Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Takitumu District at Sea Change Villas. With 15 outdoor pools, a private white sand beach, and plenty of sun loungers, this luxury hotel is perfect for relaxation. Explore the nearby waters with kayaking and snorkeling or unwind with a massage at the spa. Guests appreciate access to laundry facilities, bicycle rentals, and helpful wedding services.
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Popular amenities
Pool
Spa
Airport transfer
Free parking
Internet access
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
15 outdoor pools
Breakfast available
Free use of bicycles
Beach towels
Room service
Spa services
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Garden
Library
Feel at home (6)
Kitchen
Private pool
Separate dining area
Living room
Television
Garden
Why we love this property
Beach bliss
Crystal-clear waters meet white sands at this waterfront hotel. Complimentary beach towels await for snorkeling, paddleboarding, and kayaking adventures.
Gourmet romance
This hotel serves cooked-to-order breakfast and offers in-room champagne service. Private picnics and romantic dining set the stage for special moments.
Poolside luxury
The hotel's 15 outdoor pools offer a splash of extravagance. A private pool and comfortable loungers complete the luxury swimming experience.
At Sea Change Villas, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Muri Beach. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite kayaking, mountain biking, and snorkeling. There are 15 outdoor pools and free bike rentals at this luxurious hotel, along with in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 4:30 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
To guarantee check in between midnight and 6 AM, guests traveling on overnight flights must book for the night prior to arrival.
Please note that the 2 Bedroom Garden View Villa with Private Pool and 3 Bedroom Garden View Villa with Private Pool are located across the street from the beach
This property offers coach and VIP airport pickup and dropoff transportation on request, when requested at least 72-hours in advance of arrival. One-way coach transportation is NZD 17 per person when traveling through the domestic terminal, and NZD 27 per person for the international terminal. One-way VIP transportation fee ranges from NZD 120-190 based on number of guest booked (maximum 6 guests) when traveling through the domestic terminal, and NZD 140-230 for the international terminal. Coach transportation is only available for flights arriving or departing during the listed front desk hours Monday-Friday.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Children (11 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
WiFi in rooms*
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Private dining
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
On the beach
Mountain biking
Kayaking
Snorkeling
Paddleboard on site
Bicycle tour information
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Wedding services
Free bicycle rentals
Beach towels
Electric bike charging stations
Pool loungers
Water sports equipment
Paddleboard on site
Romance packages
Facilities
12 buildings/towers
Built in 2004
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
15 outdoor pools
Bicycle parking
Spa services
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
40-inch plasma TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Private pool
In-room massage
Balcony or patio
Yard
Individually decorated
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi (surcharge)
Free local calls
Food and drink
Champagne service
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
Blender
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include massages.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for NZD 20 per stay (rates may vary)
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 95 to 195 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 40 per person (one-way)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Sea Change Villas
Sea Change Villas Hotel
Sea Change Villas Hotel Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas Resort Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas Resort
Sea Change Villas Hotel
Sea Change Villas Rarotonga
Sea Change Villas Hotel Rarotonga
Frequently asked questions
Does Sea Change Villas offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sea Change Villas does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sea Change Villas?
Yes, there are 15 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Sea Change Villas?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sea Change Villas?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Sea Change Villas?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 40 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sea Change Villas?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sea Change Villas and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, mountain biking, and snorkeling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 15 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include private pools and spa services. Sea Change Villas also has a picnic area and a garden.
Does Sea Change Villas have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes an espresso maker, a blender, and a coffee maker.
Does Sea Change Villas have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool, a balcony or patio, and a yard.
What's the area around Sea Change Villas like?
Sea Change Villas is located on the waterfront in Takitumu District, a short 7-minute walk from Takitumu Conservation Area and 3 minutes' walk from Turoa Beach.
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Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
10
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Stayed in beachfront - views amazing spent so much time on deck admiring view - breakfast starter provided was great - do need car as no restaurant on site - if you are after quiet & relaxation this is definitely place to stay, highly recommend
Inez
Inez, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
Steph at the front desk was amazing. She made everything easy and was so friendly and knowledgeable.
The room was very clean and we loved renting the electric bikes.
Cindy
Cindy, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2024
This is one of our best stays in Rarotonga ever! The host are friendly, and the amenities in the villa have everything.
Jeniffer
Jeniffer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Awesome spot, very quiet part of the island. Great snorkelling just outside the doorstep. Plenty of turtles swimming by. Great complimentary equipment to use.
William
William, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Would definitely stay here again. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The Villa was beautiful and spacious and we used the kayaks, SUP boards and bicycles a few times. The Villa had everything we needed and a lot more. Full kitchen and the private pool was perfect! Didn’t want to leave!!
Annie
Annie, 8-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2023
Amazing beach villas
Amazing villas with private pools. Comfortable and clean. Staff was helpful with arranging tours and being flexible about checkin and prepping for the trip.
Daniel
Daniel, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Spectacular! Private on beach with full view of ocean. Very clean and a great host. Snorkeled a lot they have snorkel gear, kayak and sups. Saw lots of good stuff snorkeling. A must stay. We will be back.
Lori lynn
Lori lynn, 8-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2023
A few ups and downs
We arrived and upon checking in we were told that our booking had been cancelled by the hotel by mistake even though I had been emailing them in the lead up to our arrival.
To their credit they were able to check us in for our 4 days however this meant moving into 3 different rooms during the 4 days which wasn’t feet convenient for us but at least we had somewhere to stay.
Steph was really apologetic and tried to do her best to compensate us and we were actually able to see the different types of rooms they had but it wasn’t an ideal situation.
The rooms were really spacious, clean and had great amenities and were in a really good location.
Only downside of the second villa we were in is that it’s totally open and some people walking along the beach would come right up to the villa and be looking in while we were inside
Natalie
Natalie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2026
this is a great place to stay 10/10
byron
byron, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2024
Beautiful, clean, great service, great beach!
Elizabeth
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2015
Wonderful place to to stay
Couldn't have stayed at a nicer place on the island, staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend Sea change villas to anyone heading to the Cook Islands
Adam
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Perfect for couples….
Trina
Trina, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2014
Facilities: State of the art; Value: Amazing; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless;
Daniel
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2022
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Devon
Devon, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2020
Great place to unwind from the world. Could be improved if there was a bar or restaurant either on the premises or very close.
Verified traveler
10-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2019
The owners and staff couldn’t have been any more helpful and friendly. The villas have quality bicycles, paddle boards, and kayaks that are free to use and plentiful. We will be back!
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 10, 2019
Relaxing stay at sea change
Had a lovely stay at sea change villas. They were very accommodating on our final day when they could not provide a late check-out. The villa itself was very comfortable and well equipped, and the facilities available made the stay very relaxing and easy.
Cat
Cat, 8-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 13, 2019
Having your own private pool was wonderful in the 30 degree plus temperatures. Other than the roosters, this is a very quiet and peaceful location with good beach access. Please note, however, that if you are staying in the Lagoon View Executive Villas that claim "you can enjoy watching the breaking of the waves on the reef from the front deck" that actually due to palm trees the view is VERY limited. The basement game room was also very musty, probably due to the significant amount of rain they had before we arrived. We also killed 6 cockroaches during our stay so make sure you are okay with that too. Some advertisements for this place also indicated free wifi - this isn't true and you will need to pay for it. We would still recommend this resort as compared to many others found on the island.
Verified traveler
15-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2019
Perfect honeymoon get away
We went for our honeymoon and we loved every minute of it.
Alysha
Alysha, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2019
Very clean, They had complimentary kayaks,paddle boards, laundry, bicycles, also fridge stocked with eggs bread and fruit juice
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2019
Beautiful in every way. Staff were extremely helpful
Verified traveler
7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2018
This place is amazing! Spent 4 nights in a beach front villa, it was a great finish to our two week stay in the Cook Islands. Will definitely be back and stay for longer next time.
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2018
Excellent service and perfect location and complete privacy. Definitely will be coming back!
Eugenie
Eugenie, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2018
Tolle Lage, direkt am Meer.
Wir hatten eine seaviewvilla mit direkten Zugang zum Wasser, ganz toll. Kühlschrank bei Ankunft für den ersten Morgen gefüllt. Sehr hilfsbereite Mitarbeiter. Insgesamt ein traumhafter Aufenthalt.
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2018
Super Selbstversorger-Hotel
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen, vom Personal bis zur Ausstattung der Zimmer war alles perfekt. Alle sind sehr freundlich und helfen immer gerne weiter. Die Lage ist toll, es werden Kanus, Surfbretter und Schnorchelequipment kostenlos zur Verfügung gestellt.
Als einziges Manko müssen wir nur sagen, dass dem Shuttlefahrer (zum Flughafen) die falsche Abholzeit mitgeteilt wurde und wir dann in der Nacht etwas in Panik geraten sind, dass wir nicht rechtzeitig an den Flughafen kommen. Es war eine knappe Geschichte, aber wir wurden dann doch noch geholt.
Da so ein Fehler jedem mal passieren kann, würden wir das Hotel dennoch jedem sehr empfehlen.