Title: NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6055262&destination=Rarotonga%2C+Cook+Islands&selected=96866611&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. ## Photo gallery for NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. ![Beach - NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. (AVARUA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96870000/96866700/96866611/43ab466f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. (AVARUA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96870000/96866700/96866611/bca0b335.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. (AVARUA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96870000/96866700/96866611/af3127d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. (AVARUA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96870000/96866700/96866611/6c1aa018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. (AVARUA)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96870000/96866700/96866611/a2ad7068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Positioned on the beach with amazing lagoon views, Nikao Cottages Unit 5 offers a tranquil retreat. This two-bedroom cottage is perfect for smaller families or couples looking to unwind and enjoy beach living. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. Nikao Cottages Unit 5 is a homely Cottage for relaxing stays. Positioned on the beach with amasing Lagoon Views out to the Reef.Two Bedrooms are great for smaller familys or couples. Enjoy beach living and relax. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Honeymoon Villa | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19820000/19812700/19812663/d5a8a277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kia Orana Villas and Spa Avarua - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 98 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=19812663&PinnedHotelID=19812663&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7270000/7260900/7260801/a74e589c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coral Sands Apartments Arorangi - 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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Rarotonga is home to this holiday home. Rarotonga Golf Club and Black Rock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area. Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre and Highland Paradise Cultural Centre are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## NIKAO COTTAGES UNIT 5 : Positioned directly on the beach with amazing sea views. Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peiaa K. 10 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was the ideal location for any holidayers,beach front,fantastic amenity,easy to find,close to airport and township,has evrything you need..thank you hope to stay again in the near future ##### Peiaa K. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kuru 24 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Good quiet acccom, great deck in the back with a bbq. Ideal for small families and hosting friends. ##### Kuru Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Finbar M. 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Store was a 2 minute walk which was awesome as-well as having a bakery there too!Beach front view was awesome to wake up to every morning, we all loved having a morning coffee sitting on the deck looking out watching whales.Overall house is in a primo location with a primo view! No complaints ##### Finbar M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan L. 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Raro Basic place but nice. Lovely views from the deck. ##### Nathan L. 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