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Ranginui's Retreat

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront B&B with outdoor pool

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Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Deluxe Beachfront Bungalow | Living area
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Ootu Beach, Aitutaki
  • Place, Ootu Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Akitua Island
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Aitutaki Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aitutaki (AIT)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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2 Bedrooms Beachfront Bungalow

2 Bedrooms Beachfront Bungalow

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Beachfront Bungalow | Living area

Deluxe Beachfront Bungalow

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Garden Unit

Single Garden Unit

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Garden Unit

Double Garden Unit

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Studio

  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Aitutaki

On the beach.With a stay at this Aitutaki B&B, you'll be steps from Ootu Beach and within a 15-minute walk of Akitua Island. Ee and Aitutaki Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ootu Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Akitua Island - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Aitutaki Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Maungapu - 13 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Arutanga Harbour - 16 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Aitutaki (AIT) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avatea Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Aunty Odee'z - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Avetea Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Boatshed Bar And Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪MVA’s Tunu2Nu - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Ranginui's Retreat

3-star beachfront B&B with outdoor pool
As a guest of Ranginui's Retreat, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Ranginui's Retreat also features a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Aitutaki bed & breakfast.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ranginui's Retreat offers 11 accommodations. Accommodations at this 3-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi has a 3-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8:30 AM - noon)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ranginui's Retreat

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Ranginui's Retreat Aitutaki
Ranginui's Retreat Bed & breakfast
Ranginui's Retreat Bed & breakfast Aitutaki

Ranginui's Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay

The apartment is spacious and clean and comfortable, just on a beautiful beach and the folks are the nicest and so helpful! There are two restaurants and a little coffee shop all within walking distance. You can rent cars and scooters or bikes from these folks, they can help arrange dive or snorkel trips, enjoy their little slice of paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koutunui Temu

Liked: Amenities
Beach is right at your bungalow a place where u walk straight into the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views and close to the embankment point for boat tours. Offers canoeing and swimming opportunities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect little place for the family

Third time to this Island. First time staying at this bungalow. It was clean and tidy air conditioning in the main bedroom only fans in every room to keep the circulation going. It’s situated right in front of the lagoon with steps to the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible Setting

This is not a high end resort but tge staff try really hard to make your stay pleasant. Our every request was immediately dealt with. Dylan, the manager, is a sweet man with a huge smile. The resort is located on a very pretty beach/lagoon. They have free use if kayaks, paddle boards, and bikes. They also rent cars and scooters. The Blue Lagoon Restaurant is close by as us the Koru Bakery, both of which i recommend highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful setting , our accommodation was everything you want, the staff were very helpful I could not have asked for anything more Set Internet doesn’t do it justice
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

RANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, little area right on the water.Basically 12 bungalow cabins .Big thanks to Dylan picking up and dropping off from airport.NOTE:..this is not a "luxury" resort , but the location is great, price is great for the traveller that wants a quiet, low key island experience.NOTE: Aitutaki can get very hot so consider the Cabins with air conditioning..Also the roosters rule and can get noisy...LOL
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Eleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed a week which is a bit long. Got a room without air conditioning which is unbearable with the high level of humidity. We had to ask for one with the air conditioning and a kitchenette- wonderful! The tours are very expensive so we just stayed swim in the lagoon, make use of the free kayaks and the pool on site. Staff are helpful and friendly. The room that we had was just quite basic and needs upgrading.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Shame about the guy.

Very basic cabin. Office open only til noon. Left our bags told we could collect late in the afternoon. All locked up. No answer on the provided phone. The crankiest (non-Aitutakian) man allowed us to get our bags saying obviously it’s all locked because office hours are til 12. Completely unnecessary behaviour and attitude to guests who just paid heartily to stay there. He needs to develop some customer service skills or get off this most beautiful island.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa, Tenino

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The bed in my unit left a lot to be desired I think it is time to swap it out. And the roosters were a bit much at 3am. Overall the staff were great. The lagoon right out my door was absolutely STUNNING!! I enjoyed the area very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic position on the lagoon. We had a 2brm bungalow ocean front. Would definitely stay again. Rented a car from them . Very reasonable. Boatshed and blue lagoon restaurant walking distance. Make sure to take mozzie repellent and cream. The lagoon was awesome to swim or kayak
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Adriana

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This property is set on the lagoon which is just stunning
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jackson

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Sheets were not cleaned well
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked location very handy and quite also
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great all round cabin accommodation

Overall, we really enjoyed our stay at Ranganui's Retreat. The hosts were helpful and approachable. Steve was on time to pick us up and drop us off! He also shared great tips and info on restaurants with great food, ambiance and price. They're grandson was on sight helping with pool repairs and general maintenance and was a polite, charming hardworking part of the team. The biggest need in this cabin was the need of the second bedroom to have an AC. It was an extremely hot stay and our third person had a hard time sleeping. Another need would be for perhaps more than 3 settings of dishes for three people. Overall though, it has a good location with an excellent outlook.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A piece of paradise

Position was idyllic. Walk out of your room and into the lagoon. The owner can help you with anything you need. Food and drink venues nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay at Ranginui’s Retreat. A great base to explore Aitutaki from. You can walk to Blue Lagoon or Boatshed for something to eat and drink, but you will need transport to go further afield. Units are well set up, clean and have everything you need. Steve and Lanie are great hosts, very helpful and assisting with local information and recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

corey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I stayed two nights at Ranganui’s. The location is great, walking distance to the boats and 3 nearby restaurants. The room was small but clean. The area is rampant with mosquitos, so bring insect repellant! The only reason I gave this place 3 stars instead of 5 is due to the lack of communication with staff. I had emailed my itinerary as well as the need for a morning airport shuttle. When I arrived, I had to wait an hour outside to find someone to help with check-in. I never saw the owner again and upon leaving, did not have a ride and had to walk 35 minutes to the airport with my heavy bags.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022