Nautilus Resort

This was our third stay there and the resort itself is lovely, rooms are a great size, clean and well equipped, however the bed not as comfortable as last time. Staff are super friendly and helpful, however the service wasn't as good, definite improvements required there - if you were sitting poolside or in the restaurant for drinks or nibbles you would have to go the bar or wave someone down to be served, not what you expect when staying at a 4-5 star resort. Food was good, location is perfect not only for the beach aspect but also other eating venues which are all within easy walking distance.

My daughter and I stayed at Nautilus Resort in early December 2024 in the beach front accommodation. The room was great, the bathroom was enormous, the private plunge pool was awesome, the seafood pasta was like no other, and the resort definitely has the best location on the island. My daughter said it was her best holiday ever; she didn't want to leave. We look forward to returning to Cook Islands and Nautilus Resort.

Fantastic place to kick back relax. Great people. Good food and cocktails. Paddle boards and kayaks available on the beach. The lagoon is a classic picture of a tropical paradise. The staff are great. On my Birthday, the restaurant set up a special table in a private dining room. Bubbles, lobster and a tropical sunset. I couldn’t have dreamed of better! Thanks to Tex and Waka for making it happen!

We recently had our wedding at the Nautilus Resort in Rarotonga, and it truly was the best day of our lives. The entire planning process was stress-free and enjoyable thanks to the amazing wedding team—Flora, Sarah, Waka, and the owner Jane. The team went above and beyond to make us feel special. They even organized a rehearsal lunch the day before the wedding, complete with gorgeous floral decorations in the outdoor gazebo and a custom menu. On the day itself, their professionalism and organization were unmatched. Waka picked up my bridesmaids and me from our Airbnb and even arranged affordable transportation for our guests after the event. The food deserves a special mention—it was phenomenal. Nearly three months later, our guests are still raving about it! As food is such a significant part of Samoan and Māori culture, we were initially worried about quantity, especially since we had a lot of big eaters attending. To our delight, there was more than enough, with many going back for seconds and thirds. The quality and abundance of food truly exceeded all expectations. Overall, the Nautilus Resort gave us a day we will cherish forever. They captured every detail we hoped for and more, creating a seamless and unforgettable celebration. On the day, every single staff member was so attentive ensuring all our guests were well looked after. If you're looking for a dream wedding venue in Rarotonga, this is it. Thank you to the entire team at the Nautilus for giving us memories to last a lifetime! 🌺 You will always have a special place in our hearts.

Currently enjoying a great 11 night stay at the Nautilus. Resort is clean, well positioned, fantastic beach front Are, excellent staff looking to assist at any time. Food/restaurant great. Waqa , the driver & man of many talents has been fantastic with excellent service & proactive help & advice whether doing a transfer, taking my wife & I for a snorkel, finding & taking me to the doctor for an ear syringe. Nothing is too much & everything is done with a smile by Waqa. Waqa is tops. Malea was instrumental in helping prepare & plan for our holiday & Grace at reception has always got a smile as she assists with bookings & assistance. Even the general manager, Raul, picked us up from a charter fishing trip as drivers were unavailable. He suggested we eat our Wahoo at Nautilus & offered to organise chefs & booking. He even wandered down during & after our meal to ensure all went to plan. Thank you Waqa for your continued high quality service & a big thank you to all staff including Raul, Grace, Malea, Waqa, Justin, Janet, Robi for your quality Service.

All the staff are so welcoming, friendly and attentive to your needs. A special mention to Keenan - thru out our stay he looked after us & couldn't have been a wonderful host to ensure we knew what was happening or assisting us. The Nautilus is a fantastic resort to stay at. Highly recommend 💥💥💥