Set 3.6 km from Albertos, Barefoot Base Tupapa is located in Avarua district of Rarotonga. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 100 metres from Avarua Beach. The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. Activities such as snorkelling, cycling, hiking can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Rarotonga International, 6 km from the apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.0
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  • Elena
    Italy Italy
    Everything was amazing. Fresh fruit, water in the fridge at arrival. Few steps from the beach, you can literally hear the ocean from your room. The living room is quite big and the kitchen has everything you need. The bedroom is large with space...
  • Amy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Such a wonderful, clean and comforting place to stay in Rarotonga. Right on the beach, the views were insane and we could catch a perfect sunrise every morning. Tucked away from the main road, we felt like we were in paradise. The hosts Bill and...
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    Host was fantastic, location beautiful. Budget, but good value for money
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Bill Carruthers (father), Pasha Carruthers (daughter)

9.6
9.6
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Bill Carruthers (father), Pasha Carruthers (daughter)
Solo travellers or couples will find great value in this simple one bedroom self contained sea side apartment in an older wood building (ants and termites sometimes get in). Spacious living area and Kitchenette equipped with the essentials, comfortable king size bed, newly renovated shower/toilet, ceiling fans to keep you cool and insect screens on security doors. Beach not suitable for swimming as too shallow/ rocky, but great for relaxing or shelling. Bed linens, towels and basic toiletries provided. Yard and beach access shared with two neighbours.
Bill lives just next door and is happy to provide tips and advice for your stay. You may enjoy having a look at his laser engraving business in action with a variety of local and personalised handicrafts he makes. Pasha is now working overseas in Fiji but is easily contactable by email
Local Coffee spot Love Cafe serves the best iced coffee in Rarotonga as well as reasonably priced toasties and baked goods - 5 minute walk towards Muri SuperBrown Petrol and Convenience store is open 24 hours and sells some prepared foods, local fruit and veg, with a burger takeaway open until 8pm.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Barefoot Base Tupapa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and costs NZD 10 per 24 hours.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Fan
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Terrace
    Activities
    • Live music/performance
      Off-site
    • Tour or class about local culture
      Additional charge
    • Bike tours
      Additional charge
    • Walking tours
      Additional charge
    • Movie nights
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Pub crawls
      Additional charge
    • Temporary art galleries
      Off-site
    • Beach
    • Mini golf
      Additional charge
    • Snorkelling
      Off-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Transport
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Barefoot Base Tupapa takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Barefoot Base Tupapa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Barefoot Base Tupapa 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.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Barefoot Base Tupapa

    • Barefoot Base Tupapa can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Barefoot Base Tupapa on this page.

    • Barefoot Base Tupapa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
      • Walking tours
      • Movie nights
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Bike tours
      • Pub crawls
      • Live music/performance

    • The prices at Barefoot Base Tupapa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Barefoot Base Tupapa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Barefoot Base Tupapa has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Barefoot Base Tupapa is 2.4 miles from the centre of Rarotonga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.