Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas - Adults Only

I wanted to go somewhere tropical in the world, I came across the Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas for Adults only. I was celebrating my birthday/ wedding anniversary with my husband. We had a Villa right on the beach, it was magical. The host and the entire staff members were so nice, and gave us helpful advice. We rented the moped, and saw the entire Island. It was the perfect get away! I would highly recommend if you are planning a trip to the Cook Islands, go to Aitutaki and enjoy your stay!

We LOVED Etu Moana for our Honeymoon stay!! Small 8 villa location with amazing views. The grounds are really well-kept too. Easy access to the beautiful lagoon to snorkel or swim. Petra and Molly really go the extra mile to ensure any want or need is covered. They are happy to recommend restaurants and tours and will gladly book reservations too. I highly suggest hiring the golf cart for a half day, from the resort, to tour the island on your own. We really enjoyed the daily breakfast, barefoot dining experience, as well as breakfast on our veranda. The pool area has an honor bar with a nice selection of liquor, beer and juices (you just tally up what you take on a card and pay at the end of your stay). Exceptional service, exceptionally friendly staff, and an overall GREAT experience. We can't wait to go back and will absolutely book this resort again. Braxton and Mindi

A great resort on Aitutaki. We were there out of season and got an upgrade to an ocean view villa right on the beach. We liked the clean rooms with large veranda, indoor and outdoor showers. Ocean kayaks and SUP boards are available on the beach and bicycles are available for a quick trip to the shops. We particularly liked the electric golf carts that can be rented for a leisurely ride around the island. It's a very relaxed way to explore the island and a lot of fun. We really appreciated the honesty bar. There is a large selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and you can refine your drinks with lime slices. Management and reception are very helpful and courteous. Because we were there at Christmas, all guests received a bottle of champagne in their villas. The room service is friendly but has that relaxed island style. All in all, the Etu Moana is a great resort in a wonderful location. Unfortunately, it's a long way from Europe,...

This was our eighth visit to Aitutaki, and we have stayed at Etu Moana every time. With only eight villas it is very peaceful and private; you often feel like you are there on your own! The pool is a particularly great spot to relax and unwind. Our first two visits were when the original owners were running the property, and they set our expectations sky high. Since then, we have seen a number of changes of managers (and staff), and so our experience has (naturally) differed each time. The newest managers (Shaun and Molly) have only been there a few months. Molly was particularly welcoming and friendly. They are working on making a few changes, and we look forward to seeing progress on our next visit. After 17 years of visiting we were a bit disappointed that recent licensing rules have resulted in stopping the honesty bar - something we weren’t told until our arrival. We have in the past enjoyed (easily accessible) drinks by the pool where we spend a lot of our time. Alcohol is still made available. Or you can buy from local supermarkets. The current system didn’t seem to work regarding purchasing cocktails, but we understand this is being worked on. As it was, on the afternoon of our last day, Molly made cocktails which was a great way to mingle with other guests by the pool. Cost: $18 per cocktail. The breakfast needs a bit of an upgrade. Limited choices and so when staying seven nights you need to find other options. We had the magical dinner on the beach for our anniversary celebration which was a pretty cool experience but the meat for both our mains was overcooked and inedible. (Unfortunately, it was Terangi’s day off.) We expected better quality for the price. Couple of other issues need ironing out - like our room not being serviced every day - and quality of service seemed to depend on the staff member. Time will tell how the issues are resolved. Terangi is by far the best staff member for customer service. She’s friendly, natural, and so very welcoming. An absolute star who we hope never leaves! Molly went out of her way to drive us to dinner one night knowing we had had a bit too much sun (and hadn’t ordered a taxi). Gestures like that make Etu Moana stand out. It’s the personal touch we love and hope never stops. All the best Shaun and Molly. We look forward to seeing what visit #9 will bring.

This trip was well needed for the two of us. Work is stressful so we really needed a relaxing break. Etu Moana was just the ticket we needed... the setting was immaculate and the villas were in an excellent state... Even more pristine than the scenery and accommodation was the service provided by the staff. Sean, Molly, Petra and Terangi (Sky) were just awesome. They went out of their way to ensure we felt valued and at home. They celebrated my partner's birthday and took extra care of her when she was suffering from too much sun! They helped with bookings when we couldn't make contact with local businesses. Honestly, this is amazing value and so highly recommended...

Etu Moana and the wonderful people in Aitutaki will steal your heart. The location is perfect with dining options close by, an honor bar on site, and a delicious breakfast. Tour operators will pick you up for day tours if you like. The people at Etu Moana are excellent in quietly servicing the villas and caring for the guests, as well as helpful with reservations and suggested options. Get ready to be overwhelmed by the genuine kindness of the local people. This truly is unspoiled paradise.