About this property

Beachfront Location: Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas in Arutanga offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with a view or on the sun terrace. Comfortable Accommodations: Each villa features air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchenette. Additional amenities include a terrace, balcony, and free WiFi. Leisure Facilities: The property includes a swimming pool, sun terrace, and a lush garden. Free bicycles are available for exploring the surroundings. Dining Options: Breakfast options include continental, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Guests can enjoy fresh pastries, pancakes, cheese, fruits, and juice. Nearby Attractions: Aitutaki Beach is a 2-minute walk away, while Aitutaki Airport is 2 km distant. Scuba diving and other activities are available in the surrounding area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Villas with:

Terrace

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Fishing

  • Windsurfing


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Susan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Exceptional Stay at Etu Moana – A True Island Gem! Etu Moana is an absolute paradise. The eight boutique villas are beautifully spaced out among lush tropical gardens, creating a sense of privacy and tranquility that leads right to a stunning...
  • Courtney
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything about this place was exceptional, from the staff to the location and the facilities provided
  • Cathy
    Australia Australia
    Well, if anyone doesn’t want serenity, amazing view, beautiful pool and beach don’t come here. No seriously, my sister and I loved our stay, 10 out of 10. Molly is an amazing manager, nothing was too much trouble. We loved our Villa 6 With no...
  • Ian
    Australia Australia
    Molly, the host was excellent. From the first meeting at the airport and throughout our stay at Etu Moana and beyond, Molly was very warm and welcoming and made us comfortable and relaxed. A wonderful experience.
  • Rick
    Cook Islands Cook Islands
    We had a wonderful stay at Etu Moana. We were looking for a sanctuary to rest and relax and this was perfect. Lovely grounds, villa, and staff. Small and discrete. The breakfast provided was very good. The orientation with Molly was fantastic...
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    quiet boutique hotel. lovely rooms with outdoor area. loved being able to use the golf buggy. hosts were wonderful. highly recommend
  • Landon
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing hosts. Quiet and relaxing. The views are spectacular. The use of an electric buggy and electric scooters is fantastic. Excellent recommendations from the hosts. Would definitely return. 5 days is the perfect duration to ensure we saw...
  • Stinson
    Canada Canada
    Everything was above and beyond. The outdoor showers were awesome. Great snorkeling out front. Close to a couple places to eat . Can rent Escooters onsite which was awesome. We stayed 3 nights , then 2 nights in One Foot Island and now 2...
  • Erin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The thing we loved the most was the staff. Such a great team, thank you everyone, especially Te Rangi.
  • Christine
    Ireland Ireland
    Etu Moana is a low key but exceptional place to stay, beautiful gardens and a wonderful beach. Felt that it was so attuned with the island

Host Information

Company review score: 9.8Based on 88 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Experience an unparalleled escape at Etu Moana, our award-winning, adults-only boutique resort located on a pristine white sandy beach, embraced by the crystal-clear waters of a stunning turquoise lagoon. From the moment guests arrive, they will feel our dedication to personalized hospitality and our commitment to sustainable tourism. We proudly feature the use of e-vehicles for complimentary airport transfers and E-Golf Buggy hire for guests to drive around Aitutaki. By choosing Etu Moana, guests directly contribute to our ongoing mission of creating a sustainable, eco-friendly destination. Relax in one of our eight spacious Polynesian villas, each featuring a natural thatched palm roof, king-sized bed, self-contained kitchen, sun-protected veranda, and private outdoor shower. Guests can enjoy fresh tropical fruits grown on the property and around Aitutaki at our complimentary healthy breakfast. Embark on an ocean-inspired adventure with complimentary kayaks, stand-up paddleboards (SUP), flippers, and reef shoes, or explore nature and reconnect with yourself using our bikes or yoga mats. Savor a tropical cocktail at the pool bar and make new friends from around the world. Experience the enchantment of a dark sanctuary under the Milky Way, and if you need to stay connected, free Wi-Fi with Starlink is available. Welcome to Etu Moana, where luxury, sustainability, and romance converge. Etu Moana is the perfect place for celebrating special occasions, getting married, or indulging in a romantic honeymoon.

Neighbourhood information

Aitutaki is one of the 15 tiny islands that make up the magical world of the Cook Islands, scattered over an area of 2.5 million square kilometers of Pacific Ocean. Aitutaki is situated in the Southern hemisphere, west of Tahiti and east of New Zealand and lies in the same time zone as Hawaii. Aitutaki is decidedly the most beautiful island in the Southern Cook Island Group. The volcanic lush green island covering an area of only 18 square kilometers is surrounded by one of the world largest and most beautiful lagoon. The soil is fertile. The lagoon is full of fish..

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas - Adults Only takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that children under 16 years of age cannot be accommodated at this property.

Free transfers are available to and from Aitutaki Airport. Please inform Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that this property accept payments with American Express credit cards.

This property accepts guests 18 years of age and older.

Please inform Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas - Adults Only in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.