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Recommended hotels in Rarotonga

On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

1. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
Arorangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great family friendly resort"
Australia
Margaret
The price is AU$396
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Aerial view

2. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3.0 star property
Avarua
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Beautiful place."
United States
mati
The price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Outdoor pool

3. The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel
3.0 star property
Rarotonga
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (628 reviews)
"Great location near the airport- fantastic breakfast"
Australia
Shane
The price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Islander Hotel
View from property

4. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments
3.0 star property
Arorangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (168 reviews)
"The place was really great, comfortable, clean and well looked after. it was a pleasure to stay there. Paul is very friendly and gave many tips on where to eat/snorkel etc. Would definitely recommend this place to others"
Australia
Gary
The price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments
Deluxe Beachfront Room | Beach/ocean view

5. Muri Beach Club

Muri Beach Club
4.0 star property
Muri
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (386 reviews)
"Location was close to our activity. Excellent staff were friendly and helpful. Room was nicely presented with good amenities. Clean quiet with excellent views over the lagoon. Superb service in the restaurant with a great menu and convenient opening hours. We'll be staying here next time we holiday in Rarotonga."
Australia
Brett
The price is AU$572
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Muri Beach Club
Aerial view

6. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
4.5 star property
Muri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (314 reviews)
"All the staff were very friendly and helpful. A great selection of food for breakfast, lunch and dinner."
Australia
Susan
The price is AU$709
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Property grounds

7. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Crown Beach Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Arorangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (281 reviews)
"wonderful"
Australia
David James
The price is AU$328
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Comfort Suite | Terrace/patio

8. Atupa Suites

Atupa Suites
3.0 star property
Avarua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Very tidy and clean. Loved the privacy and pool!!! Will definitely be back."
Australia
Stephan
The price is AU$439
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Atupa Suites
View from room

9. Nautilus Resort

Nautilus Resort
4.5 star property
Muri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"Our view was perfect, the room was cleaned to perfection each day, the gardens were gorgeous, they had enough paddle boards & kayaks for everyone to use anytime, & the food at the restaurant was delicious. Oh, and they brought us cookies every day! We will definitely be back. Thank you to the staff for making our stay perfect!"
United States
Haley
The price is AU$1,209
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Nautilus Resort
Front of property

10. Mama Taras

Mama Taras
3.5 star property
Muri
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Lovely stay, there was a cat and cute dogs hanging around. Everything was clean and well decorated."
Australia
Leedia
The price is AU$338
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Mama Taras
Beach towels

11. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Aroa Kainga Bungalows
3.0 star property
Arorangi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Host, location, spacious "
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$357
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Aroa Kainga Bungalows
Interior

12. Ocean Spray Villas

Ocean Spray Villas
4.0 star property
Avarua
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"lovely house overlooking the ocean. clean, comfortable, great communication. lovely to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean."
Australia
Nicole
The price is AU$482
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Ocean Spray Villas
View from property

13. Muri Beach Resort

Muri Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Muri
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (115 reviews)
"Greats spot and nice room, staff were very helpful"
Australia
Tracey
The price is AU$762
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Muri Beach Resort
Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, WiFi

14. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri Lagoon View Bungalows
3.5 star property
Muri
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Bedding, soaps and all kitchen cookware was supplied, wifi was included, overall a very good stay and very nice staff."
Australia
Carlin
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Muri Lagoon View Bungalows
Exterior

15. Avana Valley Heights

Avana Valley Heights
3.5 star property
Takitumu District
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Had a very enjoyable stay"
Australia
Trevor
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Avana Valley Heights
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

16. Little Polynesian Resort

Little Polynesian Resort
5.0 star property
Takitumu District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"I wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Rarotonga. It’s in the prettiest beach, snorkel equipment included. The food is great. The room is the best with amazing view right on the beach. I highly comment staying at the Little Polynesian Resort."
United States
Catherine
The price is AU$709
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Little Polynesian Resort
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Top Rarotonga Hotel Reviews

Castaway Resort

Castaway Resort

8/10 Good
"Helpful staff and our room was clean and bright, catching the morning sun and overlooking the pool. Nice restaurant virtually on the beach. Great location. The reef is pretty shallow here, but nice snorkeling on high tide. Busstop outside the Resort."
Ingeborg Catharina Maria 7-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Castaway Resort

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Rarotonga Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,505
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$211
Highest Price
AU$1,209

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Rarotonga?
If you're hoping to find budget-friendly accommodation in Rarotonga, you may like this popular option: The Edgewater Resort & Spa - Located within a 20-minute walk of Muri Beach. Property features at this hotel include free parking, an outdoor pool and laundry facilities.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Rarotonga?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in Rarotonga are January, March, December and February, with each month seeing an average of 232 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Rarotonga?
Generally, Rarotonga is known for its snorkelling, beaches and seafood. Major attractions include Muri Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Aroa Beach, Tikioki Beach and Black Rock. Cultural attractions include Cook Islands Library and Museum, Te Vara Nui Village and Cook Islands National Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Rarotonga while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Rarotonga on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away from the city centre.

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