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About the Hotel

Central Motel. Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
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Close to The Little Red Gallery
Very good
7.1
/10
4.0
/5

Located 350 m from Tuki's Pareu, Central Motel Rarotonga is 400 m from Para O Tane Palace. At the motel, guests can use spa therapy and a golf course or spend the day lazing by an outdoor swimming pool.

Location

The hotel is about 5 km from Rarotonga International airport and within reach of such cultural venues as the Cook Islands Library and Museum. Sights, 500 m from the Central Motel Rarotonga, include Cook Islands Christian Church.

The property is also in proximity to the Cook Islands Cultural Village and Cook's Corner bus station is merely 0.9 km away.

Rooms

This Rarotonga hotel offers 10 rooms with an iron and ironing board, as well as self-catering options such as a minibar fridge and tea/coffee making equipment. The private bathrooms come with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Eat & Drink

The seafood restaurant Kaena restaurant & bar is located right around the corner from Central Motel.

Must-do experiences

  • Snorkel at Aroa Beach for vibrant coral and marine life.
  • Visit the Punanga Nui Market on Saturday for fresh local produce.
  • Enjoy a traditional poke dish at The Mooring Fish Café.
  • Hike the Takitumu Conservation Area for stunning island views.
  • Attend a cultural dance night at Te Vaka for local entertainment.
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Central Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower

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Facilities

Central Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Nice
6.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Central Motel Location

Central Motel. Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
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Central Motel. Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Nearby
Makea Tinirau Rd
Cook Islands Christian Church
1600 ft
Cinema 3
600 ft
Ara Tapu
Philatelic Bureau
700 ft
Ara Tapu
Tuki's Pareu
1100 ft
Mall
Beachcomber
1200 ft
Cook Islands Museum
1300 ft
Cooks Corner Arcade
Perfumes of Rarotonga
1400 ft
Para O Tane Palace
1400 ft
Beachcomber Gallery
1400 ft
Ara Tapu
BCA Art Gallery
1400 ft
Galilea
1500 ft
Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church
1600 ft
Ara Tapu
Dive Shop
1700 ft
Restaurants
Bite Time Cafe
2700 ft
Hut 56 Punanga Nui Market
Getting around
City Centre
Rarotonga30 min  ·  1.6 mi
Airports
Rarotonga International (RAR)6 min  ·  2.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-15:00
Check-out
from 05:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
10

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Central Motel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 94 verified reviews
6.8/10
Nice
61%
Recommend
Cleanliness
7.5/10
Comfort
7.5/10
Facilities
6.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
6.6/10
Location
8.7/10
Staff
8.2/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 218 reviews
7.1/10
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