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Reviews of Studio Varia

Arorangi, Arorangi, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#23 of 128 hotels in Rarotonga

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Review score

Based on 45 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Contact numbers in their folder were incorrect. We couldnt't contact the owners for exiting information.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2025

    9.0
    Lovely place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 15 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite a bit of traffic going past often with curtains that did not block out lights at nighttime.

    Great cooking facilities and a decent size fridge. Was able to freeze drink bottles. Location was good. Within walking distance to the beach and a food truck with the best fresh fish and chips - yellow fin tuna and marlin.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2024

    10
    Amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I did have a few issues with the water pressure and the washing machine and dryer didnt work however maria was able to fix the water pressure as soon as i raised it and also got all my clothes washed and dry cleaned. She was so quick which i appreciated so much

    Very modern and clean and maria was an amazing host

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2024

    10
    Amazing little studio, nice & quiet location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The studio was lovely & new!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We landed late at night. It was difficult to find the property in the dark. would have been nice if there was a directions map as a part of the check in email and some lights outside the property.

    Very neat and well maintained property. comfortable stay for a couple.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    9.0
    Lovely modern villa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, modern very comfortable

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    10
    Spacious and clean villa close to the airport
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    A super clean villa close to the airport. Well equipped and spacious. We only stayed the one night before flying home, but would recommend for longer stays also. Located close to Black Rock beach and lots of eating places not too far away.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious, modern and very clean, perfect for couples.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    10
    Perfect stay 🙂
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to say

    We had a wonderful stay at Studio Varia! The staff was super friendly and helpful with everything. We were able to store our bags earlier in the property as we arrived early in the morning. The Studio was clean and had everything we needed. Couldn’t recommend it more!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only thing that we had a problem with was finding the place late at night. Only because Google maps done work very well on the island. But stay and Unit was great. Highly recommend. Many thanks.

    The unit was excellent, everything you needed was there. Well setup and very comfortable. Would definitely stay again.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    10
    We had a wonderful stay at Studio Varia, thank you for sharing it with us.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Studio Varia is new/modern, clean and has a good layout. It is in a good location in Rarotonga at Black Rock. Host Maria is very friendly, approachable and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    9.0
    I would recommended the property to others, and would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Lovely property, very clean - close to black rock.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    10
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything, it’s a beautiful modern studio with easy access to the bus 50m away. Friendly greeting and guide around the property. Quality items and lovely touches like shells and wall hangings. Classy.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2024

    8.0
    A clean modern space in a good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Had to write down credit card number and give it to a stranger on arrival - didn't feel comfortable doing this, hopefully they destroy the form? Confirmation said free wi-fi throughout but it was a paid hotspot. Washing machine was broken. There is a safe but no information on how to use it. Cupboards over sink and extractor over cooker are designed in such a way that we kept hitting our heads on them. No coffee plunger (everywhere we stayed had one).

    Modern interior, large comfortable bed, great location 5 mins to beach, small shop at end of the road, restaurants in walking distance. Fantastic sunsets on the beach!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2024

    10
    Excellent value for money and wonderful host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Modern, pristine, private, fully functional and safe.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    9.0
    A private, quiet, new place in a good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    More hooks or shelves in the bathroom. The stove extraction fan to be working.

    It was a new building

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Was brilliant. Room was 5 star. Highly recommend staying here

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    10
    Lovely studio, the design and amenity was above and beyond expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lovely studio, the design and amenity was above and beyond expectations. The excellent Booking.com rating is very accurate and we were very satisfied with our stay. Everything was very well thought through in a nice, quiet location near Black Rock beach.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Studio name is not available on Google map so took some time to figure out the location on the first day. about 10mins walking to bus stop. Had some WiFi login issue on first night but solved the next day.

    Studio looks better than photos. Very clean and new only 9-month old. Also provides washing machine, dryer and safty box very convenient. Maria was very patient to wait for us quite late for check-in. Also gave us two coconuts the following day and gave us free ride to Muri beach. Booking message response was very quick.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Highly recommend Studio Varia for your stay in Rarotonga. Location is perfect, the property has everything you need, and the property host were awesome. We will definitely be staying here again on our return

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Stunning Studio Varia
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I am so grateful to the lovely hospitality. It was a late arrival, and Maria was at this studio to welcome me. Everything is just like the photos, with tea, coffee available....comfortable bed and cute little porch at the front that catches the breeze in the mornings.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    10
    10 out of 10
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    super clean, friendly stuff, great amenities, lovely interior, good vibes:)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    10
    Value for money, fabulous & comfortable in every way!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all, fantastic place

    It would be hard to find a better property owner or cleaner/newer place to stay in Rarotonga with all the mod cons! Super convenient & great size for a couple that doesn’t want to be a “number” in a resort & still have access to everything this lovely island is noted for.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Best trip and stay everrrrr!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved EVERYTHING about this property, it was sooo comfortable and BOUJEE! Thank uuu Maria and Mama Vara for the yummy fresh fruit, Mango, Avocado, Pawpaw, Bananas, it was such a lovely welcome and stay xo the manaaki is phenomenal. The amenities and house is all new fresh and modern. Made for a lovely stay. I will ALWAYS book this whare for my stay in Raro everytime 🤗🤗 location is perrrrfect!

    Stayed in February 2024

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