Am Strand, weißer Sandstrand, Kajakfahren

Bewertungen von Coral Sands Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Coral Sands Apartments
Main Road, Arorangi, Rarotonga

Bewertungen

9,0

Wunderbar

39 von insgesamt 59 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 10 - Hervorragend" "
15 von insgesamt 59 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 8 - Gut" "
1 von insgesamt 59 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 6 - Okay" "
2 von insgesamt 59 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 4 - Schlecht" "
2 von insgesamt 59 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 2 - Ungenügend" "

9,2/10

Sauberkeit

9,4/10

Personal & Service

8,4/10

Ausstattung

9,0/10

Zustand der Unterkunft

8,0/10

Umweltfreundlichkeit

Bewertungen

10/10 – Hervorragend

Bernhard

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Schöne, gepflegte Apartments mit super Service !
Sehr schöne, gepflegte Apartment-Anlage nur wenige Schritte vom Traumstrand entfernt. Eve und Brent als Apartment-Betreiber super freundlich und immer hilfsbereit. Nur ca. 20 Minuten mit dem Auto oder dem öffentlichen Bus bis ins Zentrum von Avarua und Flughafen. Kleinere Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und Restaurants in der Nähe. Gute Ausstattung im Apartment für Selbstversorger. Abholung und Fahrt zum Flughafen nach Absprache mit Apartmentbetreiber. Wasser in Küche gefiltert und UV-behandelt. Bei längeren Aufenthalt wöchentliche Reinigung und Bettwäschewechsel. Selbstbedienungswaschautomat vorhanden. Ganzes Apartment mit Insektenschutzgittern. Gute Ausstattung für Selbstversorger.
Aufenthalt von 28 Nächten im August 2017

10/10 – Hervorragend

Prue

Gut: Sauberkeit und Zustand der Unterkunft
Aufenthalt von 19 Nächten im April 2024
Antwort von Brent & Eve am 28. Apr. 2024
Thanks for taking the time to provide a great feedback score to us.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Kaa

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Februar 2024
Antwort von Brent & Eve am 28. Apr. 2024
Thanks for your great review Kaa. So pleased you enjoyed your time with us.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Coral

Mit der Familie gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
First time to Rarotonga Had a great stay.. The hosts were so friendly and helpful. Let us have a late check out. Their staff were great as well. . A nice little walk to the beach and the pool was so well used.. We loved staying here Thank-you
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Januar 2024
Antwort von Brent & Eve am 15. März 2024
Thanks for taking the time to post a review Coral. So pleased you enjoyed your stay with us.

4/10 – Schlecht

Miriam

Mit der Familie gereist
The good part is the property was clean and the areas around and the pool was handy. The service people were very helpful and friendly. The owner does not live onsite but there are cameras everywhere outside. We spent 3 wks there. My biggest complaint is the beds were hard as. 3wks is a long time to sleep on a hard bed. The double bed couch is NOT suitable for 2 adults. I would honestly say that is for 1 adult or 2 children. However that couch bed is also hard and you could feel the springs. We did communicate this but the solution we got was not suitable either. Also just a tip it would be great if you could explain to your customers that they need to book an extra night if they are arriving at 1.35am on jetstar. Yes its on the website but in the excitement of going on holiday it could be missed. This is basic customer service, its called looking after the customer. If i could have got my money back i would have moved. To be honest we will never stay there again.
Antwort von Brent am 2. Aug. 2023
Kia Orana MiriamWe had multiple conversations and different solutions to the sofa bed issue. I was at pains to check in with you and your husband to ensure that you were happy with the outcome and the answer was always yes.The check in confusion you mention was with your daughter in law's group who was a separate booking from yours through another 3rd party online travel agent. In my conversations with her - including calling her in Sydney before they left - she was comfortable that she had made an error and made arrangements with family on the island until they could check in after the necessary cleaning and preparation could be completed. I respect and appreciate the apology your husband gave me the morning after the 3 of us "discussed" our inability to accommodate them earlier than their booking when we were already at 100% capacity.Best Regards - Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Charlotte

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Accomodation woukd leave you to it, offering help or services every other day to check in, but overall were simply very relaxed and left us to our lovely getaway.
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Juli 2022
Antwort von Brent & Eve am 31. Juli 2022
Thanks for your feedback Charlotte and so glad you were both finally able to enjoy your long awaited honeymoon trip.

2/10 – Ungenügend

Susan

Verbesserungswürdig: Sauberkeit und Komfort des Zimmers
Very disappointing
I stayed in unit no. 7 which was located away from the other apartments and should not have been rented. It had the electrical box for all the apartments so was often getting a knock on the door to check the box. I had to remove worms from the room, and it wasn't as advertised. The other rooms looked ok so I'm saying don't rent no. 7. Very disappointing as I had booked 3 weeks there.
Aufenthalt von 23 Nächten im Mai 2022
Antwort von Brent am 28. Juni 2022
Kia Orana Susan The guest that stayed with us at that time was Erol. He did mention that his partner made all of his bookings so we assume that this must be you. Our number 7 apartment does not face the pool like the others but it also has a lower nightly rate which reflects that and its slightly smaller size. It does however have a private outdoor grassed area which the others do not. We have a number of regular business customers who specifically book this room as they enjoy the privacy and outdoor area. I had a number of conversations with Erol while he stayed with us. We had to replace the TV and he said that he would provide a review along the lines of "the boss bought me a huge new Smart TV for my stay". We had an electrical problem that required tracing and yes the switchboard is in that room but we only accessed it during the day-and never before 9 am. At no time did Erol suggest he was unhappy with any aspect of his stay. To learn of these concerns 3 days after his departure makes it impossible to rectify. We could have moved him to another room for example for at least some of his stay. Regards - Brent & Eve

8/10 – Gut

K

Mit der Familie gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service und Komfort des Zimmers
Aufenthalt von 9 Nächten im Januar 2020
Antwort von Eve and Brent am 23. Jan. 2020
Thank you for providing this feedback, hope you had a great stay and hope to see you back some day.

2/10 – Ungenügend

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Verbesserungswürdig: Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Communication by host really poor . Did not realise there was no onsite manager. We’re there in middle of flooding and tropical storm and they were more concerned about a park bench that floated away than communicating with their guests on safety and finding out how we were . No one to meet us on arrival and we were left to find our room which had the wrong name on the board outside. They arrived half an hour after we got there then gave us a key that wouldn’t fit the look. By this time our luggage was in our room and we were locked out. Told the host who was onsite at the time and she drove off to go to their other accommodation and forgot about us so we were left locked out of our room for half an hour then had to ring and remind her we will still waiting to get in. Place is on the market and they were more focused on trying to sell the property to guests than making sure guests we were comfortable and looked after. They came and went at different times and seemed disinterested. The only time I hopped in the the rusty para pool for a swim the owner stopped by to clean it . Started cleaning it while I was in there and didn’t even bother to ask if it was ok so I ended up having to hop out. We had an aircon unit in our room which we werent told about usage of. If we wanted to use it had to pay $15 a day for the facility. We were only told this by another guest as there was nothing on the property information about this. I would definitely not recommend this property.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Dezember 2019
Antwort von Eve and Brent am 5. Jan. 2020
Thanks for your feedback - we only wish you had expressed your concerns with us while you were here so we had an opportunity to address them with you immediately. We provide each apartment with a prepaid mobile phone to ensure there is no barrier to contacting us. Below is an extract of the standard message we send to guests following a booking. We sent this to you on December the 10th and are advised by the Expedia/Wotif system that you read it the same day; Kia Orana MacDonald Thank you for booking your accommodation here with us at the Coral Sands Apartments, we look forward to meeting you in December. Once confirmed, can you please advise us of your flight details so that we can ensure we meet you on site on arrival. We can arrange airport transfers if required, these are $15 per person each way, payable in cash directly to the driver. Alternatively, you may wish to consider hiring a vehicle from the airport, if you would like some options for this please let us know. We arrived half an hour after you arrived because we could only guess what flight you were on but left the apartment unlocked for you in case we were wrong. The booking name we received was for MacDonald Robinson so that was all we had to work with. The room lock was an issue that we are taking up with the locksmith who replaced the lock while we were away earlier that week. Once Brent gave you his key that was no longer an issue for you as far as we were aware. The rusty pool clips are a disappointment to us as well. Firstly that within 18 months of installing them they have rusted, the NZ based supplier is not covering them under warranty and despite being ordered in November the replacements still have not arrived. The storm on New Years day was a first for us and came as a surprise to many on the island with how early it arrived and the ferocity of it. My priority when I first arrived was to ensure the property itself was secure as therefore the guests inside it would also be. To suggest I was more concerned with the bench that got broken up and dragged along the beach is unfair and not true. Your apartment was on the leeward side of the building and less likely to be impacted than the other apartments. I popped around the corner for a look and saw nothing out of the ordinary except for a lot of wind blown vegetation which was consistent with the rest of the property and island. With respect to the aircon below is what appears under important information on the Wotif page: Optional extras The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out. Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 25 per 24-hour period (rates may vary) Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 25 per 24-hour period (rates may vary) Airport shuttle fee: NZD 15 per person (one way) Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 15.00 (one way) Air conditioning fee: NZD 15 per night Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 46 per week The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees

8/10 – Gut

Verifizierter Reisender

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im August 2019
Antwort von Eve am 2. Sept. 2019
Thanks for taking the time to post this feedback. Kind regards Eve & Brent

6/10 – Okay

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Personal & Service
Verbesserungswürdig: Sauberkeit
Great proximity & access to beach. Appreciated the chilled water, fruit juice & fresh bread to start us off. Easy bus round island. Our unit was pretty old & tired & could have done with a good overall clean. Comfy bed.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im August 2019
Antwort von Eve am 13. Aug. 2019
Thanks for your feedback, hope you enjoyed your stay. Regards Eve

10/10 – Hervorragend

Barbara, Rotorua

Mit einer Gruppe gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Quiet, secluded and only a short step down a leafy pathway to the ocean. Beautiful. Nice pool if just want to lie in the sun. Charming, helpful hosts. Would we return to Coral Sands? You bet we will. Xx
Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im Juli 2019
Antwort von Eve am 13. Aug. 2019
How lovely of you to have posted your feedback, hope to see you both back some day. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Juli 2019
Antwort von Eve am 30. Juli 2019
Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback. Kind regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Beachfront location. Toilet seat needed attention, a pack of Tissues would have been helpful
Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im Juli 2019
Antwort von Eve am 17. Juli 2019
Thanks for your feedback, and toilet seat has been fixed, our apologies for the inconvenience. Hope to see you back someday. Kind regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Lovely quiet clean property just off the beach. Nice surprise to have a few extra goodies waiting in the fridge. Helpful staff and proprietors.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2019
Antwort von Eve am 3. Juli 2019
Thank you so much for sharing your experience of the Coral Sands Apartments. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit der Familie und kleinen Kindern gereist, Mit der Familie gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
This place had everything we wanted and more. It was clean and spacious. Had a nice pool, Brent was knowledgeable and helpful, and the breakfast supplies for the first morning were a great touch
Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im Mai 2019
Antwort von Eve am 18. Juni 2019
So happy to hear this, love to see you back some day. Kind regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
What we liked was the privacy to be left alone to do our own thing. It's not a large place but was very comfortable for 2 of us. Brent and Eve were contactable by phone and they responded immediately to what we needed. In our case it was a blown kitchen light bulb. There is no daily cleaning, but we did this ourselves without any concern. We never went swimming as I felt the pool was not that large and was mostly used by families with children. Plenty of ocean to swim in though. Roosters were annoying and our room was on the main road so very noisy due to traffic. Just shows how busy Rarotonga is. There is no restaurant or bar at this place but there is a kitchenette if you don't wish to eat out. We preffered eating out as it gave us a chance to see and review different places each day. Overall loved and enjoyed our stay.
Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im Mai 2019
Antwort von Eve am 18. Juni 2019
Thanks so much for providing this feedback, love to see you back someday. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Small number of apartments, nice and quiet. Parking was a little busy as most had cars rather than scooters.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im April 2019
Antwort von Eve am 24. Apr. 2019
Thanks for your review. The car park can get quite busy at times and with the new scooter laws, more guests are choosing to rent a car. Hope to see you back some day. Regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

GeoffandGlen, Bay of Islands NZ

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Great smaller property well located at the beach and just a few mins by car or local bus from town. Apartment very well equipped with extras including pre-paid local phone, blender in kitchen, ample initial supplies in the kitchen (juice, bread, cereals, butter, jam, salt n pepper). Snorkel, mask and beach towel with free access to Kayak and book/DVD lending library
Aufenthalt von 11 Nächten im April 2019
Antwort von Eve am 5. Mai 2019
Thank you so much for providing this review, we really appreciate it. Hope to see you back some day. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Spacious, self contained apparment, with private outdoor space. Hosts very helpful. Even provided beach shoes and snorkel to use.
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im März 2019
Antwort von Eve am 8. Apr. 2019
Thank you so much for this review, we really appreciate you taking the time to let others know of your experience at the Coral Sands Apartments. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit der Familie gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Ausstattung und Zustand der Unterkunft
Enjoyed the whole holiday staying at Coral Sands. Clean apartment with everything you need for a self catering holiday. Loved the pool. Secure property to stay at.
Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im Februar 2019
Antwort von Eve am 25. Feb. 2019
Thank you for sharing your experience, and happy that you enjoyed our little piece of paradise. Kind regards Eve

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Mit dem Partner gereist
Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service und Zustand der Unterkunft
It was awesome that guest were given their own mobile fone to use for your stay to contact the hosts if you need anything and free calls & txts to any local numbers, it was really handy calling friends and family on the island
Aufenthalt von 10 Nächten im Januar 2019
Antwort von Eve am 22. Jan. 2019
Thanks for your review, we do try and provide the little things that matter so everyone can enjoy our little piece of paradise. Hope to see you again some day. Kind regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Peter

Gut: Sauberkeit, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
A pleasant, clean, comfortable apartment. Absolutely fit for purpose, and we would be happy to stay there again.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im November 2018
Antwort von Eve am 14. Nov. 2018
Thank you so much for your feedback, hope to see you back some day. Regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
I loved staying here, because it was super clean, very close to the beach in a quiet neighborhood. They organized a pick up and drop off ($15 each way), stopped at a supermarket on the way, and showed us some restaurants close by. The room had a mini fridge, a good size kitchen with everything you need to cook with and a good strong shower. There were a loaf of bread, 1ltr milk, a bottle of juice, spreads, coffee and tea (complimentary), the water from the tap was treated and tasted great!! It takes only 30 seconds to the beach on foot, and it was almost like a private beach, I only saw a couple of people walking by or swimming, which made it so perfect for me, because I don't like big resorts where there are lots of kids and smokers around me (no offense). I had a coffee in the morning and a glass of wine at night, reading a book and listening to the waves on the beach..... They also have two kayaks, life jackets and beach shoes, snorkeling masks, DVDs and books, BBQ area, a small swimming pool (28degrees-nice!) all free to use. They even gave us a mobile phone with some credit, so we could ring up to make restaurant reservations and book activities. Internet is not free, air-con is not free, no restaurants in the complex....but I didn't need them at all. There are some resorts nearby where we can just walk in to enjoy their facilities. The temperature was just right, quite hot during the day, but cool in the evening. I definitely stay with them next time I go back.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im November 2018
Antwort von Eve am 8. Nov. 2018
Thank you so much for providing this feedback, it's so helpful for other potential guests to read this sort of detail. Love to see you back someday. Regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Andrea

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great place with great extra touches
I'm so glad we stayed at the Coral Sands! It's spacious - living room with kitchen and eating table, and a nice size bedroom as well as nice size bathroom. One of us slept on the fold out sofa in the living room (none of those fold outs are really comfortable, and this one was no worse than others). The furnishings are pleasant and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed for the first morning. We really also appreciated that the water was filtered, so we did not have to buy drinking water. The fridge even had a container of the water, so there was always cold water on hand. Another great touch was the local cell phone and phone charger. That way we had a local phone, and didn't have to get SIM cards. This was a group trip, and two of our group stayed in two different hotels not far away. We saw their rooms and they were clean and pleasant, but awfully cramped. You really didn't feel like being in the room for a bit of rest from the heat, or just hanging out a bit before going off to dinner. There's no question that we will go back to the Coral Sands next time on Rarotonga.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im September 2018
Antwort von Eve am 1. Nov. 2018
Thank you so much for this review, we are stoked you found the coral Sands suited you and we hope to see you back some day. Kind regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Brenda

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great people and place to stay. Looked after us well. WEL worth the money. Self-catering and left very much to ourselves. Was just lovely. 😃👍
Aufenthalt von 9 Nächten im September 2018
Antwort von Eve am 9. Okt. 2018
Thank you so much for providing this feedback, very happy you were satisfied with the accommodation. Hope to see you back some day. Regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Mim, Hokitika

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
We had apartment around the back and found to be nice and quiet and private.
Aufenthalt von 6 Nächten im September 2018
Antwort von Eve and Brent am 19. Sept. 2018
Thanks for taking the time to review your stay and we are very glad you enjoyed it.

10/10 – Hervorragend

JohnD, New Zealand

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Good for single business traveller
Quiet, comfortable working environment. Good WiFi access via Bluesky though you'll pay for this and it's pacific rates. Brent was very helpful and friendly as many have said previously. Good tips on what to do, where to eat and when. Rooms are clean and spacious. Happy days.
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im August 2018
Antwort von Eve am 27. Aug. 2018
Thanks so much for your feedback we really appreciate you taking the time. Hope to see you back some day.

8/10 – Gut

Verifizierter Reisender

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Wonderful apartment with good facilities close to
We had a wonderful holiday in this v friendly apartment. The sea was right next door and equipment for water activities was provided. Arrived to fridge stocked for breakfast which was v welcome. Would definitely stay here again. 😀😎
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Juni 2018
Antwort von Eve am 27. Juni 2018
Thank you very much, or Meitaki Ma'ata as we say here, for your lovely feedback. Hope to see you back someday. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Steve, Canberra

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great alternative to resort
Brent and Eve are great hosts - they went out and shopped for us because were arriving on Good Friday - and were always willing to help. The location is great and the accommodation is very clean and very functional. It is a genuine self-contained set up with everything you will need to look after yourself including external laundry. Great touch with tack room full of fins, reef walkers, books, dvds, magazines etc. We will be back in August.
Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im März 2018
Antwort von Eve am 25. Okt. 2018
Thanks so much for this feedback Steve. Look forward to seeing you all again in a few months. All the best Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Morgan, Auckland

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
BEST spot!
My family and I had a wonderful Island getaway here - we booked three double rooms and really loved the spacious rooms and privacy of the apartments. Lovely and small with everyone getting to know each other which made for a more enjoyable stay. Brent and Eve have been AWESOME with communication before the stay with booking and helpful information towards our trip and even showing up everyday to be present and help whenever needed. They set you up with a phone to use whilst there (you need to leave money on it upon departure) but made for easy communication between us, them and activities. It was brilliant to turn up late in the evening to rooms with lights on, pre organised taxi (thanks again to Brent and Eve) and also see the BEST thing ever in the fridge - milk, butter and some amazing muffins for our first breakfast. I literally LOVE this place and would personally recommend anyone stay here. Easy access to the bus, beach, corner store and very informative in the welcome manual and pamphlets. They also have a little library and DVDs available for those more relaxed days. Best experience ever. :-) Thank you!!
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Februar 2018
Antwort von Eve am 5. März 2018
Kia Orana and thank you so much for providing this review, it makes it so easy for other potential guests to make decisions when good feedback like this is given. Definitely take on board the compendiums, they are on out list for an update. Hope to see you back some day. Kia Manuia Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Martin, Auckland N.Z.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great Self Catering Accomodation
Upon arrival in the evening, we were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and spaciousness of the appartment. We took a look around the next morning and everything was as described in the advertising. The hosts, Brent & Eve were very helpful and were there to provide advice or just have a friendly chat but mainly left the guests to it which made the experience even more relaxing. The accommodation staff were also very friendly and professional and again, just let the guests get on with their holiday but were available if required. The ages of the guests during our stay ranged from the 20's up to the 80's and everybody got along really well. The layout of the complex and the on-site BBQ were a factor in this as guests would often congregate around the BBQ while the cooking was underway for a drink and a chat. The beach is less than a minute away and during our stay was very quiet and peaceful. As the name of the accommodation suggests, the beach is a coral beach and it is best to use the reef shoes provided by the accommodation. kayaks and snorkel gear are also available Another nice touch is the DVD & book "library" which is well stocked and a nice option after spending a day at the beach or pool Filtered water also a big plus so no need to buy This was our third trip to Raro but the first time we have gone self catering. Whist we have enjoyed every visit, our stay at the C.S. was easily our most enjoyable yet and we will definitely be returning for our next visit.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im November 2017
Antwort von Eve am 7. Dez. 2017
Wow, thanks so much for taking the time to provide this review, it's great others will get to read of your experience in our little piece of paradise. Hope to see you again one day. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Sam , Australia.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
The apartments are on the beach and its pool is in
Fans in every room and two with air conditioning . A bit hot at times but overall a great place to stay.
Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im November 2017
Antwort von Eve am 5. Dez. 2017
Thank you for your review. hope to see you back some day soon. Regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Lex, UK

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Really spacious and great staff
We stayed at Coral Sands for 3 nights after a week in Aitutaki. Brett the owner was great and nothing was too much trouble. Our apartment itself was tucked around the back away from the swimming pool and very close to the road, one overlooking the pool would have been nicer hence giving 4 stars instead of 5. Saying that the apartment was huge, well furnished and very clean, the room even had a mobile phone you could use to book restaurants/taxi's etc which was a nice touch. There are a couple of restaurants and a shop within walking distance and laundry facilities on site. We did book an airport transfer through Brett, the taxi didn't turn up though so we phoned Brett and he jumped out of bed and was there within 10 minutes to take us to the airport.
Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Oktober 2017
Antwort von Eve am 8. Nov. 2017
Thank you so much for providing this feedback for other potential guests. On your choice of apartment, some guests do prefer to be a bit out of the way, and the price difference does reflect this, but it's good you provided some feedback on the difference. Hope to see you back someday. Regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Verifizierter Reisender

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Nice place to stay & close to nice restaurants & bars
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im September 2017
Antwort von Eve am 8. Nov. 2017
Thanks for your feedback, hope to see you back someday. Regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Ingrid

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Good value
Good value. Clean pool and adequate kitchen. Owners adressed all problems promptly. No view of the ocean though it is close. Quite a lot of traffic noise
Aufenthalt von 6 Nächten im Oktober 2017
Thank you for your comments Ingrid All the best Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Angie, canada

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Nice apartment
We were a group of five adults staying in Raro.. Brent and Eve were great hosts. They were in contact with us all the time should we need anything or information. They arranged to have someone meet us at the apartment to drop of luggage at the beginning of the trip as we arrived very early on a Sunday. FYI not much happens on a Sunday in Raro! I would recommend these apartments to someone looking for a nice clean well kept apartment style accommodation in Raro..
Antwort von Eve am 8. Nov. 2017
Thank you so much Angie, great you guys had a lovely time in Raro - hope to see you back some day Regards Eve & Brent

8/10 – Gut

Adriane/Michael, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Good position, handy to most amenities.
Initially there was a mix up with the bookings between management and Expedia, but management did everything to rectify the situation for which we were grateful. The complex is more a motel type, and the seven (?)units are sufficient to allow some privacy without too much interruption from other guests. Good beach access was a plus as were some good quality adjacent restaurants. Overall a pleasant environment. NOTE:- Unfortunately there was a noise problem with neighbouring property owners allowing dog(s) barking incessantly throughout the night.This is out of the control of the management and they are aware of the dog problem on the island which is understood to be addressed by the police authorities.It is a pity, as everything was well beyond satisfaction and hopefully can be addressed in course.
Aufenthalt von 13 Nächten im August 2017

10/10 – Hervorragend

Julie

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Coral Sands Perfect
We have just returned from 9 nights at Coral Sands. FIve adults staying in a 3 bedroom apartment. We all absolutley loved staying here, a great alternative to a busy resort. Fabulous location very close to the beach, great pool. We had a very laid back and relaxing holiday. Coral Sands was perfect. Thanks Eve and Brent.
Aufenthalt von 9 Nächten im Juli 2017
Wow Julie, thank you so much for your comments and review, it's really helpful for other potential guests to hear of your experience and we fully appreciate you taking the time to provide this. So happy you had a lovely time, and we hope to see you back some day! Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Oriana

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Coral Sands Cook Islands
Coral Sands was a perfect home away from home. Our hosts were friendly and helpful, there were kayaks and snorkel gear, laundry, books and movies to borrow. Great little kitchen, comfy bed. Amazing pool. Can't wait to go back!
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Juli 2017
Thank you so much for your comments and review, awesome you loved our little piece of paradise and we hope to see you back some day. Kind regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Ryan & Loren

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great apartments, great operators.
Had a great stay at Coral Sands. Brent and Eve went above and beyond to make our holiday exceptional. Definitely recommend.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Nick, NZ

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great Accommodation in Lovely Location
Had a wonderful week staying at Coral Sands. The apartments are well maintained and in great condition with a whole load of great facilities to use while you're there, such as barbecue, kayaks, snokels and masks, fins, beach towels, pool, and more, including use of a local cellphone... just in case... In addition the hosts are extremely helpful and accommodating. The location is right next to a lovely quiet beach which has a reef full of fish to swim, snorkel and kayak in. In addition there are a couple of small shops, bars and restaurants within easy walking distance. This is in a relatively quiet spot compared to some places in Rarotonga, but that was part of the appeal for me, and saying that, getting anywhere a bit busier is easy by catching the bus right outside the gate, or renting your own transport which is easy to do. All in all, had a great time and would definitely come and stay again.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Rebecca, Sydney, Australia

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great self contained family unit, close to beach
We stayed on one of the three bedroom units. There was ample room for 6 adults, with well appointed facilities both inside and outside the unit. The owners Eve and Brent were very friendly and paid a lot of attention to the property. The unit was a close walk to the beach where you can snorkel and relax on the beach. The property was a short drive to the main town and was nearby a number of restaurants (within walking distance). The layout of the units created a friendly environment amongst those staying there, with enough room for car and scooter parking. Thank you for Eve and Brent for a lovely stay.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Sue & Russell, Orewa, New Zealand

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Perfect for R&R
Coral Sands has everything we needed on arrival (late at night) and during our stay. BBQ area with mosquito coils, use of reef shoes, snorkels and flippers, DVD and books to read. Even the use of mobile phones so we could book activities. Located in a great position between the main town and Muri. The beach is only 100 metres away and there are bars, restaurants and diaries all within easy walking distance. Our apartment was spotless and very comfortable. Thanks Brent & Eve for being such wonderful hosts. We look forward to staying with you again soon.
Antwort von Eve am 19. Apr. 2017
Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate you taking the time to provide this feedback for other potential guests. All the best and we hope to see you back some time. Regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Verifizierter Reisender

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Had a great time would definitely stay at Coral Sands again. Prepay phone and breakfast ingredients greatly appreciated. Bev
Antwort von Eve am 28. März 2017
Thank you so much for providing this feedback Bev, and hope to see you back some day. Regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Gary Spence, Pitt Meadows BC

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Wonderful
Just 2 min from beach on private path. Our one bedroom unit was spacious and clean when we arrived. All 4 one bedroom units have a covered patio that has shade all day. The pool is cleaned daily. It had a hideabed couch. Units have 2 burner gas stove top, 1100 watt microwave and under counter fridge. The office is not staffed, but help is just minutes away by calling. The managers come by twice daily to check out the site and see to any guest's needs. Most days a grounds keeper and a house keeper are on site for most of the day. There is daily towel exchange and linens can be exchanged on request. Brent and Eve were friendly and guest focused.
Thank you so much for your review, we really apprecaite you taking the time to provide feedback for other prospective guests. Hope to see you back some day, and hope its not too cold back home. Regards Eve & Brent

10/10 – Hervorragend

Lynne, Canberra, Australia

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Great position to the beach, restaurants,bus,etc.
Our apartment was lovely and right near the pool. We were well looked after. Well equipped apartment. Peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the Cook Islands.
Antwort von Eve am 28. März 2017
Thank you so much for your feedback, we really appreciate it, and happy you enjoyed your stay at the Coral Sands Apartments. Hope to see you back one day. Regards Eve & Brent

4/10 – Schlecht

Travel agent , Sydney

Verbesserungswürdig: Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Info regarding this property is misleading!!!
Please kindly be aware that General info regarding this property is misleading misrepresented. We booked 40 sq metres apartment. The actual size of two rooms apartment is probably as following:Bed room 3x4 sq metres plus Leaving room 3x4,5 with the actual total size of about 25,5 sq metres and not 40 as claimed (!) The owner/s of that property even on some websites claim 60 sq metres (seems to me if the outdoor parking area would area included) - to attract attention and get bookings/business. Strictly saying it is fraudulent activities, which obviously mislead clients. Regarding our stay, which was booked via www.expedia.com, where that property clearly stated that it has air conditioning in reality we were told that to get it "turned on" we would need to pay 15$ per night extra. Again it was fraudulent statement by the property owner on expedia.com that air conditioning is provided: Room Amenities Air conditioning, Ceiling fan etc Overall, it is reasonably clean, but the issues with: actual room sizes, extra surcharge for the electricity (to get air conditioner turned one) and broken window in the bed-room (need to be fixed in the the apartment #2) all that was not really pleasant attributes of our paradise island escape holidays.
Antwort von Eve am 16. Feb. 2017
Kia Orana Thank you for your feedback. In response, these 1 bedroom apartments have three rooms which includes the bathrooms (not two), so you may not have considered the measurement of the bathroom as part of your calcuations. While we have not actually measured the apartment, our surveyor did this as part of his evaluation prior to purchase using the builder's plans as reference. With respect to the airconditioning the 'defaults' available within some OTA's do not allow us to accurately say 'air conditioning is available but this is an additional cost'. Electicity is very expensive in the Cook Islands and only a few guests request it - we have never before come across anyone that did not understand it was an extra. We will work with Expedia to see if we can ensure that it is absolutely clear that air conditioning is 'available' but there is an extra charge. Thank you for pointing out the broken window, this was picked up following your departure and has now been fixed. Kia Manuia Eve

10/10 – Hervorragend

floyd

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Would stay again for sure
Awesome little place. Would stay again. Hosts we amazing - very clean and comfortable place. We loved it
Antwort von General Manager am 16. Feb. 2017
Kia Orana Thank you so much for your feedback, we really appreciate you taking the time to help other guests make decisions on where to book their accommodation. Lovely to hear you loved it and we hope to see you back one day. Kia Manuia Eve

10/10 – Hervorragend

Nicole, Québec

Gut: Sauberkeit, Personal & Service, Zustand der Unterkunft und Komfort des Zimmers
Petit appartement/hotel charmant. Bien situé
Que du bonheur que cet endroit ! Spacieux.Bien entretenu Très propre Environnement soigné.
Antwort von Eve am 16. Feb. 2017
Thank you so much for your feedback we really appreciate it. Hope to see you back one day. Kia Manuia Eve