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 1.2 mi distant. Scuba diving and other activities are available in the surrounding area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • 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

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

    • Activities:

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

    • Fishing

    • Windsurfing


Availability

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1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Wendy
    United States United States
    Etu Moana is a wonderful boutique hotel with private beach huts offering beautiful lagoon views. The hosts and staff are fantastic and helpful, accommodating every visitor. The location is ideal with nearby restaurants.
  • Deborah
    United States United States
    Beautiful location, peaceful setting, clean and comfortable bungalows. Bikes, kayaks, stand up boards available for use. Good breakfast included. Will definitely come back.
  • James
    United States United States
    The Etu Moana is a beautiful property with spacious and comfortable villas and views of the lagoon. The hosts Tiffany and Jeff are friendly and happy to help with any requests from arranging lagoon tours to dinner reservations to information about...
  • Debra
    United States United States
    This property is absolutely beautiful! The grounds are just what you would expect for a South Pacific island experience.
  • Diane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The villas were gorgeous with their palm thatched roofs and the grounds beautiful with pathways down to the swimming pool/bar area and the beach. Tiffany was very helpful and guests could have the use of a buggie to go to a restaurant or for a...
  • Emily
    United States United States
    The staff is very welcoming and the property is gorgeous! Great gardens and right on the beach. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you have a comfortable stay - even helping coordinate delivery from a nearby restaurant! Our favorite...
  • 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...
  • Jennifer
    Australia Australia
    Everything. The moment we were picked up from the airport and taken to Etu Moana, I knew we’d chosen the right accommodation for us. Greeted by the lovely Beth - with a warm smile, and taken to our villa (one of only 8). It had everything we...
  • Courtney
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything about this place was exceptional, from the staff to the location and the facilities provided
  • Simon
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good location but hard to swim in ocean at low tide, better at swimming hole further along. Nice pool. Staff nice brekkie fine

Host Info

Company review score: 9.7Based on 88 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

House rules

Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas - Adults Only takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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

The fine print

Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.