Who we are
At Kia Orana Villas & Spa, you’re more than a guest — you’re part of our family. Start the day chatting over a tropical continental breakfast with our GM, Sane Cowan. Slow down in peaceful gardens, float in our saltwater pool or spa pools, and unwind with a massage. When you’re ready to explore, we’ll help you book the tours, activities, and restaurants you want — so you don’t miss out. We opened in 2016 with just two two-bedroom villas. With our guests’ support, we’ve grown into a tranquil retreat of 13 villas, a Reception Villa with café and spa, on-site team accommodation, and the owners’ villa — all tucked among tropical gardens. Ownership: Kia Orana Villas is owned by J. R. Enterprises Limited. Its directors are Janet Holmes — born in Atiu, Southern Cook Islands, and a former Cook Islands primary school principal — and Ross Holmes, a lawyer practising in Auckland and the Cook Islands. Their vision: genuine island hospitality where guests feel at home. Our villas are spacious and fully self-contained — full kitchens, laundry, and private decks — ideal for families, couples, and friends. Many guests tell us it feels like coming home. We minimise impact with cigarette, vape & gum free villas & grounds, solar hot water, rainwater tanks, grey-water treatment, and eco cleaning products. Linen changes every three days conserve water and power. We’re also proud Gold Sponsors of the Te Ipukarea Society, supporting local environmental projects. We look after you like family — with personal touches, local knowledge, and help on call. Celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion? Tell us. We’d love to make it memorable.From two villas to a family-run oasis
Space to relax, room to be together
Mana Tiaki in action
Hospitality with heart
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