Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Nestled discreetly on the white sands of Rarotonga's most spectacular lagoon, this 64 room boutique resort offers a perfect blend of modern comforts and traditional island hospitality. A place where simple, lazy days meet luxurious evenings. Where slow-paced island life meets fast-paced nightlife. And where the friendly, gracious staff meet your every request.

This is a place where you can bury your toes in the sand, or bury yourself in activities. Where you can lie in the sun, or lie in bed all morning. Where you can dance into the night on the beach, or watch the locals dance in the villages.

Location

Authentic Boutique... Nestled discreetly on the white sands of Rarotonga's most spectacular lagoon, this boutique resort offers a perfect blend of modern comforts and traditional island hospitality. A place where simple, lazy days meet luxurious evenings. Where slow paced island life meets fast paced nightlife and where the friendly, gracious staff meet your every request.

This is a place where you can bury your toes in the sand, or bury yourself in activities. Where you can lie in the sun, or lie in bed all morning. Where you can dance into the night on the beach, or watch the locals dance in the villages.

As you will discover, Pacific Resort Rarotonga is situated in one of the world's most spellbinding spots. Stretching one kilometre along the south-eastern coast of Rarotonga. Set in six acres of lush tropical gardens, surrounded by breath-taking views and majestic mountains, Pacific Resort Rarotonga features elegantly appointed accommodation, authentic Polynesian architecture and a stunning tropical setting.

Facilities

AVIS Rentals and Tour Desk near reception handles reservations for all Rarotonga and outer island tours. They also have bicycles, motorbikes, scooters, cars and jeeps for hire. You don't need an international driver's licence but you must get a Cook Island licence when you arrive.

Babysitting services are available and can be arranged upon request.

Beach lounges are complimentary to houseguests.

Beach towels are available from the beach hut.

Board games and books are available free of charge from reception.

Boat rides to Motu Koromiri (island) are available from the beach hut for a nominal per person charge.

Facsimile and photocopying services are available at reception 24 hours a day.

Foreign currency exchange can be transacted at reception.

Glass bottom boat excursions are a wonderful way to see the lagoon and our marine life. Snorkeling & Lunch Cruises are available Monday to Saturday.

Hair and beauty services are provided by Altered Ego.

Wireless Internet is available throughout the entire resort, including guest rooms and public areas.You can purchase a Wi-Fi access from reception desk.

Kids club operates from the beach hut and a daily activities schedule is posted on the blackboard menu. The team at the beach hut are very child friendly but are not trained child carers therefore children no younger than 6 years old be enrolled in The Kids Club.

Massage services are available. This service is performed on the beach, in a designated resort room or if you prefer in your own room.

Reception operates 24 hours a day. Sailing boats are available for hire and use inside the lagoon.

Snorkelling equipment and kayaks are available from the Beach Hut on a complimentary basis.

Swimming Pool is situated up the path behind reception.

The Beach Hut is open from 8am to 6pm daily.

Windsurfing lessons are complimentary and board and sail rental is organised at the beach hut. Both group and individual lessons are available.

Dining

Dining at Pacific Resort is a fine experience. Be relaxed with a casual beachfront meal at Sandals Beachfront, be tempted by succulent fresh seafood, Pacific and international dishes at Sandals restaurant or be summoned by beating drums to an authentic Cook Island feast. Alternatively, be indulgent and simply order breakfast, lunch or dinner in the private sanctuary of your room. Pacific Resort Rarotonga offers a variety of dining options and venues including:

Sandals Restaurant serving breakfast and dinner daily

Sandals Beachfront serving lunch and dinner daily

Sandals Courtyard serving lunch and dinner daily

Sandals Sandbox serving lunch and snacks daily

Barefoot Bar serving lunch and snacks daily

Entertainment

A visit to the Cook Islands is not complete without experiencing an Island Night.

Pacific Resort Rarotonga features an Island Night each Friday and Monday evening - it is essential that you book in advance.

Friday evenings Island night offers a buffet of local produce and herbs and spices all cooked the traditional way in an 'umu' - a hot rock ground oven.

Feast to your heart's content on taro, breadfruit, pawpaw, mango, puke, yams and other island specialties and experience the delicious flavour of meat and seafood cooked in the Umu.

Monday evenings Island night offers an 'A La Carte' selection of local produce and herbs and spices all cooked with traditional recipies and blends.

Song and Dance:

After you have savoured the delicasies of traditional cuisine, it is time to experience the passionate performance of Cook Island song and dance!

Cook Island dancers are amongst the best in the world and their rhythm and style is considered an art form. Island Women move their hips at lightning speed, to the beat of the wooden and skin drums. Island Song is equally impressive. Hear the magnificent harmonies echoing around you and across the beach.

The finale of the Island Night is the Ura Piaini - where all guests are invited to participate in the dance and it's a time to really let go, throw yourself into the occasion and enjoy yourself!

Room Facilities

Pacific Resort Rarotonga offer a great range of rooms and services to truly compliment any Cook Islands holiday.

The property also has 1 Beachfront, 2 Lagoon and 4 Garden Villas which all have 2 separate bedrooms, one with ensuite and another bathroom area as well. They are private and great for families or two couples travelling together. All rooms have a separate bedroom, bathroom and lounge area.

The new Beachfront rooms offer spacious and luxurious accommodation over two levels with great views of the lagoon.

All rooms have: Private Balcony/Patio - King Bed - Beach Towels - Hair Dryer - Air

Conditioning - Ceiling Fan - Insect/Fly Screens - Direct dial IDD telephone - Wireless Internet Access from all guest rooms and public areas - Mini fridge - Tea & Coffee making facilities - Iron & Ironing board - In Room Safe - Evening Turndown service.

Wedding Facilities

Say I do the Polynesian way...

You're helped gently to your seat on board a traditional Cook Islands vaka, garlanded with flowers. Slowly, gracefully, you're paddled over the water as brilliantly coloured tropical fish dart amongst the coral outcrops.

As you near the shore, a warrior raises the parau to his lips and sounds a clear note to announce your arrival to the waiting groom and your wedding guests:

This is just a brief introduction to the wedding ceremony services and options.

There are several wedding packages and we will be happy to discuss them with you.

Your wedding venue options for Pacific Resort Rarotonga, are:

Beautifully landscaped tropical gardens, streams and rock pools.

Muri Beach: Rarotonga's champagne stretch of white sandy beach with a lagoon backdrop.

Motu Koromiri: Uninhabited island enriched by tropical vegetation.