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Sea Change Villas

Property class: 4.5

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A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a small cluster of thatched-roof huts surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A room with a glass door leading to a beach view, a wicker sofa, a small table, and a blue chair.
A modern living room with a large glass wall, a ceiling fan, a pool, and a view of the ocean.
A wooden deck with a table set for a meal, overlooking a calm sea and a clear sky.
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a beach, a comfortable sofa, a television, and a wicker coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Rarotonga
  • Place, Turoa Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Takitumu Conservation Area
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Villa, Lagoon View

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with wicker furniture.

Villa, Lagoon View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 94 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Villa, Beachfront

A modern living room with a large glass wall, a ceiling fan, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

Villa, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 94 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 2-bedroom Lagoon View Executive Villa

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a sofa and TV.

2-bedroom Lagoon View Executive Villa

  • Lagoon view
  • 185 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

View all photos for 3-bedroom Lagoon View Executive Villa

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a sofa and TV.

3-bedroom Lagoon View Executive Villa

  • Lagoon view
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

About the area

Rarotonga

A luxury stay in Rarotonga awaits you at Sea Change Villas. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Turoa Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area. Highlights at this hotel include 15 outdoor swimming pools, and in-room kitchens and private pools. .Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to kayaking and snorkelling. Additionally, you'll find spa services, free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Takitumu District hotel, you'll be 4.9 km (3 mi) from Muri Beach.

What's nearby

  • Turoa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Takitumu Conservation Area - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tikioki Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Muri Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪VIBE - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tiare's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saigon Shack - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sea Change Villas

Sea Change Villas offers its guests 15 outdoor swimming pools and complimentary bicycles. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Sea Change Villas. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Rarotonga hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Sea Change Villas offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodation at this 4.5-star hotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 20 per stay)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 95 to 195 per person
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 15 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Paddleboard
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch HDTV with satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sea Change Villas

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 95 to 195 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 20 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 40 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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

What is the cancellation policy at Sea Change Villas?

Sea Change Villas offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sea Change Villas?

Yep, Sea Change Villas has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sea Change Villas?

Yep, Sea Change Villas is a short 3-minute walk from Turoa Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Sea Change Villas?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Sea Change Villas have a pool?

Sea Change Villas has 15 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Sea Change Villas a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and couples dining, as well as private pools and rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sea Change Villas.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Sea Change Villas?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Does Sea Change Villas serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sea Change Villas?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sea Change Villas?

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

Are pets allowed at Sea Change Villas?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Sea Change Villas Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful, well thought out and spacious villa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is a great place to stay 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room Breakfast starter was good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent three nights at Sea Change in a self‑contained villa in the Cook Islands and really enjoyed it. The beachfront location was fantastic, and the villa had all the amenities I needed. There were a couple of small maintenance items that could be improved, but nothing major. Overall, a great place to stay and one I’d recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, great service, great beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in beachfront - views amazing spent so much time on deck admiring view - breakfast starter provided was great - do need car as no restaurant on site - if you are after quiet & relaxation this is definitely place to stay, highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to to stay

Couldn't have stayed at a nicer place on the island, staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend Sea change villas to anyone heading to the Cook Islands
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of our best stays in Rarotonga ever! The host are friendly, and the amenities in the villa have everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steph at the front desk was amazing. She made everything easy and was so friendly and knowledgeable. The room was very clean and we loved renting the electric bikes.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for couples….
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: State of the art; Value: Amazing; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless;
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot, very quiet part of the island. Great snorkelling just outside the doorstep. Plenty of turtles swimming by. Great complimentary equipment to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The Villa was beautiful and spacious and we used the kayaks, SUP boards and bicycles a few times. The Villa had everything we needed and a lot more. Full kitchen and the private pool was perfect! Didn’t want to leave!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Detta var en höjdpunkt på vår resa. Rent, snyggt, praktiskt och enligt förväntan. Trots att det är boende för självhushåll så var lite nödvändigheter på plats i kylskåpet och möjligheter att enkelt beställa in mat. Väldigt god tillgång på cyklar, kajaker, SUPs och snorklingsutrustning. Rekommenderar gärna detta boende med 5 stjärnor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to unwind from the world. Could be improved if there was a bar or restaurant either on the premises or very close.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect honeymoon get away

We went for our honeymoon and we loved every minute of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, They had complimentary kayaks,paddle boards, laundry, bicycles, also fridge stocked with eggs bread and fruit juice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful in every way. Staff were extremely helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018