MAGIC REEF BUNGALOWS | Airport hotel in Rarotonga | From 403$/Night

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Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Magic Reef Bungalows, a 4-star hotel near the airport, is located 3 miles from Rarotonga International Airport, with paid shuttle services available. The property sits on the western side of the island, offering uninterrupted views of the aqua lagoon and deeper waters beyond the reef. Nearby attractions include the Highland Paradise Cultural Centre (1 miles) and Aroa Beach (3.3 miles).

Island-Style Accommodations

The bungalows at Magic Reef feature traditional island living spaces, open-plan designs, and air conditioning. Absolute Beachfront Bungalows are situated directly on the sand, while Oceanview Bungalows offer lagoon views from lush tropical gardens. Premium Two-Bedroom Bungalows include teak furniture and modern kitchens with stone benchtops.

Dining & Local Cuisine

Over 100 restaurants and bars are within a 5-minute stroll of Magic Reef, including seafood spots serving Ika Mata. Guests can enjoy tropical breakfasts with lagoon views or use the self-catering kitchens in their bungalows. The Rarotonga Progressive Dinner offers traditional island food experiences.

Lagoon Activities

The exclusive beachfront provides whale watching opportunities from June to November, with humpbacks visible from Black Rock nearby. Guests can snorkel in calm lagoons, take EV car tours around the 20 miles island circuit, or join KiteSup's turtle tours. The property offers free snorkeling gear and petanque sets.

Eco-Conscious Services

Magic Reef provides three Nissan Leaf EVs for guest use, solar-powered facilities, and e-bike rentals. The staff assists with tour bookings, including the Aitutaki day tour exploring the 'most beautiful lagoon in the world'. Free unlimited Wi-Fi and smart TVs with Netflix are available in all bungalows.

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Ocean View Bungalow

Max:

2 persons

510 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Absolute Beach Front Bungalow

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2 persons

510 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

Sea view

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Beach Front Bungalow

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2 persons

510 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

Rarotonga 3.4 mi

Airports

Rarotonga International (RAR) 3.0 mi

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

24-hour services

Babysitting

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Saltwater pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa centre
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Open-air bath

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location info

Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Map view

Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

City landmarks

Gallery

Kay George Designs Gallery

2200 ft

Aquarium

Discover Marine and Wildlife Eco Centre

2800 ft

Hospital Road

Hospital Hill Lookout

1.3 mi

Raemar

1.2 mi

Event hall

Highland Paradise Cultural Centre

1.2 mi

Aroa Beach

Aroa Marine Reserve

2.0 mi

Beach

Aroa Beach

2.1 mi

Cook Islands

Te Rua Manga

2.6 mi

Avarua District

Nikao Beach

2.5 mi

Ara Tapu

Raro Beach Bach

2.8 mi

Arorangi

Cook Islands Cultural Village

3.5 mi

Avarua District

Arai-Te-Tonga

3.5 mi

Wreck of the Matai

3.7 mi

Makea Tinirau Rd

Cook Islands Library and Museum

3.8 mi

Museum

Cook Islands National Museum

4.0 mi

Church

St Joseph's Cathedral

4.1 mi

Opposite Punanga Nui Market

The Little Red Gallery

4.1 mi

Nearby

Church

Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church

300 ft

Main Road

Art Studio

300 ft

Restaurants

The Waterline Restaurant & Beach Bar

1000 ft

Arorangi

On The Beach Restarant & Bar OTB

2300 ft

Restaurant

Wilson's Beach Bar

2100 ft

Arorangi Avarua

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

90%

enjoyed their visit and would return

9.0/10

Perfect

Rooms

9.0

Location

10.0

Service

9.0

Dining

8.5

Sebastian

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.0/10

The hotel offers a perfect environment for adult-oriented, self-sufficient travelers seeking a quiet and relaxing getaway with ocean views. The selection of local fruits, cereals, milk, and homemade jams adds a special touch to the experience. The rooms are serene with beautiful ocean views, ideal for a peaceful stay, but the dining options could be more varied.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are serene with beautiful ocean views, creating a perfect environment for adult-oriented, self-sufficient travelers seeking a quiet and relaxing getaway.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely helpful and offered us compensation when needed. They were friendly, helpful, and made our stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect, close enough to walk to restaurants yet far enough from the hustle and bustle. The beach cabana offers spectacular views for a relaxing experience.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, although great with local fruits, cereals, milk, and homemade jams, could improve by adding more variety and filling items daily.

Facilities

9.0

The bungalows nestled in immaculate gardens and the white sand beach create a luxurious and peaceful ambiance for guests.

Sam

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.2/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The rooms were amazing with plenty of space, a small kitchen, comfortable lounge chairs, and even an outside bathroom for showering - such a unique touch. The cleanliness, beautiful gardens, beach access, and eco-friendly products were wonderful. The staff was super friendly and made my stay even more enjoyable.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were great, providing everything I needed for a cozy and convenient stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience.

Location

10.0

The location was superb with beach and mountain views, creating a peaceful and serene environment for a relaxing holiday.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, especially enjoying tropical fruit platters and homemade muesli under the cabana overlooking the sunset and ocean.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch, offering everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.