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Ikurangi Eco Retreat

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Luxury Tent, Ensuite, Mountain View
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Matavera, Rarotonga
  • Place, Muri Night Markets
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cook Islands Library and Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Floor plan

Traditional Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Tent, Ensuite, Mountain View

Luxury Tent, Ensuite, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Romantic Tent, Bathtub, Mountain View | Bathroom

Romantic Tent, Bathtub, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rarotonga

With a stay at Ikurangi Eco Retreat in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Avana Harbour and 7 minutes from Muri Night Markets. .This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Cook Islands Library and Museum and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Muri Beach.

What's nearby

  • Muri Lagoon - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Muri Night Markets - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Muri Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Ikurangi Eco Retreat

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Avana Harbour
Ikurangi Eco Retreat offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a library, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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 lift

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 organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

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

Ikurangi Eco Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

joanna

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with group
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ash

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Graeme

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
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.

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

lizzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nilesh, Arlington

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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