Muri Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Muri Beach
Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.
Muri Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
Aroa Beach
Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Swim with multi-colored fish or spend hours on a stretch of powdery white beach at one of Rarotonga's best coastal spots. Dive around nearby shipwrecks.
Cook Islands Library and Museum
Through art and literature, learn about the history and traditions of the Cook Islands in a library and museum run by friendly local residents.
Activities
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience
Our pick of the best Muri Hotel Deals
Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Pacific Resort is beautiful especially the beach. We were lucky enough to snorkel and see heaps of colourful fish and many turtles. Breakfast buffet was very standard and for the price it could improve. The lunch and dinner was good but I think that it should be more variety. For example you could ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Nautilus Resort
Lovely room. I really appreciated the mosquito bed nets. Janet and her colleagues in the restaurant were fantastic. Neil on reception went out of his way to be helpful. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Muri Beach Club
Staff was phenomenal site was perfection
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Muri Beach Resort
Take ear plugs! The Roosters never shut up! The facilities are basic, but clean and OK. Pool is OK as long as large groups don't take over. Nautilus staff we found dismissive, Muri staff more pleasant. BBQ area is nice but the hot plates are old and barely heat meaning without an over, self catering ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only
A lovely peaceful place supported by the most amazing staff who went out of the way to make our holiday relaxing and enjoyable. We will be back
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Muri Beachcomber
Our stay at Muir beachcomber was excellent. The Beachcomber is located right on the beach so you'll wake up to a beautiful sunrise. I had coffee out there everyday, I slept listening to the waves at night from my room which was so relaxing. Our room was well stocked with towels, clean sheets and ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Muri
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Akapuao Tapere
If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Tapere of Titikaveka
Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while you're in town.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Matavera
Some popular features of Matavera include its beaches and snorkelling. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Arai-Te-Tonga or Muri Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
