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The Passage Villas

3.5 star property

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Ocean View Family Villa | Down duvets, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Ocean View Family Villa | Down duvets, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Ocean View Family Villa | Beach/ocean view
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Main Road, Ngatangiia – Muri, Rarotonga
  • Place, Avana Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Muri Lagoon
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Vara Nui Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean View Villa | Down duvets, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Ocean View Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Garden View Family Unit | Terrace/patio

Garden View Family Unit

  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Garden View Villa | Down duvets, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Garden View Villa

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ocean View Family Villa | Beach/ocean view

Ocean View Family Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About this property

The Passage Villas

At The Passage Villas, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy surfing/body boarding. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a microwave, plus a balcony and a TV with satellite channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a coffee/tea maker and free tea bags/instant coffee, and other amenities include room service and a down duvet. Limited housekeeping is available.
The Passage Villas offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down duvets. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Televisions come with satellite channels. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at The Passage Villas, you're just a quick walk from Muri Lagoon. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool. This comfortable aparthotel has 8 apartments on 1 floor. A kitchenette and a balcony/patio are available in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchenette, a balcony or patio and satellite TV
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage and wedding services
  • 6 minutes by foot from Muri Lagoon and a 4-minute drive from Muri Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of The Passage Villas, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Passage Villas. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Rarotonga aparthotel.

Room service is available.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Travel cot

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Champagne service
  • Room service

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to water

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 8 units
  • Garden
  • Individual furnishings
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 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

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 3 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 15 (one-way), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
The Passage Villas offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The host will greet guests on arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Sunrise Beach Bungalows
Sunrise Beach Bungalows Cabin
Sunrise Beach Bungalows Cabin Rarotonga
Sunrise Beach Bungalows Rarotonga
Sunrise Beach Bungalows Hotel Rarotonga
Sunrise Beach Bungalows Hotel
Sunrise Beach Bungalows
The Passage Villas Rarotonga
The Passage Villas Aparthotel
The Passage Villas Aparthotel Rarotonga

The Passage Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Heaven on Earth
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
We had a lovely stay, place is super convenient, maybe 10/15 minute drive from the airport, we hired a car (would recommend) we had a three bedroom room, was spacious had a deck, and some seating inside, they gave us breakfast for the first day, and we stocked up at the supermarket.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, comfortable, beautiful setting, friendly hosts, close to amenities
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Quiet and clean. Great view and friendly owners. Perfect for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed in the ocean view family villa. Villa was very clean, well furnished and well maintained -serviced daily. Pool is a great as beach is not sandy but is secluded. Great location - Turangi Eatery at the end of the driveway, Vili’s Burger Joint and small grocery store/petrol station just up the road. Short drive to Muri Night markets and the Muri lagoon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot, spacious and clean family unit with amazing ocean views. Had everything what we needed. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved how peaceful and relaxed it was, was quiet, beautiful sound of the ocean right there! Loved how the pool was right outside our room. Loved the happy hour at the beach bar. Will be coming back. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

glen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay

We had a great stay. Hosts were super engaging and the place was very nice and quite - car is a good idea if you want to get around to restaurants and sandy beaches. We had a great time would recommend to anyone
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
More than adequate for my stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

We had a great visit here. Michele and Svein are very kind and helpful. The kids loved the pool and nice to be right on the water.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Fantastic stay at The Passage Villas. Michele and Svein were great hosts with the best local recommendations. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mirjam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A Dream!

Beautiful beach houses directly on the east coast of Rarotonga. Very clean. Comfortably furnished. The hosts fulfill all wishes, very attentive and helpful. We had a rental car and were anywhere on the island within 25 minutes. We can highly recommend Passage Villas. Thank you Michele and Svein for letting us be your guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pool was clean, safe and inviting. There were pool toys available and the poolside loungers were great. The room was clean, appropriately furnished and had great indoor- outdoor flow. The initial breakfast and local bananas and mango were a nice touch. Michelle and Svein were great hosts. They were friendly and helpful. When my wife had a fall at night they were able to provide a great first aid kit, support and advice on local health care options for which we were very grateful. Couldn’t recommend Passage Villas highly enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is the place to stay if you want an authentic Rarotongan experience while still being close to Muri and snorkelling areas. Seeing whales every day was an unexpected highlight! Our hosts were incredible- knowledgeable and always helpful. Would highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simmi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was right on the beach, you can see the sun rise every morning. The best part was how lovely the hosts were. They really made us feel welcome and did everything they could to make us comfortable. Such a wonderful couple.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A Gift

What a place. Amazing experience. Swain was simply amazing. Rarotonga is the most beautiful location. Probably our favourite location to holiday, rest, and reconnect.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meremaihi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved staying at Passage Villas, very close to town and the owners were beautiful hosts. Stunning views on the beach. Would recommend getting a unit on the beach, however the family unit we were in was also comfortable. My 3yr old son loved it there. They also serviced the room everyday where we would spend the day out and return to a nice clean place with fresh towels. Amazing ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brogan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great view from our room, private being upstairs also. Lovely hosts, very helpful. However for the price, one would assume that wifi would be in the room and toiletries supplied! Note the beach out front is also not swimable, on shore waves!! Recommend if you’re after a private stay near Muri Beach (3-5 min drive) though.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What an experience. Spent 5 days relaxing, listening to the waves and watching the whales from our villa Michele & Svein are incredible hosts, felt like staying with family. They gave us lots of recommendations and let us in on a local secret involving pastries... Exactly what my girlfriend and I needed as we didn't plan anything and turned our phones off for the duration of the trip Highly recommend and will be staying there next time in Raro
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Svien and Michelle were absolutely lovely, and have the property to match. The villas were well maintained and in a spectacular location right by the water. Would never get tired of waking up to that view. The room was very comfortable, and had both a fan and a heat pump for those hot days/nights. The hosts were very friendly and made some great recommendations of places to go and things to do. Could not recommend this place enough. They really had all the bases covered with a relaxing pool and even had a bar onsite for people to use. A
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Michele and Svein were wonderful hosts, welcoming us after hours and setting us up for a lovely few nights' stay. Svien was always on hand to help in any way. The property isn't on a sandy beach; it is on a wild coastline, which was perfect for our kids - so no beach swimming, but the pool is large (one of the larger ones from our experience in Rarotonga). The room was good for a family. It is very old and tired, but they are in the process of renovating. The villas provide a good base to sleep and then go exploring the island for the day/s. The highlight of the stay was Svien picking a Coconut and opening it for the kids - they loved it!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot, great views and it felt very homely. The beach isn't swimmable really but we got to see whales at one point, and it was super close to swimmable Muri beach. The villa was tidied and refreshed each day and they gave us great advise for places to go to eat and activities. The only problem we had was the office was never attended and when I tried calling them I couldn't get through. Perhaps a doorbell would be helpful as I didn't want to go up to there house and disturb their privacy. Again, lovely hosts when they were available, they gave us snorkeling gear to borrow too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful 11 night stay. The view from the villas was wonderful and sitting on the front deck one morning we had the wonderful experience of seeing whales right out from our accommodation. We were told about all the local events and places of interest by our hosts even down to the local bakery that makes the best croissants. With happy hour once or twice a week it gave us a good chance to meet other visitors staying at this small 8 villa accommodation. We stayed in two different ocean view villas during our stay, 5 & 6 nights and both had their really good points. We would recommend this accommodation, only one thing against it is that you can’t swim right outside your villa but you are only a short distance from the beautiful lagoon. You WILL ENJOY this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kazuma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We would like to take the time to thank Michele and Svein for their hospitality and allowing us to spend such a magical time at the Passage Villas. We would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Rarotonga. Checkin was smooth, in fact, the owners were kind and flexible enough to let us know once the room was ready as we were on an early flight. The serenity and view the property gave was immaculate; you had the beautiful view all to yourself and surrounding was so quiet that we were truly able to relax and forget about our busy lives during our stay! The owners were also kind enough to let us know when a whale was passing by, it was amazing to be able to see this up close from your property! All of the recommendations Michele and Svein gave were excellent. Their communications were prompt and great (they even helped us out on something even when it was out of their office hours.) Our stay at Rarotonga was truly a rememberable one and no doubt deciding to stay at the Passage Villas was a huge contributor in this, thank you and see you again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024