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Sea Change Villas

4.5 star property
Upmarket hotel in Takitumu District with 15 outdoor pools

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Front of property
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Living area
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 15 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private pool
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Private kitchen

Villa, Lagoon View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 94 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, Beachfront

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 94 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

2-bedroom Lagoon View Executive Villa

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 185 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

3-bedroom Lagoon View Executive Villa

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 200 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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About the area

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Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive
  • Muri Lagoon - 5 min drive
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 6 min drive
  • Aroa Beach - 7 min drive
  • Muri Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sails Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Sea Change Villas

At Sea Change Villas, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Muri Beach. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with on-site kayaking, mountain biking and snorkelling. There are 15 outdoor pools and free bike rentals at this luxurious hotel, along with in-room conveniences such as fridges and microwaves.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 4:30 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • To guarantee check in between midnight and 6 AM, guests traveling on overnight flights must book for the night prior to arrival.
    • Please note that the 2 Bedroom Garden View Villa with Private Pool and 3 Bedroom Garden View Villa with Private Pool are located across the street from the beach
    • This property offers coach and VIP airport pickup and dropoff transportation on request, when requested at least 72-hours in advance of arrival. One-way coach transportation is NZD 17 per person when traveling through the domestic terminal, and NZD 27 per person for the international terminal. One-way VIP transportation fee ranges from NZD 120-190 based on number of guest booked (maximum 6 guests) when traveling through the domestic terminal, and NZD 140-230 for the international terminal. Coach transportation is only available for flights arriving or departing during the listed front desk hours Monday-Friday.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Mountain biking
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Paddleboard on-site
  • Bike tour information
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Free bike hire
  • Beach towels
  • Electric bike charging stations
  • Pool loungers
  • Water sports equipment
  • Paddleboard on-site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 12 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 15 outdoor pools
  • Bike parking
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 40-inch plasma TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Private pool
  • In-room massage
  • Balcony or patio
  • Garden
  • Individually decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for NZD 20 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 95 to 195 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 40 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 per cent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Sea Change Villas Hotel Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas Hotel
Sea Change Villas Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas
Sea Change Villas Resort Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas Resort
Sea Change Villas Hotel
Sea Change Villas Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Does Sea Change Villas offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sea Change Villas does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sea Change Villas?
Yes, there are 15 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Sea Change Villas?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sea Change Villas?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Sea Change Villas?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 40 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sea Change Villas?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sea Change Villas and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, mountain biking and snorkelling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 15 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include private pools and spa services. Sea Change Villas also has a picnic area and a garden.
Does Sea Change Villas have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes an espresso maker, a blender and a coffee maker.
Does Sea Change Villas have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool, a balcony or patio and a garden.
What's the area around Sea Change Villas like?
Sea Change Villas is located on the waterfront in Takitumu District, a short 7-minute walk from Takitumu Conservation Area.

Sea Change Villas Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of our best stays in Rarotonga ever! The host are friendly, and the amenities in the villa have everything.
Jeniffer, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, clean, great service, great beach!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular! Private on beach with full view of ocean. Very clean and a great host. Snorkeled a lot they have snorkel gear, kayak and sups. Saw lots of good stuff snorkeling. A must stay. We will be back.
Lori lynn, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing beach villas
Amazing villas with private pools. Comfortable and clean. Staff was helpful with arranging tours and being flexible about checkin and prepping for the trip.
Daniel, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A few ups and downs
We arrived and upon checking in we were told that our booking had been cancelled by the hotel by mistake even though I had been emailing them in the lead up to our arrival. To their credit they were able to check us in for our 4 days however this meant moving into 3 different rooms during the 4 days which wasn’t feet convenient for us but at least we had somewhere to stay. Steph was really apologetic and tried to do her best to compensate us and we were actually able to see the different types of rooms they had but it wasn’t an ideal situation. The rooms were really spacious, clean and had great amenities and were in a really good location. Only downside of the second villa we were in is that it’s totally open and some people walking along the beach would come right up to the villa and be looking in while we were inside
Natalie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tania, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Doris, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Devon, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Claire, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to unwind from the world. Could be improved if there was a bar or restaurant either on the premises or very close.
10-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The owners and staff couldn’t have been any more helpful and friendly. The villas have quality bicycles, paddle boards, and kayaks that are free to use and plentiful. We will be back!
6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Relaxing stay at sea change
Had a lovely stay at sea change villas. They were very accommodating on our final day when they could not provide a late check-out. The villa itself was very comfortable and well equipped, and the facilities available made the stay very relaxing and easy.
Cat, 8-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Having your own private pool was wonderful in the 30 degree plus temperatures. Other than the roosters, this is a very quiet and peaceful location with good beach access. Please note, however, that if you are staying in the Lagoon View Executive Villas that claim "you can enjoy watching the breaking of the waves on the reef from the front deck" that actually due to palm trees the view is VERY limited. The basement game room was also very musty, probably due to the significant amount of rain they had before we arrived. We also killed 6 cockroaches during our stay so make sure you are okay with that too. Some advertisements for this place also indicated free wifi - this isn't true and you will need to pay for it. We would still recommend this resort as compared to many others found on the island.
15-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect honeymoon get away
We went for our honeymoon and we loved every minute of it.
Alysha, 7-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, They had complimentary kayaks,paddle boards, laundry, bicycles, also fridge stocked with eggs bread and fruit juice
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful in every way. Staff were extremely helpful
7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is amazing! Spent 4 nights in a beach front villa, it was a great finish to our two week stay in the Cook Islands. Will definitely be back and stay for longer next time.
Steve, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and perfect location and complete privacy. Definitely will be coming back!
Eugenie, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Private week at the executive lagoon villa
We have just returned from a wonderful week long retreat at the sea change villas. Kudos to the team that Beverley and Craig have put together in this little slice of paradise, they were all very welcoming, approachable and professional in all of our dealings with them and can't recommend them enough. The executive villa itself was private, very spacious, well furnished and comfortable. The outside area is secluded, well laid out and makes for an easy transition from ocean to pool.
Duncan, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great waterfront villa on a beautiful island
My wife and I enjoyed staying in our large villa that provided all the amenities that we needed and more. The staff were very friendly and very helpful, which made getting oriented with the island that much easier. They were a pleasure to deal with and I appreciated that they asked for our flight details before our trip and arranged a pickup and drop-off upon my arrival and eventual departure. The staff also provided a listing of restaurants and excursions that offered inclusive transfers to, and from, our villa, which ensured we got to where we needed to go and had a ride back afterwards. The villa was spacious and well maintained. The appliances appeared to be new. The units and grounds were always clean. The accommodations included snorkelling gear, aqua shoes, kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, etc., so plenty of recreational activities to choose from. There was an in-suite kitchen and communal BBQ for those days that you chose to eat in. We enjoyed our stay and the service that the staff provided. We would definitely go back.
Dave, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Do yourself a favour and stay here!!!
Stayed in Villa no 7 - what a treat. Clean, beautifully furnished with everything you need. Pleasantly surprised at arrival to see breakfast items in the fridge as well as a bottle of wine. Having my own pool was just luxury. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms are huge with double shower and lovely. The villa was pristine. You don't need a scooter - just flag the bus outside on the road.
Marcelle, 5-night trip
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