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Sunhaven Beach Bungalows: Traveler Reviews

Sunhaven Beach Bungalows
Average price*: $135 (NZD227) (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 based on 13 reviews 13 Reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 47 Specialty lodging in Rarotonga
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  • Rooms: 9
Property Type: Villa
  • Self-catering stand-alone units that include home-like features, such as living room, dining room, laundry room and a kitchen with cooking facilities.
Description: Situated on the western (sunset) side of Rarotonga. A private secluded boutique property nestled amongst mature tropical palms at the waters edge... This description is based on information provided by the specialty lodging.
Address:
PO Box 100
Cook Islands

TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

Reviews of Sunhaven Beach Bungalows

( 1-5 of 13 )
“Strict”

Sunhaven Beach Bungalows

2 of 5 stars
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Apr 14, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Sunhaven is a small resort right on the beach. Everything is spotlessly clean and in good working order. Our room was very nice and well laid out with nice furniture, decor and plenty of space. Staff are friendly and helpful.

The problem of Sunhaven comes in the rules which are everywhere and we struggled to relax in case we were doing something wrong. For example: three different kinds of towels for certain applications only, constant threats of damage to canoes, waterbeds, fins etc being chargable to guests. We also had to leave the room for daily cleaning whether we wanted it or not.

Dont get me wrong the owners are nice, but they need to lighten up and let people enjoy their stay. Little signs with red writing all over the place really didnt help us enjoy our stay. If the owners allowed commonsense to prevail instead of stringent rules for everything then I would rate this hotel as Excellent

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location
    • Disliked — Too many strict rules
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Kipperlug's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: July 30, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
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“Absolute bliss”

Sunhaven Beach Bungalows

Mar 13, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We have just returned from a 3 week trip which included New Zealand, Australia and Raratonga in the Cook Islands
Our 4 day stay at the Sunhaven Beach Bungalows was glorious from start to finish. We were met at the airport with beautiful flower garlands and a smiling, very friendly Arvi. We arrived at Sunhaven around 11pm, Arvi settled us in and bid us good night.
We unpacked but were way to excited to sleep. We could hear the crashing of the waves out on the reef!!!
Eventually we slept and at 6am we were up and ready for an adventure. A few steps from our bungalow and we were on the most beautiful beach WOW this was paradise.

We had our breakfast on the beach every morning, we sat mesmerized while taking in everything around us 'food for the soul' Many hours walking along the quiet secluded beach no crowds just the occasional stroller, exactly what we had hoped for.
Our bungalow was spotless and cleaned daily we were very impressed, the daily flowers and the fruit basket were lovely touches that made everything very special. The staff were very courteous and friendly.

Patti and Dennis were very helpful, making bookings for us and making sure we were comfortable
Would we stay there again....most definitley, we spent many hours researching the perfect place and it was worth it

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Cleanliness and location
    • Disliked — nothing
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
CanadaAngelas's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 50-64
Member since: December 25, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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“Wonderful property”

Sunhaven Beach Bungalows

Oct 17, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

Stayed at the end of August 2007 and the weather was 24-26 which was very comfortable. The accom was more than we expected, the views from the units were absolutely fantastic and the sunsets were magnificent. The cleanliness was top class and the owners, Dennis and Patti were extremely pleasant. They also run a cafe at the roadside in front of the property and though we did not utilize it we heard from others that they were very impressed with the facility.
The rooms are all beachfront with the exception of the garden bungalow.
We did use the pool as did the other guests and with a small resort it was quiet, laidback and all one could ask for for a holiday in paradise.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — the view from the units and the cleanliness
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
alisonNz's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 50-64
Member since: October 17, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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“Excellent Accommodation”

Sunhaven Beach Bungalows

5 of 5 stars
Whitianga, New Zealand
Oct 8, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

This is the most immaculate accommodation I have ever stayed in. You could eat off the floors because it is so clean. We had 13 very relaxing days at the Sunhaven and we are already planning our return trip for next year. Patti and Dennis who are the owners of the Sunhaven are delightful hosts and their Cafe located on the road front has the very best food. The muffins and carrot cake come very highly recommended. They are assisted with the daily maintenance of the property with the help of their staff who were also extremely helpful making our stay even more enjoyable.
Thank you Patti and Dennis, we will see you next year.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Clean and well maintained
    • Disliked — Nothing
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
CrissyT's Summary
Date of Stay: September 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 50-64
Member since: October 08, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Pet owners, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine, Other
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“Already planning our return trip !!”

Sunhaven Beach Bungalows

5 of 5 stars
Wellington, New Zealand
Aug 8, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

We were a group of 4 couples with 4 different prerequisites for an "island" holiday.Sunhaven Beach Bungalows has it all !!
I'm still coming back down to earth 2 weeks later!!
Thankyou Patti & Dennis for making us all feel so welcome at your small piece of Paradise.
From our arrival with beautiful, fresh, fragrant ei's placed round our necks to our departure 10 days later with a flower tucked behind our ears, every moment was special!
We spent many hours either beside the pool or in it, we used the barbeque to cook fish we had caught, we hired motor scooters, we even went on an arranged Pub Crawl, we had cocktail parties on the deck and drinks on the beach watching the sunset AND we even saw whales.
For rest and relaxation go no further than this wonderful, small complex. Patti & Dennis have obviously worked very hard to achieve such a high standard of affordable accommodation.
Nothing appeared to be too much trouble and we have come home with wonderful memories and firm plans to return as soon as possible.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Friendliness & Cleanliness
    • Disliked — Leaving it
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dinahmac's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 50-64
Member since: July 08, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Golf, Spa
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