Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas - Adults Only

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Independent
9.8 (89 reviews)
Amuri Road, Aitutaki , Aitutaki , CK
682-31458

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Proposal/romance packages available
Free bicycles on site
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing staff
Beautiful location

Categories

Cleanliness
10
The villas were well designed and clean with beautiful gardens.
Service
10
All staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond for guests.
Location
9.97
Idyllic location with stunning views of the lagoon and easy access to the beach.
Room Quality
10
Bungalows were beautifully appointed and very comfortable.
Amenities
9.46
The resort supplies standup paddle boards and kayaks.
Value for Money
9.49
The overall experience and amenities offered justify the price.
Food and Beverage
9.47
Breakfasts were a great start to the day with an assortment of options.
Overall Experience
10
An amazing overall experience that guests would highly recommend.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:22

Property Description

Amenities and Recreation
Enjoy the outdoor pool, terrace, and garden, along with complimentary WiFi and concierge services.

Dining and Entertainment
Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge or poolside bar, and start your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast.

Comfort and Convenience
Stay in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms with kitchenettes, private patios, and 32-inch flat-screen TVs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Experience beachfront bliss at Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas - Adults Only. Book now for a tranquil getaway with stunning ocean views.

Important information:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Guest type

    Caters to adults only

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 89 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 9.97
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.46
Value for Money: 9.49
Food and Beverage: 9.47
Overall Experience: 10
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Tiffany • couple • fr
9
The vacation
Pros:

La propreté de l’établissement, le personnel était toujours souriant et á l’écoute de nos demandes, réservations etc

Cons:

Le prix de la location du buggy et la non possibilité de déjeuner et de dîner.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Adamo Alfieri • solo_traveller • au
4
Overrated.
Pros:

The gardens and the villa itself were nice. Walking distance to several restaurants and neighbouring properties.

Cons:

We stayed for 3 nights in an immediate beach front villa (villa 3). Having also stayed at another property on this trip, we found the value proposition and execution at Etu Moana to be severely lacking for the price point.

*We were greeted with flower Lei's that were half rotten.

*Very close in proximity (3 metres) to the neighbouring villa. The guests were not speaking loudly, however we could clearly hear their conversations. We could also hear them watching their device from within their villa. This in turn made us extremely conscious of any noise or conversation we made. This is not relaxing.

*We were the first to arrive for breakfast at 0800am. It was raining, so they offered for us to eat on our balcony. It took 30 mins for eggs to arrive, and after prompting (twice), a further 30 mins for the waffle to arrive. We did not receive the coffee we requested.

*Very limited breakfast options and poor presentation for this price point.

*Shower and drain plate need a scrub out and to be decalcified.

*Bathroom towels, especially Etu Moana branded towels were very thin with significant wear and tear.

*Swimming is fairly impossible in front of the property due to rocks and shallow water.

*The beach wasn't cleaned of fallen branches in two days. We noticed the neighbouring (cheaper) property rake up seaweed and foreign debris in front of their property - that's a nice touch.

*The most telling aspect of our stay was upon checkout. When we were asked about our stay, we advised that we were disappointed and that our experience did not meet expectations. The staff member offered no follow up questions, no apology, made no attempt to understand, or to rectify our experience. That was the end of the conversation.

Ultimately, we found this property is not the luxurious experience it is purported to be. As such, we would be unable to recommend it (at its current price point), nor will we stay again.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Ange • couple • au
10
The perfect place to relax and unwind! We'll definitely be back!
Pros:

AIRPORT PICK-UP: a clean, fresh, air-con'ed van (fantastic after a long day in transit).

HOSPITALITY: Nothing was too much trouble, Molly, Beth and the girls were always on hand to help book dinners and activities, and give suggestions and advice.

ACCOMMODATION: the villa was cool, clean, spacious and very comfortable, with plenty of storage, a safe and a well-appointed kitchenette including a full sized fridge.

PRIVACY: the resort is small and private, most days we had the pool to ourselves and felt like the only people on the island!

CAR HIRE: so simple, car dropped off and collected from our accommodation.

ACTIVITIES: explore the island and find your favourite lunch and swimming spots (Koru Cafe & O'otu Beach), as well as snorkeling & kayaking straight out the front. Two absolute musts when visiting Aitutaki are the Lagoon Day Tour (organised through Etu Moana prior to arriving), and a visit to Stonefish Studio Surf Shop.

FOOD: breakfast by the pool - beautiful!!! For other meals, it is an easy walk along the beach to restaurants, also Etu Moana is very central to some great takeaway spots & grocery stores to get supplies when you just want a quiet night on your deck.

Etu Moana is the perfect destination to relax and unwind!

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • nz
10
Pros:

We loved everything about the place. Quiet, relaxing and so peaceful. All the staff were incredible too.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Fiona Olivia • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Super Host, perfekta Lage

Cons:

Chicken das einem weckt aber das gehört in die Cook Islands

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Nicky • couple • nz
9
Outstanding accomodation on Aitutaki - breakfast included no lunch or dinner facilities but plenty nearby filtered water
Pros:

Privacy only 8 villas adult only

Cons:

Loved it all

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

Der Garten war wunderschön. Gepflegter Strand. Sehr nettes Personal.Fahrzeuge wie Velos, Motorrad, Golfwagen, Kanus waren vorhanden.Transfair zum Flughafen gratis

Cons:

Leider war die Poolbar nur einmal offen in 7 Tagen im Gegensatz zu den anderen Resorts die täglich offen hatten. Frühstückbuffet zu wenig abwechslungsreich

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Carl • couple • us
9
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Katharina • couple • de
10
Pros:

Einfach alles, tolle Ausstattung toller Empfang.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Dale • couple • nz
9
Paradise stay location atmosphere perfect
Pros:

Beautiful grounds beach location quiet fantastic breakfast n in room cooking facilities and fabulous wonderful staff

Cons:

All was perfect

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Belinda • extended_group • au
9
We had a great stay.
Pros:

Property was very relaxing and very peaceful.
Very friendly manager and staff.

Cons:

Pool bar wasn’t opened everyday, and when it was opened it was only for a couple of hours.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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S1513ANanthonyh • Couples
10
Fantastic- can’t wait to return
Pros:

Fantastic resort to get away from the big cities. The villa we stayed in, number 2, was perfect with beach views, while the resort had all the facilities we needed with a great beach front and the ability to relax by a pool later in the day. So many nice restaurants within walking distance or I recommend hiring a car to get around. So easy to drive you can’t get lost. The staff were exceptional and some of the nicest people you could meet which is what Aitutaki is all about. I highly recommend this place and even through it does not have its own onsite restaurants and only a pool bar that does not detract at all as it’s nice walking along the beach to a variety of places next door. And only 8 villas makes it feel like you have the whole resort to yourself somedays

2026-03-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Katherine • couple • us
9
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • au
10
Relaxing paradise
Pros:

Fantastic resort with only 8 beautiful villas making the place feel like it’s your own. Beach front with plenty of water activities available and a pool with a bar to relax in the afternoon. Restaurants within walking distance from the resort

Cons:

We didn’t stay long enough. Can’t wait to come back

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Carmit • solo_traveller • nz
10
Amazing location, great atmosphere, the breakfast was wonderful, it felt like a private beach and you the only one there
Pros:

Location, very friendly, great atmosphere and eye for details (the though about everything)

Cons:

We like everything

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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M9247QCtodds • Couples
10
Excellent - would highly recommend
Pros:

Fantastic accommodation which is first class. Manager and staff were great going out of their way to check we had what we needed. Booking activities through reception ensured we got the experience we were looking for. A good pool was important to us, and this did not disappoint at all. Good breakfasts provided each day with many options on how we wanted our eggs.

2026-03-20 • via Tripadvisor
8
85shelleyv • Family
10
Loved the place.
Pros:

Loved the place. Staff couldn’t be more helpful. Adjusted breakfast times for activities and transfers. Accomodation was excellent. Pool was beautiful and right on the lagoon so could snorkel straight out.

2026-03-18 • via Tripadvisor
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davidbI4464BD • Solo travel
10
Simply stunning!
Pros:

A stunning, quiet and beautiful slice of paradise. The chalets are lovely - recently rennovated, spacious and superbly equipped with amazing outlooks and views onto the manicured gardens, the beach and the lagoon. The staff are simply superb - friendly, happy, hardworking and will do anything to ensure that your stay with them on the island is memorable. I am definitely going back!

2026-03-11 • via Tripadvisor
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Rona • couple • us
10
Paradise found!
Pros:

Clean, quiet and lush grounds. Beautifully appointed, comfortable cottages. Excellent food and staff that made it feel like home. And the location…heaven!!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Ronajnak • Friends getaway • Anchorage, Alaska
10
Paradise on Earth!!
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay so much! All the staff were warm and accommodating from pick up to check out. Molly and Beth made us feel like family! The grounds are gorgeous, and the bungalows are squeaky clean, spacious and comfortable. The breakfast each morning was delish! The pool, perfect. The ocean front…spectacular. Are you seeing a pattern? 10/10 recommend. We will be back!

2026-03-06 • via Tripadvisor