The mosquito net was a little bit old and dirty.. but apart from that everything was perfect!!

Confortable hut just next to the beach, there were bananas waiting in my hut and i got a freshly opened coconut from Matthias :) he is also doing lagoon tours and renting scooters and pick-ups from the Airport.

Stayed in March 2025

Accommodation is right on the beach

Stayed in March 2025

We stayed December 2024, great hospitality from the start, clean and homely, we were a bit stranded at the airport and what do you know we were picked up, a car was organised to hire - convertable it was too .... beautiful beach, we loved our stay and a beautiful family stayed right next to us ..... one downfall was the distance to the toilet haha 😄 no worries still got there, thank you so much for the stay, will come again ..... Elizabeth

Stayed in December 2024

Very little

Location, you can't get accommodation on Aitituki that is closer to the beach!

Stayed in February 2025

Cheap and cheerful, a bit more TLC would go a long way

Location on the beach. Tour with host Matthias is excellent

Stayed in January 2025

Please tell the roosters to sleep in a bit longer!

I loved, loved this place. It was easy to get to know and make friends with fellow travelers. The basic and simple structures, with window screens, instead of glass windows and plenty of shade trees made it easier to enjoy the natural setting than my sister's place at a nearby resort with air conditioning and a pool, with no shade trees. I loved watching the herons fishing in front of the rooms in the early morning light, and snorkeling in front of my room. I loved seeing the roosters wander about.I loved not needing to wear shoes all week. I loved skipping down the beach barefoot to a restaurant at a fancy resort to eat dinner on the beach. The outdoor shower and bathrooms added to the island charm. This place is more like glamping than a resort, so its not for everyone, but its fabulous for those who want to breathe fresh air, hear the wind and waves while they sleep at night, and enjoy the island the old fashioned way.

Stayed in November 2024

Please judge these comments knowing that I understood this would be rustic beach huts and I've traveled at a lot of different levels of comfort. I fully expected some bugs and mildew and was not disappointed. Unfortunately, the downside of the Garden unit is that it is back from the beach and tucked against the owners unit, you get a private bath but the mosquitos are fierce and you get very little of the sea breeze. Outside seating was unusable due to mosquitos. The mosquito netting for the bed was great and stayed down all the time - however, that left little room in the unit. The unit gets uncomfortably hot and humid and the single floor fan does not help much. Water pressure in the shower was almost nonexistent, a gravity fed dribble. Weird and unsafe stove setup, a propane camp stove inside with no ventilation. I ate every meal out. Not a place for people who aren't used to roughing it in undeveloped places.

I was met and dropped off at the airport ($10 fee each way). Bed was large and comfortable with good mosquito netting. Bikes were free for your use. Best snorkeling on the island (and the best I've done in a while) was right in front of the property - much better than you will get on any of the lagoon cruises. Small fridge worked. Internet was $5 for the week and reasonably fast and stable. I had the Garden Unit, the only unit with a private ensuite bath which for me is a must have. Excellent restaurants within easy walking distance. Day spa next door. Fire pit on the beach. I did not stay in the beachfront huts as they do not have an ensuite bath, but they appeared to have great sea breezes and views with nice porches.

Stayed in December 2024

The rugs felt a bit dank, but I'm not sure that could be helped without having heating/air conditioning? The free bikes, paddleboards and snorkel gear have seen sunnier days, but it's great they are available since there's few, if any, places to rent such gear. I was happy for the use of snorkel fins since mine couldn't fit into my luggage.

I liked the entire experience! The location can't be beat for walking from your front porch to the beach for snorkeling or paddle boarding. The huts were in the trees so the rooms stayed cooler from the shade, although there is a fan if it does get too hot (no AC). Each hut has its own kitchenette with dishes/pots/pans, and private outdoor shower. Bikes, paddleboards and snorkel gear were available to use for free. It was a lovely place to sit on the beach, chat with your hut neighbors, and watch the roosters pecking in the sand, and the herons and cats fishing! Matthias offers a snorkeling tour, even going beyond the reef. We had spectacular sea-life sightings on his tour! He also kindly brought us mangoes and bananas!

Stayed in November 2024

Smaller than it looked in the photos, but we got used to that. Little more attention needed in some areas.

On the edge of the beach with a view looking at the beach. The lagoon cruise was really good, Matthias is very knowledgeable and he says it how it is!

Stayed in December 2024

Ok if you’re fine with shared outhouse for beach cabins. No view in garden unit, but has private bathroom and way too soft of a bed. Overall, very basic which is fine for me. I thought it a bit overpriced, but everything in the Cooks is overpriced…

Right on the beach. Quiet. Bicycles and SUP and no charge.

Stayed in December 2024

The property is a little tired but everything works. Neighbours rooster chorus gets an early start.

Fabulous spot amongst the trees and right on the beach. Saw a whale frolicing just past the reef. Some old Paddle boards make the lagoon accessible. Tidy huts with a balcony. Has everything you need to self cater and mossie nets which are essential. We were able to rent a scooter onsite and free use of bicycles Nice sunset spot.

Stayed in September 2024

Shower water could be cold 🥶

Great location. Absolute beachfront. Best boat tour. We even swam with whales 🐳

Stayed in August 2024

Awesome location. Loved looking our to the ocean each day. We didn't have the best weather but still had a great time. The unit was cosy and had everything we needed.

Stayed in September 2024

The solar system was not too efficient. Would have liked better hot water in the shower.

This is a fabulous location. Simple beach huts with the best wall paper. A view out to the lagoon through the palm trees. If you are after inexpensive accommodation this is the option for you.

Stayed in August 2024

The toilet is a 10 metre walk outside but it didn't bother me.

I loved this place. Right on the beach and everything you need. Even the cat makes you feel welcome! A walk along the beach will show you the resorts next door but at Matriki you get the same view for a fraction of the price. The free bikes made shopping really easy...a five minute pedal

Stayed in August 2024

Being 66 and 68 the steep stairs in tree house and toilet downstairs and shower 50 metres away made it difficult at night. Better for 20 to 40 year olds. Cheap and cheerful for adventurous travellers on a stunning lagoon.

Beach front lagoon. Awesome

Stayed in June 2024

There was really a lot of mosquitos. Altough we were using repelent, I need to wear long pants outside.

Simple but really nice huts right on the beach. It has everything you need for your stay, beach was great for snorkeling or just chilling and you can rent scooter (25NZD/day) or bikes for free here. And the lagoon cruise with Matthias was out of the world, we really recommend it.

Stayed in May 2024

The bed was incredibly soft, I have never in my life slept on something like that. It would need some deep cleaning allover, don’t get me wrong it wasn’t dirty, but you could see some spots that would need attention- specially the bathroom. Would be great if there was a airport pick up even in the early hours as we arrived at 6AM and there was nobody to pick us up or not even a taxi, we were lucky enough there were some local women and they took us to the cafe, where Matthias picked us up at 8.

Right at the beautiful beach with amazing snorkeling, very quiet, amazing sunsets, close to the shops, right next to the Tamanu beach with the island show, close to the Pacific resort. We stayed in the garden unit which has private bathroom and toilet- great. Little sitting outside was nice too. Free bikes ( they are little rusty but do the job) to ride around the island which I recommend, we’ve seen the whole island and sweat a little bit as a bonus! The lagoon cruise with Matthias was without the doubt the best think that is happening on that island!!! Worth every dollar ($150 pp). Not just that he takes you around the lagoon where all the other boats go too, but he also took us to see the outer reef which was the best part- so much life (lots of turtles, rays, colorful corals, milion fish). We had lunch at honeymoon island with a little walk around- Matthias is very knowlegable and since he lives on the island for 30 years he knows what he is talking about- so interesting! We met other cruise with like 50 people at the one foot island and we were just sooo happy to be in small group of 5!!!

Stayed in May 2024

Excellent value for money, good way to visit Aititaki on a budget. Location great, friendly staff.

Stayed in April 2024

Could use a good scrub. Some hooks for clothes would be nice. A couple bikes available, but most are not functional. Lagoon tours were not available as listed.

Location was great! Right on the lagoon. Great for beach walking, snorkeling, swimming, etc. Comfy beds! Filtered water available.

Stayed in April 2024

Beautiful location, basic facilities but has everything you need, and wonderful hosts. Extraordinarily accommodating, made my stay so comfortable. I loved my little beach hut!

Stayed in March 2024

You probably need to hire a scooter if you want to get around the island but this doesn’t change wherever you are based and Matariki has one for you to hire from them!

Beachfront low key and beautiful!

Stayed in February 2024

It is all a bit dated, but that's why you pay relatively little.

Be aware that you go to a budget accomodation. Switch your mindset to it and you will have a great time! Perfect beach access, with fabulous snorkling right in front of the huts. Mattias and Riki provide simple bicycles, but for free. Pleasant to keep you mobile to supermarkets, takeaways and restaurants on that side of Aitutaki. And do Mattias' boat cruise! It is worth every dollar; snorkeling with the giant trevallies is a great experience!

Stayed in February 2024

A little too far from shops to get provisions but that can be resolved easily.

Its location, with beautiful lagoon beach right in front of the huts, it’s quietness and relaxed, laid back feel.

Stayed in February 2024