Clear blue skies, a turquoise lagoon, calm waters and a temperate climate make the Little Polynesian ideal for a number of water-based activities including swimming, snorkeling, diving, fishing, and kayaking.
EXPERIENCE
For more than 30 years the Little Polynesian has been catering to international guests seeking a richer experience of the true South Pacific. Situated directly on a white sandy beach of world class beauty and nestled within the foliage of palms and lush tropical greens, this intimate Cook Islands lodging of traditional architecture and grounds have been designed with one purpose: to integrate harmoniously with nature's beauty and charm.
Experience the epitome of Polynesian luxury in the well-appointed beach and garden accommodations. The romance of traditional Polynesian architecture meets the creature comforts of the west in the modern interpretations of the local dwellings. Rendered in a minimalist palette of ivory and local woods, the spare elegance of the villas takes the romance quotient up a notch. Traditional accents such as Wild Hibiscus, Mangaian sinnet weaving on beams as well as a thatched roof with natural pandanus add to the ambience of the South Seas paradise. Little Polynesian offers all the amenities one would expect from the Cook Islands' most upscale boutique resort. The beach bungalows promise aimless days of looking out to the lagoon's turquoise waters and waking up to the gentle sound of waves, while the scent of tropical flowers fills the air around the garden villas.
A typical day at Little Polynesian begins with a Tropical Island Breakfast delivered to your room every morning. This delightful start to the day consists of local fruit, yogurt, honey, toast, cereal tea or coffee. At midday, lunch brings a wonderful variety of salads and bistro style options. When evening beckons, the bistro offers an eclectic menu with an exciting mix of Island and Mediterranean cuisine. The dessert menu is equally tempting, with its tropical flavored delights.
The small luxury hideaway in Titikaveka on the island of Rarotonga overlooks a gorgeous white sandy swimming beach with excellent snorkeling offshore and there are use kayaks to explore the turquoise lagoon.
RECOGNITION
World Travel Awards - Cook Islands' Leading Boutique Hotel - 2008
LOCATION
The Little Polynesian is surrounded with the kind of natural beauty that the South Pacific is renowned for. Clear blue skies, a turquoise lagoon, calm waters and a temperate climate make it ideal for a number of water-based activities including swimming, snorkelling, diving, sport and game fishing, and kayaking. Other activities include hiking, pony trekking, cultural tours, bird-watching tours, scenic flights, golf, tennis, squash and lawn bowling.