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.
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.
Cook Island Christian Church
Attend a service and chat with locals in this small and charming whitewashed church, which dates back to the mid 19th century.
Activities
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
AU$76
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
AU$121
per adult
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
AU$103
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
AU$164
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
AU$156
per adult
A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience
AU$134
per adult
Our pick of the best Matavera Hotel Deals
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Matavera Rarotonga
Stay at this hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Avana Harbour are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Loved the freshness and flavour of the breakfast. The staff were very nice and friendly. Our room was spacious, lovely and clean.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Avarua Rarotonga
The price is AU$219 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$219
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing location! Staff were friendly and helpful wherever I went on the property. Room was really big, so had more than enough space. The room and bathroom were both impeccably clean, and the air con was a blessing! The beach was just down a few steps from the pool/restaurant. The local bus, both ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
The price is AU$191 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$191
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The staff stood out for me , excellent service and very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga
Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities in ...
8/10 Very Good! (503 reviews)
Only disappointment was the rubbish, on the beach and area around the pool. Not the staff’s fault but rubbish bins need to be dotted around the place. It’s such a beautiful island only to wasted by others rubbish. No good for the marine life. Other than that awesome place
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve Rarotonga
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (446 reviews)
Loved my stay here!! It was so tranquil and cool to have The Rarotongan next door for games and a busier atmosphere. Loved the amenities being right outside the rooms to take straight into the beach. There were so many activities each day there’s something for everyone. The staff were amazing - shoutout ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Muri Beach Club
Muri Beach Point Rarotonga
The price is AU$458 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$458
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (354 reviews)
It was a beautiful spot
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around Matavera
Tupapa Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tupapa Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum.
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.
Kiikii Tapere
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kiikii Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Beachcomber Pearl Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.
Muri
While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
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