Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) has achieved a major milestone in the 2026 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards.
Three of our properties have earned the Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best recognition. As a result, they now rank among the top 1% of hotels worldwide.
This marks a significant moment for the Group. Pacific Resort Rarotonga and Te Manava Luxury Villas join Pacific Resort Aitutaki in TripAdvisor’s highest honour for the first time.
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Among the World’s Best Luxury Hotels
Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been named among the Best Luxury Hotels in the World. Additionally, it has received recognition among the Best Luxury Hotels and Best Small & Boutique Hotels in the South Pacific.
Regional Recognition Across the Group
Pacific Resort Rarotonga was recognised amongst the Best Hotels in the South Pacific.
Furthermore, Te Manava Luxury Villas received recognition amongst the Best Luxury Hotels in the South Pacific.
In doing so, these achievements highlight the strength of Pacific Resort Hotel Group’s portfolio. They also reinforce its ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences across the Cook Islands.
Little Polynesian Resort Continues Strong Performance
Meanwhile, Little Polynesian Resort continues to perform strongly. It has retained TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice status and, as a result, remains within the top 10% of hotels worldwide.
TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards Based on Guest Feedback
The TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards are based entirely on guest reviews and ratings collected over 12 months. As a result, they are widely regarded as a strong measure of guest satisfaction and service excellence in global hospitality.
CEO Comment
Marcus Niszow, Chief Executive Officer of Pacific Resort Hotel Group, said:
“To see Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Pacific Resort Rarotonga and Te Manava Luxury Villas recognised amongst the top 1% of hotels worldwide is a significant milestone for our organisation.
These awards are based entirely on guest feedback, making them one of the most meaningful measures of success in our industry. They reflect the dedication of our teams and a long-term commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, day in and day out.
Pacific Resort Hotel Group has built its reputation through consistency, attention to detail and a clear focus on guest satisfaction. While each property has its own unique character, all share the same commitment to genuine hospitality and service excellence.
At the heart of this recognition are our people, our connection to the Cook Islands and a strong sense of stewardship for the properties, communities and experiences entrusted to us. That responsibility shapes how we welcome our guests, how we operate our resorts and how we represent the Cook Islands on the world stage.
We are incredibly proud of this achievement and grateful to our guests, teams, landowners, shareholders and industry partners who have contributed to it.”
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