The Passage Villas

We have just returned from a superb family holiday staying at The Passsge Villas in Rarotonga. I highly recommend this accommodation if you are looking for beachfront with spectacular views, peace & privacy all at a reasonable price. Very close to Muri for shopping, dining and swimming and only a short drive to Avarua. A rental car/bike recommended for convenience. The very sheltered ( deep) swimming pool was our favourite meeting place mid afternoon and whale watching was much enjoyed by all. Our hosts Michele & Svien were great and their daily service was an unexpected bonus. Pauline

Small individual villas looking directly out to the sea. There are a small number of villas positioned in a way that there is plenty of privacy while also having perfect views out to the ocean. One room with a bed and couch, a small kitchen attached with a bathroom off to one side. Each villa has a covered deck so that even when it rains you can just relax and look at the view. The home made bar provieds a perfect place for guests to mix and mingle if desired. Fantastic sun rises with a perfect little seating area right on the water, I spent many hours just sitting and watching the water and fish from this spot. Appatently whales can be seen passing through just off of the beach at the right time of year. The owners were great, pointing out local spots and even inviting us along to a local dance competition and fishing weigh in. These were local events we never would have realised were on and were a fantastic addition to our visit to Rarotonga. Also great advice on local places to eat. The location is walking distance to the lagoon cruises and the night market but I suggest getting a car or scooter to see the whole island. We found that "just up the road" was always just past walking distance. On site there is a beautiful pool surrounded by tropical vegetation if you don't want to leave the property for a swim and there are plenty of great snorkeling places nearby. Due to the small number of villas it is a perfect little couples retreat or for a larger family group to have a place all for themselves.