6/10 Okay
Samuel
Travelled with partner
21 Feb 2024
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Pros
- Private beach is really nice
- Nice view from room balcony
- There was a bartender (can’t remember his name but think he’s the head bartender) but he was really nice - made us good cocktails and was super helpful/friendly
Cons
- Staff rude and unhelpful, especially a guy called Kieran that worked at reception, such a rude, dismissive person - him and the others were hesitant to call us taxis (because it cost them money) and told us to call them from our room. Also tried to request a switch to Moana Sands Resort (partner accommodation) and that whole process was painful, again were hesitant to call the resort to help facilitate and basically told us to sort it.
- Location isn’t ideal, it’s on the other side of the island from the airport, main town Avarua and in general most things. Definitely need a car or scooter - we wanted to hire e-bikes/bicycles but there was nothing around. Muri beach (where there’s some shops, cafes, resorts) is about a 35 min walk away and the only decent places that are close (within 5 min walking distance) is the Little Polynesian resort (nice food/coffee/view), Charlie’s restaurant (nice food, view and vibe) and Maire Nui Garden & Cafe although the cafe was closed for renovations until March/April.
- Breakfast is awful and basic, only ate there once
- Room isn’t bad, has aircon and sea view balcony but it’s a bit dated and the shower/water pressure was temperamental
- Accommodation in general is quite basic/dated and not much of a vibe
Samuel
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024