Independent review for Sokala Villas in Rarotonga Cook Islands

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Sokala Villas Cook Islands is a collection of single storey and split level villas, some with private pools, at the northern end of Muri Beach. With simple pine furnishings and four poster beds, large decks with lagoon views and a dazzling lagoon directly in front, Sokala is a popular spot for Honeymooners looking for intimate living.

Recommended For:
  • Couples
  • Luxury Beach Holiday
  • Muri Beach Location
Quick Facts
  • Minimum Stay = 4 Nights
  • 7 Villas / Beachfront Location
  • Self Catering - Some Private Pool

Sokala Villas Information & Facts

  • Hotel Location:    Beachfront, off main road, North Muri Beach, East Rarotonga
  • Getting There:    30 mins by road from Rarotonga Airport
  • Unique Qualities:    Private villas with swimming pools overlooking Muri Beach
  • Ideal for:    Couples
  • Hotel Features:    7 Villas
  • Dining:    Several excellent independent restaurants walking distance
  • Children Policy:    Under 12yrs NOT permitted
  • Local Attractions / Tours:    Muri Beach, Offshore Islands, Avana Valley Track
  • The Beach:    Good - narrow fine white sand at north end of Muri Beach
  • The Ocean:    Good - shallow sandy bottom, protected and good for swimming
  • Snorkelling:    Good - lots of reef fish around offshore island
  • Other Activities:    Kayaking

Room Information

The two Lagoon View Villas have tropical exteriors and pine wall interiors and are split level houses with the bedroom on the upper mezzanine floor with an additional verandah for lagoon views and living downstairs. All villas have cosy bedrooms with four-poster King size beds, a separate lounge area with kitchenette and a private wooden timber deck.
The two Lagoon View Pool Villas are identical to the other villas but has a private pool on its deck. Villas have tropical exteriors and pine wall interiors and are split level houses with the bedroom on the upper mezzanine floor with an additional verandah for lagoon views and living downstairs. All villas have cosy bedrooms with four-poster King size beds, a separate lounge area with kitchenette and a private wooden timber deck.
The Beach Front Villa has tropical exteriors and pine wall interiors and are split level houses with the bedroom on the upper mezzanine floor with an additional verandah for lagoon views and living downstairs. All villas have cosy bedrooms with four-poster King size beds, a separate lounge area with kitchenette and a private wooden timber deck.
The two Beach Front Pool Villas are identical to the other villas but have a private pool on its deck. Villas have tropical exteriors and pine wall interiors and are split level houses with the bedroom on the upper mezzanine floor with an additional verandah for lagoon views and living downstairs. All villas have cosy bedrooms with four-poster King size beds, a separate lounge area with kitchenette and a private wooden timber deck.

Hotel Amenities

The northern end of Muri Beach faces a beautiful turquoise lagoon which at low tide is shallow enough to walk across to the uninhabited islets on the reef's edge. At high tide, the lagoon is good for swimming but there is no reef here and snorkelling is better further towards the southern end of Muri. The high tide water comes right up to the edge of the property and offers no beach area for sunbathing - however, it's a mere minute walk around the corner to the broader beach area of Muri.

Some villas have private swimming pools, but there is no communal swimming pool for tho9se that don't. On site managers are present throughout the day to assist guests. Although there is no restaurant on the property, the award winning Flame Tree Restaurant is right next door and there are several other good restaurants within walking distance.