Kauare Bach on Rarotonga, Titikaveka

Our Bungalow Accommodation in Titikaveka, Rarotonga

Kauare Bach on Rarotonga is a locally-owned, self-contained garden bungalow in Titikaveka — one of Rarotonga's most sought-after south coast neighbourhoods, and usually one of its most expensive. At NZ$190/night, Kauare sits well below Titikaveka's typical rates, without giving up the location. The single well-appointed bungalow is embedded amongst lush tropical vegetation in the family garden, beneath rugged mountains along the south coast of the island.

A Self-Catering Homestay in the Family Garden

Located along the southern coast of Rarotonga in Titikaveka, Kauare Bach on Rarotonga offers just one stand-alone wooden bungalow in the spacious grounds of the family gardens. Our open-style bach accommodation has a kitchen for those wanting to prepare meals and to enjoy home breakfasts, a modern en-suite bathroom and a spacious wooden veranda overlooking the gardens with a washing machine. Kauare offers a peaceful holiday ambience within the busy tourist hub of Rarotonga. Located just a three minute walk inland from the coastal road, and two minutes further on to the public beach access, our Titikaveka homestay offers comfortable living with a serene tropical ambience and easy access to the sandy beaches, restaurants and local community life on Rarotonga.

Just NZ$190 / night for 2 people

Kauare Bach on Rarotonga is in a fantastic tropical location inland from the coastal road, a peaceful retreat away from the more bustling beach bungalows along the south coast of Rarotonga and Muri Beach, but close enough to walk to these iconic beach locations. Our neighbourhood is a community of family houses and garden plantations and guests can absorb the local Maori way of life exploring the inland back roads and walking trails up close to lush tropical mountains. Our single accommodation is modern private, safe and comfortable and is a short walk to a secluded stretch of long sandy beach backed by coconut trees and with the islands best swimming and snorkelling lagoon close by. We have a moped on site for guest use (small charge applies, two people can ride) so you can enjoy the historical and cultural sites around the island and have easy access to local shops, cafés and restaurants.

Local Attractions Near Kauare, Titikaveka

The long stretch of white sands of Tu Meke Beach is a short five minute walk along Kauare Road. Tu Meke has park benches and a public toilet and the lagoon is one of the best spots on Rarotonga for swimming and snorkelling.

Takitumu Nature Reserve is also a short walk from the accommodation, an excellent spot for birdwatching and enjoying mountain scenery along the inland trails. Takitumu Beach (5 minutes by moped) extends east from the lodge along with the Maire Nui Gardens and Cafe; whilst the tourist hub of Muri Beach (10 minutes by moped) is a little further north along the coastal road with its shops, restaurants and night market. The round-island public bus stop at the end of the Kauare Road for guests those guests wanting to explore the island without hiring a car or moped.

Several restaurants and local grocery stores can be found along the main road, walking distance from the lodge and guests can walk to the Titikaveka CICC to enjoy the beautiful melodies of a Sunday church service.

Visit Aitutaki Island

If you plan on visiting Aitutaki (highly recommended for its stunning lagoon and sandy coral islands), the owners of Kauare Bach on Rarotonga also own one of the most loved and long-established accommodations on Aitutaki Island: Aitutaki Beach Villas with just four absolute beach front villas in a prime location.

Aitutaki's turquoise lagoon and scattered coral islets are a short 40-minute flight from Rarotonga — well worth the trip if your Cook Islands holiday has time for two islands.