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Ranginui's Retreat

3.0 star property
Escape into an eco-friendly haven where you can soak up the sunshine by the pool or explore on two wheels.

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Kitchenette
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

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Basic Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Toaster
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Garden Unit

Double Garden Unit

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Electric kettle
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Garden Unit

Single Garden Unit

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Electric kettle
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Beachfront Bungalow | Living area

Deluxe Beachfront Bungalow

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedrooms Beachfront Bungalow

2 Bedrooms Beachfront Bungalow

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
Ootu Beach, Aitutaki

What's nearby

  • Ootu Beach - 1 min walk
  • Akitua Island - 14 min walk
  • Aitutaki Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Maungapu - 7 min drive
  • Arutanga Harbour - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Aitutaki (AIT) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rapae Bay Restaurant (Fine Dining) - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Koru - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boatshed Bar And Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maina Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe & Bar (casual dining) - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Ranginui's Retreat

Ranginui's Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Aitutaki. Other highlights at this eco-certified bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Ranginui's Retreat Aitutaki
Ranginui's Retreat Bed & breakfast
Ranginui's Retreat Bed & breakfast Aitutaki

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Ranginui's Retreat?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Ranginui's Retreat?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ranginui's Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ranginui's Retreat?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Ranginui's Retreat and nearby?

Ranginui's Retreat has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Does Ranginui's Retreat have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a microwave, cookware, and a toaster.

What's the area around Ranginui's Retreat like?

Ranginui's Retreat is a short 1-minute walk from Ootu Beach and 14 minutes' walk from Akitua Island.

Ranginui's Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Shame about the guy.
Very basic cabin. Office open only til noon. Left our bags told we could collect late in the afternoon. All locked up. No answer on the provided phone. The crankiest (non-Aitutakian) man allowed us to get our bags saying obviously it’s all locked because office hours are til 12. Completely unnecessary behaviour and attitude to guests who just paid heartily to stay there. He needs to develop some customer service skills or get off this most beautiful island.
Suzanne, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic position on the lagoon. We had a 2brm bungalow ocean front. Would definitely stay again. Rented a car from them . Very reasonable. Boatshed and blue lagoon restaurant walking distance. Make sure to take mozzie repellent and cream. The lagoon was awesome to swim or kayak
Charmaine, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Enjoyable stay
Dianne, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wayne, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This property is set on the lagoon which is just stunning
Adriana, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Margaret, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Sheets were not cleaned well
Jackson, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I liked location very handy and quite also
Hori, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great all round cabin accommodation
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay at Ranganui's Retreat. The hosts were helpful and approachable. Steve was on time to pick us up and drop us off! He also shared great tips and info on restaurants with great food, ambiance and price. They're grandson was on sight helping with pool repairs and general maintenance and was a polite, charming hardworking part of the team. The biggest need in this cabin was the need of the second bedroom to have an AC. It was an extremely hot stay and our third person had a hard time sleeping. Another need would be for perhaps more than 3 settings of dishes for three people. Overall though, it has a good location with an excellent outlook.
Alanna, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Grace, 7-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A piece of paradise
Position was idyllic. Walk out of your room and into the lagoon. The owner can help you with anything you need. Food and drink venues nearby.
John, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Andrea, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay at Ranginui’s Retreat. A great base to explore Aitutaki from. You can walk to Blue Lagoon or Boatshed for something to eat and drink, but you will need transport to go further afield. Units are well set up, clean and have everything you need. Steve and Lanie are great hosts, very helpful and assisting with local information and recommendations.
Christopher, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I stayed two nights at Ranganui’s. The location is great, walking distance to the boats and 3 nearby restaurants. The room was small but clean. The area is rampant with mosquitos, so bring insect repellant! The only reason I gave this place 3 stars instead of 5 is due to the lack of communication with staff. I had emailed my itinerary as well as the need for a morning airport shuttle. When I arrived, I had to wait an hour outside to find someone to help with check-in. I never saw the owner again and upon leaving, did not have a ride and had to walk 35 minutes to the airport with my heavy bags.
corey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hanna, 5-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay on Aitutaki.
Friendly hosts picked us up from airport & showed us to our beachfront bungalow. Well equipped, pretty room with wonderful porch looking over the lagoon. Outdoor shower was also lovely. Hosts made sure we had everything we needed. Only stayed 2 nights & would stay longer next time.
carol, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

My bad experience
Inside my room, ants on my bed,got many mosquito bites though having put on mosquito repellent. Flies in the bathroom. No Customer service. Calling a taxi, they will charge you NZ$0.50 per minute. Worst of all, Larni is only nice to white people. On the day when I did my Safari snorkeling cruise, they advised me to pick me up at the accommodation,but Larni told me to walk all the way down the road.My last day there I asked her to store my luggage and she just told me to leave mine on office sofa myself and the next minute when a couple of white people walked in to store their luggages, she served them nicely and put theirs in the storage place. Walking out of there angrily with my bag, I went to Pacific resort Aitutaki. There I received paramount customer service and they helped me storing my luggage for the day for free and dropped me off to the airport. Shape contrast! Warning:if you are not white and don't want to be discriminated, don't stay there!
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great lagoon Experience
Deborah, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best little secret in Aitutaki.
We had the best time at Ranginuis retreat. The managers were so very helpful. They went that extra mile to make our stay super enjoyable. They gave us lots of good tips and helped us negotiate experiences around the island and lagoon excursions.
View up the lagoon
Sunset across the water.
Room welcome. Such a treat.
Kia Orana. Beautiful leis received on arrival. Thank you Steve and Lani.
Marie-ann, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the fact it was away from town, but still close to cafés, airport and beach was at your doorstep with activities to do. Friendly hospitality.
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Magnus, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Daniel, 1-night trip
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