Where does one start? As seasoned travellers and workaholics this beautifully appointed group of three villas is less than 50 metres from Rarotonga's best beach and lagoon and surpasses all others of a similar calibre in which we have previously stayed. However what really sets Makayla Palms head and shoulders above the many other Rarotongan properties can be summarized in... More

14th April - 20th April - We travelled to Rarotonga to get married. We came across this accomodation through searching the web, I can honestly say that Trip advisor was absolutely correct about Makayla Palms. Not one bad review and I can understand why.The Owners of this property were absolutely fabulous to us. We travelled to marry alone no family... More

April 2013, Our stay was everything promised and more! The Villa was beautiful and very relaxing. Only a short stroll to the best beach in Rarotonga with all tides swimming and snorkelling. Rachael & John are very caring and wish you only to enjoy your holiday. They do their very best to see this happens. Rachael comes around with home... More

It has taken us a while to respond but we will never forget our wonderful stay at Makayla Palms. it was our first trip to Raro but won't be our last. The unit had all we wanted and more; comfortable bed, good bathroom, space, peace and quiet, fresh herbs in the garden, local fruit, a few essentials to use and... More

This was our first time to Cook Islands and we couldn't be happier with our experience!! There were 5 of us that stayed in one of the villas. It is an amazing set up with even more amazing hosts! Rachael and John were so welcoming! A two second walk to a picture perfect beach, and fruit galore to choose from... More

We spent five relaxing days at Makayla Palms and enjoyed every minute. The villas are well appointed and spotlessly clean, and John and Rachel were excellent hosts who give us many little extras like fresh fruit and baking. Although you aren't near much in the way of shopping or restaurants, the local bus service is cheap and runs hourly each... More

An excellent choice for any visitors to Raro: - Lovely villas stocked with all the essentials for a self-catering holiday (and some things you didn't even realise were essential). - 10 second walk to the beach (with few other visitors). Amazing snorkelling straight off the beach - no need to try other spots round the island. - Delicious breakfasts and... More

This was our first trip to the Cook Islands, and we really enjoyed the people there. Our time there felt like being in an actual community instead of something set up for tourists. This was enhanced by the fact that John and Rachel knew everyone (maybe not surprising since it takes 45 minutes to circumnavigate the whole island by car).... More

Makayla Palms is a little slice of paradise with a beautiful beach for swimming & snorkelling. John & Rachel are top notch hosts -- full of knowledge re the island, excellent suggestions for activities, restaurants & shopping. In addition, Rachel's breakfasts are a treat both in taste & visually! The units are comfortable & well maintained with beautiful gardens surrounding... More