I really believe these are the nicest and most spacious accommodations on the island. My husband and I were able to have separate rooms (beds were comfortable and the covers were beautiful) from our two children (13 and 10) who share the other bedroom which had 2 twin beds, cook ourselves (the kitchen had everything- stove, oven and microwave), and... More

We stayed 8 nights and loved it. I was worried we'd be staying too long but no it wasn't long enough. The villas were incredibly spacious - with two bedrooms (queen bed in one and two singles in the other). We were met at the airport by Mama and her son and it was 5 min drive to our accommodaton.... More

We had 10 days at Aretai at the beginning of August. We were met at the airport by Nane and it's a 5 minute drive to the accommodation which is absolute beachfront with views out to the reef through the palm trees. Aretai is not luxury accommodation but never the less is very comfortable and has everything you need. All... More

Aretai is a good deal in a decent location. We were upgraded to a beach villa, which was nice. It was so large and spacious which was really awesome for us. Normally rooms are so small and expensive. Compared to the prices in Bora Bora, this is a good deal. Aitutaki is very very rural and isolated though, so go... More

We spent one week as a family at the beach villas recently. The host, 'Mama', was the friendliest host one can imagine and provided us with fresh fruit 24/7 so we had to use the town's shopping facilities only very little, adding to the accommodation's value greatly. The location right on the beach was ideal for the kids, they just... More

We stayed for 4 nights mid October and had a really good time. The units are comfortable and clean. It was a real bonus having the kitchen so we could just stay by the beach, and not worry about what the kids were eating. The only thing missing in the kitchen is a blender to make fruit smoothies. Mama was... More

We spent 2 weeks at Aretai and we couldn't have asked for more. The Villas are spacious, modern, well appointed and clean. If you want self-catering and the freedom to do your own thing in an idyllic spot, then Aretai is just the place. The villas have 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a spacious open plan living area with kithchen... More

Aretai bungalows are the largest bungalows on the island. 2 bedrooms and large. Good location with about 15 ft to the lagoon's edge. It's a tight house, and no bugs were able to get in as they have screens. The livingroom/dining room is huge. Great large deck and equipped kitchen. No TV or phone but phone in the laundry building.... More

My husband, 3 year old daughter, and mother traveled from Texas to Aitutaki and stayed at the Aretai from late December 2008 to January 2009. It was a wonderful experience. We booked the room through a real estate agent in Rarotonga ($300NZ a night). He took 25% up front and then the balance two weeks prior to the trip. We... More