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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Aroa Beach

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite
Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers
Deluxe Beachfront Suite | View from room
Grand Suite, Beachfront | Beach

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Internet in the lobby
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Free beach cabanas

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Microwave
  • Cable/satellite TV service
The current price is CA $221
CA $255 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12

Room options

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2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite | Private kitchen

2-Bedroom Grand Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Beachside Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

3-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

4-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
4 bedrooms
  • 120 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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View from room

4-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
4 bedrooms
  • 120 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Beachfront Room

Beachfront Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2-Bedroom Beachside Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 80 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

3-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 King Beds and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Terrace/patio

3-Bedroom Private Pool & Spa Villa (Lime Blossom)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 900 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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2-Bedroom Beachfront Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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View from room

2-Bedroom Beachside Interconnecting Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Beachside Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Grand Beachfront Suite | Living area

Grand Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
  • 103 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Honeymoon Pool & Spa Bungalow

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

3-Bedroom Private Pool Villa (Onemaru)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 770 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1013)
The price is CA $197
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
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About the area

Map
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Punanga Nui Market - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Muri Beach - 17 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sails Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Placing you just steps from Aroa Beach, The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach massages, and volleyball. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness center and an outdoor tennis court. Captain Andys Bar & Grill, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There's a free kid's club and a poolside bar, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and family-friendly amenities.

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 104 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Children

    • Up to 17 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • WiFi and wired internet access in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking within 66 ft

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Shopping center shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Trampoline
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Baby bath

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Tennis
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Karaoke
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4306 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 12 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1977
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
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Special features

Dining

Captain Andys Bar & Grill - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Te Vaka Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Onsite venue #5 - bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for NZD 10 per day (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for NZD 10 (2-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for NZD 18 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 28 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 60 per person (roundtrip)
  • Shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Rarotongan Beach Resort
Rarotongan Beach Resort Lagoonarium
Resort Lagoonarium
Rarotongan Beach Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort Spa
The Rarotongan & Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Hotel
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Rarotonga
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Does The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 60 per person roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and volleyball and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and a fitness center. The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, local and international cuisine, and ocean views.

What's the area around The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium like?

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium is located on the waterfront in Arorangi, a short 12-minute walk from Cocoputt and 3 minutes' walk from Aroa Beach.

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Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Nice resort, a bit dated, friendly staff, good menu. Sister resort is adults only with nice pool area and good restaurant.
William, 8-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Amazing beach full of amazing corals
Perfect location. The corals are stunning and the ammount of fish all sizes and colours...perfect to relax. However the hotel is outdated...very old.
Alberto, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Love the Onemaru Villa although it needs a bit of a slight upgrade and collection of rubbish would be nice. Great villa though for large families. Sadly did not enjoy the restaurant meal at all.
Careene, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The resort was welcoming and had a great family vibe to it. Everyone was friendly only negative the wifi is not very good but that's very minor. Every thing else was great!
Angie, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful beach and snorkelling
Beautiful beach and snorkelling. Only negative thing is that there is no free wifi considering the cost. And the $20 only lasts 2 days even when only on WhatsApp.
Sara, 6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are lovely and the apartment we stayed in was just a few steps from the beach
Emma Louise, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

8-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort to stay, all staff very friendly and helpful. Recommend this resort to all
Manuel, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

We stayed in a beachfront room at the Rarotonga Resort, paying $320–$400 a night. We were excited for a beachfront experience but quickly realised it was more “beach side” (our mistake for not double-checking the wording). The room was quite small, and for the price, we couldn’t help but feel disappointed. Still, we thought, “Let’s see how things unfold,” and tried to make the most of it. The TV was a big letdown. At first, we thought it didn’t work because Netflix wouldn’t load, and we assumed maybe Wi-Fi was needed. Turns out, Netflix just doesn’t work—and neither did much else on the TV (you need to pay for the Wi-Fi, but it’s only for your phone). It was essentially useless. Adding to that, the bedside light didn’t work for most of our stay (until it randomly turned on during the last night), and the sink plug was loose, meaning things constantly fell down the drain. Small issues, but they added up and made the room feel run-down. Now for the pros: • The staff were incredible—friendly, helpful, and easily the highlight of the resort. They made a real effort to make the stay enjoyable, and we’d recommend tipping them for their amazing service. • There’s plenty to do, and the separate adults-only and family areas are a nice touch. But the cons: • The price doesn’t match the quality. We’ve stayed at cheaper places that were better maintained and offered more value. • The food was average at best. Breakfast felt like something you’d have at a mate’s house—not bad, but
Jordan, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff great service
Jason, 10-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall a clean resort, plenty of room in our inter-connected room for our family of 2 adults and 3 children. Friendly staff. We did have to wait for several hours for our room to be ready, even though we arrived after 3pm. Would recommend to resort loving families. Good breakfast, great swimming and snorkelling spot on the island.
Sheree, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Wendy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The buildings are old but okay and very clean. Gardens and seaview were brilliant. Saw whales nearly every day. Magic.
Robert, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Had entertainment for adults n kids
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Photos can lie
This property is old and VERY tired. I wouldn't recommend it if you are looking for a fancy resort-style holiday. Its location is amazing, but the facilities are very dated and in urgent need of refreshing to be able to claim to be a resort. I would honestly look at other smaller properties for a better experience. The Staff are generally rude and not interested in their roles. Don't let the photos fool you, it's not as nice as it looks. But the Beach and swimming are. Glad we only stayed 1 night
MATTHEW, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A truly fabulous location for families. Incredible staff. We loved our stay at the Rarotongan!
Helen Louise, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice place. Good for family.
Vaughan, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Mary, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great for families not so great for solo retiree
Patricia D, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was so much fun for the whole family
Norah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It is a shoddy hotel located in a fantastic location. Decadent, would need a renovation, with poor quality forniture. Good for families and kids, less for couple. For sure not a 4stars hotel.
Maurizio, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Not what we were expecting it desperately needs renovation
Louise, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Unique for large groups. Great staff
Daryl, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Too many children
Andrew, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything you need to enjoy Rarotonga is a your finger tips, The lagoon is breathtaking with full equipment to use to enjoy your water activities, The Staff are wonderful and Mama Loata went the extra mile and beyond to make our wedding anniversary a very memorable one, Great friendly service from all the staff, We will definitely be returning to this resort, The rooms are a little dated but you don’t spend that much time in there, Bed very comfortable.
Ian, 9-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review