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Kani Darling

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A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and a palm tree. - Kani Darling (Rarotonga)
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a view of a garden through a sliding door. - Kani Darling (Rarotonga)
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. - Kani Darling (Rarotonga)
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, a covered patio area with outdoor furniture, and a view of a lush green landscape. - Kani Darling (Rarotonga)
A spacious room with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a ceiling fan. - Kani Darling (Rarotonga)
Kani Darling provides laundry facilities and more.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Kani Darling

  • On a massive section overlooking Raros interior rests Kani Darling, a recently built modern two bedroom home that has everything needed for a blissful sundrenched break.

    The home is a 300 metre stroll to one of Raros most beloved stretches of sand, Papaaroa Beach... 600m of white sand and blue lagoon.

    Kani Darling is wrapped by a spacious covered deck, perfect for letting the mind wander... outside dining, and drinking Gin and Tonics (if you need garnish there's a number of citrus trees on the section).

    Inside is a full kitchen (and dishwasher), that opens to the lounge. The bedrooms are at the back of the home, both have sliding doors that open to the deck and let the tropical breeze in. One of the bedrooms has an ensuite.

    Kani Darling is perfect for couples wanting to do not much but decompress, swim or tan. Its off the beach so you can enjoy the house and outside even if the trade winds blow.

    The lagoon down the road is ideal for snorkling and swimming, you may even see some turtles.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Takitumu District, a neighborhood in Rarotonga, is home to this vacation home. Matutu Brewing Company and Koteka Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area. Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Visit our Rarotonga travel guide
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Rarotonga, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a clear sky.
    Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a wooden staircase leading down to the shore.
    Muri Lagoon
    3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • A wooden pier extending into turquoise waters, supported by wooden pillars, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.
    Muri Beach
    5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Takitumu Conservation Area
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Turoa Beach
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kai & Co
    18 min drive
  • Trader Jacks Bar & Grill
    17 min drive
  • VIBE
    15 min drive
  • Tiare's
    4 min drive
  • Saigon Shack
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Kani Darling have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Kani Darling pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kani Darling?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kani Darling?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kani Darling located?

Located in Takitumu District, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Takitumu Conservation Area and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Muri Beach. Turoa Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Kani Darling Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay at a very reasonable rate. It's conveniently located close to some great beaches, and having a pool was a huge bonus. The only downside was the roosters around the property, which could be heard crowing throughout the night. Other than that, we had a wonderful stay. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the pool it was amazing, especially with all the hot weather we had while there. The only downside was there was no air-conditioning but hey we survived
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kani Darling

Awesome place,choice accommodation,nice and quiet too 😀
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need

Lovely peaceful house with everything you need, full kitchen, . Comfortable beds and ensuite for one of the rooms. Short easy walk to quiet safe beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little spot

Great house on a big section. Lovely big deck which gets afternoon sun and outdoor shower which can be used to cool off. The beach/lagoon is a 3 min walk away. Would recommend hiring a car or scooters to get around the island, otherwise the buses are good. Charlies is a 20 min walk but there are other cafes about a 5 min drive away. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks Eddie!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent stay in a great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible home, absolutely stunning. So close to one of the best snorkling spots on the Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

We love staying here and felt really comfortable. Will definitely look into booking it again on our next trip to Rarotonga.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Kani Darling was amazing! So impressed with the facilities, cleanliness and location of the property. The pool was an absolute bonus and very necessary. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect!

Everything was fantastic. Communication with Eddie about anything else was never an issue. Enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful 11 day stay at Kani Darling. The house is modern & clean. The kitchen had all you needed and it was handy having a second fridge to put wine/beer in.The bedrooms & bathrooms were tidy. There was a good amount of towels & even spare linen if you wanted to change sheets mid stay.The pool was beautiful & refreshing on those very hot Raro days. The deck area is covered so gives you shade and we spent lots of evenings sitting out there. The property has a washing machine which came in handy & clothesline. The house is situated up a quiet road & is a short 3 min walk to 2 lovely swimming & snorkeling beaches - Tu Meke and Papa'aroa. By car you are only 5min drive to Titikaveka (Fruits of Rarotonga) or 10 min to Muri, Ruataki or Aroa Beaches. The new CITC Patai (supermarket) is a few minutes drive. It has a great range of products or you can go to Wigmores which is about 7 min drive, it is open 24hrs. Places close by to eat at are Charlie's, Au Tree Cafe, Shipwreck, Lil G's, Villi's Burger Joint, Falafal Shack and BJ's Tapas Bar.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kani Darling

Loved our little house, had everything we needed, only issue was the mosquitoes
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Communication
We arrived at the property at night time just (before midnight) & as we drove up closer there was a very bad smell.(Not the best start or welcoming that we were expecting on the start of our holiday). As it was already late and we were tired from our trip so we went to bed. We left it until the morning so we could see clearly what the smell was coming from. Found the smell was from a dead chicken (and seem like it had been there for at least). Messaged the host to let him know & also sent a text. Did not receive any response until later on (might have been the next day)? . The previous response prior to coming to the property was quicker but this time it wasn't) & response we got was clearing messages (I had also sent a text in the morning) and also no response. By the time he messaged back (well my Husband had gone out & removed it). Not ideal thing to do when on holiday.. After telling the host this & after a few messages later, Husband had to tell me to just stop replying (as he didn't want this to ruin our trip) and to just try and enjoy our holiday.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025