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1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Rarotonga, Rarotonga
  • Place, Punanga Nui Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Nikao Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cook Island Christian Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪19 min walk‬

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About the area

Rarotonga

This apartment places you in the heart of Rarotonga, within a 15-minute walk of Punanga Nui Market and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from National Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Punanga Nui Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nikao Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Beachcomber Gallery - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • National Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cook Island Christian Church - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Vili's Burger Joint - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Superbrown Take Away - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything.

Kia Orana, ( Hello ), From Golden Palms Rarotonga.

This is a family run business by mother & daughter - (Fee & CJ)
We are not new to hosting, we recently opened up after having some cosmetic rennovation done to give it a new fresh look.

Golden Palms is located in the town area, offering a cosy, clean, affordable apartment for you and your partner with views. Everything is close by walking distance, to town, markets, cafes, food shopping, bars, nightlife, beaches, and lagoons, even the airport, and bus service right outside.
A very popular area to stay in Rarotonga, Cook Islands.

🌺 Island Escape in Avarua – Budget-Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartment

Welcome to your peaceful Rarotonga getaway!
This top-level 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment is located in Avarua town area, we offer a comfortable and affordable stay for travellers who want convenience without the high price tag.

The space
Wake up to calming views overlooking the lush green vegetation that leads all the way to town and the sea. A truly local Cook Islands experience. You can watch the planes land & enjoy the cooling tropical breeze, with peaceful surroundings, and convenient access to nearby shops, cafés, markets, and the beautiful island lagoon.

🏡 Apartment Features:

✨ 1 comfortable bedroom with a double bed, and + 1 single bed in the living room for relaxing during the daytime.

🚿Clean bathroom

🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with oven, fridge, cookware, and basic appliances

🌬️ Stand fan provided to keep cool in both rooms.

🌴 Top-level apartment with great view, lovely breeze, natural light, and very private, known to us as Golden Palms Treetop house.

🚗 Private entry into your own parking space.

💸 3-star, budget-friendly accommodation perfect for couples or solo travellers.

WIFI - We have Wifi being connected starting in June 2026.

We have recently done some cosmetic renovations, giving a new fresh look to the upstairs apartment.
Whether you're visiting for adventure, relaxation, or a simple island break, this cosy apartment offers everything you need for a relaxed and affordable stay in the town area of Rarotonga, Cook Islands.

Guest access
🗝️ Guest Access, through a lockbox.

Guests have full private access to the entire top-level 1-bedroom apartment, including the bedroom, bathroom, living area, and fully equipped kitchen.

You will also have access to:

-Your own private entry via the side stairs (no shared entry)

-Large parking area on the property

Please note:

There are long-term guests living on the bottom level of the building.
They have their own separate apartment and entrance, they do not share any part of the upstairs apartment. They are very nice and helpful.

ℹ️ Things to Note

We kindly ask guests to be mindful of noise, especially during early mornings and late evenings, as long-term guests living downstairs of the property.
Thank you for your understanding.

Quiet times are from 10pm to 8am

Bathroom products are not provided,
We currently do not supply shampoo, conditioner, or body soap, please bring your own toiletries.

The kitchen includes a full oven, fridge, toasted sandwich maker, and basic appliances, along with crockery and cutlery. There is no microwave.

Guests are welcome to bring their own towels.

We only provide,

2 beach towels

Hand towels

If you require additional bedding or more warmth, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to assist.

On-site cleaning and sheet replacement are not provided during your stay.
However if you do require a change of sheets please send us a message and we will try and get hold of the cleaners to drop this off to you.

Guests are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the apartment for the duration of their stay.

Cleaner:
If the guest requires a cleaner, we can arrange one to come and clean for you during your stay. This will include an extra cleaning fee you pay the cleaner directly for their service. Please email us directly, and we can arrange a cleaner to come clean for you and give you their set fee.

Rubbish days are Friday, please empty all your rubbish on Thursday into the bins located on the property, you can push the bin onto the roadside if full and bring back in for your convenience.

The top-level apartment has its own private entry via the side stairs and its own drive-in entry for private parking, guest use only.

Look forward to hosting you at Golden Palms Treehouse apartment in town Rarotonga.

Eh Kia manuia ( Bye ) Fee & CJ

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Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything.?

The closest beach to Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything. is Muri Beach (8.8 km).

Does Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything. have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything.?

No, Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Golden Palms Rarotonga A cosy, affordable apartment in town close to everything.?

No, pets are not allowed.

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