th special. “We would be happy to book your group for Wednesday 14th May as we have live music on that evening from 6-8pm. I will book your tables from 5pm. But you are welcome to come earlier as Happy Hour starts at 2pm to 6pm. Congratulations to the 60th Birthday person – we can do a dessert treat for the birthday person, or if you would like to order a cake, we can have one made onsite for NZD$60 (8inch round) or $80 (10inch round). Let us know a preferred flavour, the wording for the cake, and what colours are preferred” Come cake-time … none of the staff knew about this - WT ….. !

daniela
April 28, 2025

Sehr freundliche Mitarbeiter, schöner Strand, gemütliches Restaurant direkt am Strand. Busstation vor dem Haus.
Zum Teil manchmal etwas hellhörig, also etwas abhängig von den Nachbarn.
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Yvonne
April 5, 2025

In a shocking state. We wanted to walk straight out but had no option but to endure our room for three nights.
The staff are still excellent and the food very good but we all felt sorry for them having to work under new owners who have let this place turn into a run down, dirty, boring, dump.
Castaway had a good reputation for quite some time under the previous owners. But now it has lost its appeal big time. You can’t go down for breakfast anymore, instead you get a miserable bit of food to have in your room. Wilson’s bar is gone and there is no atmosphere at all. Such a shame. Our room wasn’t clean one of the bathrooms was disgusting it had stains and in ground dirt all over the tiles. The fridge didn’t cool our food and had to be removed as it was out of order. The dishwasher was falling to bits on the bottom so we didn’t want to use it incase it broke down as well. The power kept tripping out so you couldn’t have too many appliances on at once.
The stairs up to our room are dangerous and almost falling to bits. The pool was grotty and it needed a good clean.
The TV didn’t go at all.
I was very embarrassed that I took my friends to Castaway, it was not in this state 2 years ago.
It is no longer a resort and I would not recommend it to anyone.

Piula
March 31, 2025

Quiet and working AC.

Teresa M
March 15, 2025

I have been to Rarotonga a few times now but this time me and my daughter stayed at Castaways beach resort we stayed in a poolside room each for 14 days. I have to say we loved every moment of our stay. The rooms are very clean, you have your own cooking facilities if you choose to stay in and cook. They supply you with breakfast essentials which was great. Having the pool right outside your door was a blessing because it was so hot. I have to tell you they have the best cocktails on the island there. We had a few from different places but they all seemed to taste the same like they topped the drink up with a lot of pineapple juice but at castaways they know how to make a great cocktail. There restaurant food is delicious you have to go there. The staff are what really brought our whole experience to the next level. They are all so friendly, helpful and funny they really make your stay a memorable one. You haven't seen the last of us Castaways.

JafaInNz
March 6, 2025

Reasonable pricing. Excellent customer service. Rooms are clean and serviced daily. The restaurant and bar has the best food and cocktails. The staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating. They entertained the baby of our group for the duration of our dinner reservation. Best experience.

BARBARA
February 27, 2025

Staff were so accommodating and there was nothing too much bother, such a relaxed wonderful place loved it!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Golf course
Off-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Diving
Snorkeling
Hiking
Massage room
Private parking
Free
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in public areas

Outdoor swimming pool

Bar

Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Saltwater pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Tour and ticket booking service
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Room service
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Kayaking
Mountain biking
Off-site
Diving
Golf course
Off-site
Hiking
Snorkeling
Activities
Public beach
Fishing
Public Areas
BBQ
Picnic area
Smoking area
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Smoke detector
CCTV in public areas
Fire extinguisher
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:30–14:00
Self check-in: Contact the property for instructions on how to obtain the card/keys
The property will provide check-in details after booking
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
Age | Fee |
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Adult | Free |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals 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: 2000
- Renovated: 2019
- Number of Rooms: 18
With a stay at Castaway Resort in Rarotonga (Arorangi), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Aroa Beach and Black Rock. This beach resort is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Muri Beach and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Rarotonga Golf Club.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this resort include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and a picnic area.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Wilsons Sundowner Beach B, a beachfront restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the beach bar. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 19 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this resort include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and a picnic area.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Wilsons Sundowner Beach B, a beachfront restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the beach bar. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 19 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy for Castaway Resort?
The cancellation policy for Castaway Resort varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.What is the cancellation policy for Castaway Resort?
What are the check-in and check-out times at Castaway Resort?
Standard check-in time at Castaway Resort is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Castaway Resort?
What amenities and services are available at Castaway Resort ?
Castaway Resort offer top amenities and services include Shuttle service.What amenities and services are available at Castaway Resort ?
Can I bring my pet inside the Castaway Resort?
As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Castaway Resort.Can I bring my pet inside the Castaway Resort?
How far is the Castaway Resort from the closest airport?
The closest airport is Rarotonga International Airport, and it is about 9 mins from hotel by car (5.5 km).How far is the Castaway Resort from the closest airport?
About This Property
Nearest Airport | Rarotonga International Airport |
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Distance to Airport | 5.53KM |
Hotel Star Rating | 3 |