Title: A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture Apartment in Rarotonga with kitchen and patio ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990300/37990211/85d13e86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990300/37990211/7793fb4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990300/37990211/c7e4361a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990300/37990211/c806cfdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990300/37990211/3c3a48ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Avarua, MK studio offers a tranquil retreat near the historical Avarua church and Makea Palace. Take a refreshing swim or stroll to the waters edge for sunset views. With easy access to town, markets and restaurants you can unwind on the hammock or take in local culture. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture MK studio is named after our 2 children Manea and Ke'ona and acknowledges our connections to the land and our ancestors - Makea (Ngati Rupe - Taiava line). We are located in Avarua near the historical Avarua church, Makea Palace, Cook Islands National Museum and in walking distance to town, markets, restaurants, cafes, movie theatre, bus stop and a 10 minute bus ride to Muri beach. It is suitable for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, writers, artists and professionals and have access to the entire place. You can relax on the hammock or take a nice stroll to the waters edge for a refreshing swim or to watch the sunset. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only No strong smelling food to be cooked in the studio kitchen please No more than the people booked in can stay at the property Bring your own beach towels Leave the house clean and tidy Check in 2pm and Check out 10am unless prior arrangements have been made Extras: Preparing Studio (Required, NZ$85.00 per stay); Linen (Required, NZ$20.00 per stay); Please note that information and rates are subject to change. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102530000/102522600/102522589/22a62af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Kitchen Cottage Avarua - 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Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 1,005 reviews £103 includes taxes & fees 30 Oct - 31 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=2434054&PinnedHotelID=2434054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as MK Studio Rarotonga Modern Island Bach MK Studio Rarotonga - Modern Island Bach Apartment MK Studio Rarotonga - Modern Island Bach Rarotonga MK Studio Rarotonga - Modern Island Bach Apartment Rarotonga ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-21.20631%2C-159.77165&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-V-0xW2MgmCvwFm8L0fk1Nw7Uhs=) Tupapa, Matavera District #### What's nearby - Cook Island Christian Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Cook Islands Library and Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Cook Islands National Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Beachcomber Pearl Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Muri Beach - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles #### Getting around - Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tamarind House - ‬14 min walk - ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk - ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬4 min walk - ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture located? > Located in Avarua, this apartment building is steps away from Beachcomber Gallery, Cook Island Christian Church and Para O Tane Palace. Cook Islands Library and Museum and Cook Islands National Museum are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A fashionable cosy hidden gem in the centre of Culture Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita 31 May 2025 ##### Anita Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Estelle M. 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you need Great location, close to town. Equipped with everything you need. Really enjoyed our stay. ##### Estelle M. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon I., Upper Hutt 19 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### MK studio The accommodation is excellent and everything we needed, close to town, movies and bars, markets on Saturday, swimming past the airport is excellent, Trailor Jacks great restaurant, plus all resorts you can eat & drink at and use facilities. Rarotonga is an excellent island to recharge your batteries.:-) will be back again. ##### Sharon I. Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jill W. 6 Nov 2018 #### This property is lovely with gorgeous decor This property is lovely with gorgeous decor. If you are looking for a place to stay in town - this is perfect for 1 person or a couple. The property is only a few months old so everything is fresh and clean. The person who looks after the property locally is great and very helpful. The accommodation was of a high standard - thanks ##### Jill W. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Gromada Warszawa Centrum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warsaw-Hotels-Hotel-Gromada-Warszawa-Centrum.h973301.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Upper Clapton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Upper-Clapton-London-Hotels.0-n3000687069-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [LiLi Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Soller-Hotels-LiLi-Apartments.h15028356.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Chandigarh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chandigarh-Hotels.d6135780.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near ZSL Whipsnade Zoo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/ZSL-Whipsnade-Zoo-Hotels.0-l6155734-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in La Romana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Romana-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6203604-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Afon Rhaiadr Country House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dolgellau-Hotels-Afon-Rhaiadr-Country-House.h17791743.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bromley Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Bromley-Court-Hotel.h24500.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Chertsey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chertsey-Hotels.d6047746.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hôtel de Nell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Hotel-De-Nell.h1248348.Hotel-Information) > > [Naama Bay Promenade Beach Resort by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sharm-El-Sheikh-Hotels-Naama-Bay-Promenade-Beach-Resort.h46223577.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxlogic](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Chelsea-Bridge-Apartments.h3893419.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Parking in Wembley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wembley-Hotels-Hotel-With-Free-Parking.0-0-d4253-thotelwithfreeparking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kitzbuehel-Hotels-Hotel-Park.h1157222.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Walking Street](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Walking-Street-Hotels.0-l6160639-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Europe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Europe-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d6022967-tBudgetHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Cairnryan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairnryan-Hotels.d6062857.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Breakfast in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hotel-With-Breakfast.0-0-d6069845-thotelwithbreakfast.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Le Monde Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Le-Monde-Hotel.h1486571.Hotel-Information) > > [Crown Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Crown-Court-Hotel.h57356652.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Phoenix (PHX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dfw/phx/dallas-to-phoenix) > > [Flights from Mykonos (JMK) to Athens (ATH)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jmk/ath/mykonos-to-athens) > > [Flights from Leeds (LBA) to Aberdeen (ABZ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lba/abz/leeds-to-aberdeen) > > [Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ord/las/chicago-to-las-vegas) > > [Icelandair](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Icelandair-Flights.cFI.Travel-Guide-Airlines) ### Activities > [Things to do in Largs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Largs.d181414.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Yas Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Yas-Island.d6125894.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Yosemite Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yosemite-Valley-Yosemite-National-Park.d6063469.Attraction) ### Holiday Rentals > [Perth Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Holiday-Rentals.d180013.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)