Tia Maria Retreat
Tupapa
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Why people book this hotel
“I loved the property and the view from my room was out of this world”
“Keys were in the room and door unlocked”
“Easy access to beach as well”
“It was cheapish, ok location”
“It is spacious, clean and convenient”
“The ocean views, clean n tidy room”
“The staff were incredibly accommodating and managed to secure a last-minute book…”
“Beds were comfortable, fans helpful with heat”
“Great price”
“Good value”
“Nice views, good internet”
“Wi-Fi worked really well too 🏝”
Overview
Set in Rarotonga, a few steps from Avarua Beach, Tia Maria Retreat offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking and a garden. The property has mountain views and is 1.2 km from Matavera Beach and 3.1 km from Albertos. The apartment also offers facilities for disabled guests. Each unit has a balcony, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. A terrace with an outdoor dining area and sea views is offered in selected units. At the apartment complex, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Rarotonga, like hiking. The nearest airport is Rarotonga International, 6 km from Tia Maria Retreat, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Lucie
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
We only stayed couple of nights while waiting for our flight to Auitaki. It was perfect for that. Nice views, good internet. It had all we needed for the 2 nights we stayed. Great price .
Madhavi
solo_traveller
June 10, 2026
It is spacious, clean and convenient. Easy access to beach as well
Turks
solo_traveller
June 9, 2026
“Likeable”
The ocean views, clean n tidy room
Moya
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
“I would give this my top stay and great value for money”
I loved the property and the view from my room was out of this world..upstairs Seaview could not fault it
Pip Wheatley
extended_group
June 7, 2026
“It was a place to rest with a busy week. Does need a air conditioning unit in the lounge.”
Keys were in the room and door unlocked
Hedley
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
Our stay was satisfactory, we were only there for one night as we moved on to another retreat to meet up with family.
HANJUN
solo_traveller
June 4, 2026
Clean, quite, short distance to Avarua.
John
couple
June 1, 2026
“Ok, and cheap.”
It was cheapish, ok location.
Alexander
couple
May 30, 2026
“Very good first trip to Raro, would stay again”
Easy check in/out. Daily cleaning. Nice view. Good value
Jeff R
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“Budget friendly, clean & central”
Lovely room... was quiet with hardly anyone staying onsite at time (a bonus) & so didnt have to deal with any noise or privacy issues being in close proximity to other units Everything in working order, excellent housekeeping & our request for early check-in was granted too. Great central location to town & other parts of the island as a first time visitor to Raro. Apt 3 had no AC (as expected) but the ceiling fan was ample for our needs. SuperBrown 24/7 supermarket down the road to get some basics & we ate there too, food average. Note this place has no in-person reception onsite. Wi-Fi worked really well too 🏝
Petirini Bessie
family_with_children
May 25, 2026
Nice view over looking the beach, reef close to shops..
Jinali
couple
May 24, 2026
“We stayed for 2 nights and our stay is overall a great one”
Overall expirience is excellent
michaela
solo_traveller
May 21, 2026
Everything
Tamsin
couple
May 20, 2026
“Friendly staff and a beautiful view”
The staff were incredibly accommodating and managed to secure a last-minute booking. Their team worked late into the night, which was a huge help. The property itself is situated on a stunningly beautiful part of the island.
Anne
extended_group
May 2, 2026
“Too expensive for what you get”
Location was good
Don
couple
April 30, 2026
Shower didn’t work - more water pressure from someone blowing water through a straw!
Pavel Cifra
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
“Never book with them!!!”
I stayed there for one night. The accommodation was nice overall, but the taxi driver, who I had arranged here on Booking.com directly from the landlord, ripped me off for 50 NZD. 25 NZD one way and 25 NZD back to the airport. So I paid 50 NZD, saying it would be for the return trip. What a shock the taxi driver gave me, who told me to charge another 50 NZD on the way to the airport. I would never stay there again. The owner's attitude is zero. I will not get my money back. Avoid this offer. Never again. This has never happened to me and I travel often.
Emma
couple
March 30, 2026
“Relaxing from work”
Balcony view,and we'll hidden
Tutai
solo_traveller
March 18, 2026
Everything
Carol
couple
March 7, 2026
Beds were comfortable, fans helpful with heat.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Beach, Fishing, Hiking, Diving, Private beach area, Beachfront
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Paid WiFi, Bicycle parking, Adult only, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Safety & security
Key access
Safety features
Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Airport shuttle (additional charge), Tour desk, Luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry
Apartment
Featuring a private entrance, this apartment also is comprised of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The fully equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this apartment also offers a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Apartment
This apartment comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this apartment also features a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Boasting a private entrance, this apartment comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this apartment also features a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
The well-equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious twin/double room offers a washing machine, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Studio with Garden View
Guests can make meals in the kitchen that has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious studio features air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Studio with Sea View
In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This air-conditioned studio includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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