Rarotonga

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Rarotonga

Find the best Rarotonga areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Takitumu District

While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.

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Muri

If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.

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Arorangi

Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

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Avarua

Beaches, snorkeling, and bars are some highlights of Avarua. Make a stop by Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring.

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Tapere of Titikaveka

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while in the area.

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
The price is SAR 962 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
SAR 962
SAR 1,106 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were very rude and not very helpful. Won’t stay here again. Buffet breakfast was mediocre"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
The price is SAR 556 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
SAR 556
SAR 639 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Club Raro have friendly staff but place is tired and run down. Wouldn’t recommend it."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
The price is SAR 530 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
SAR 530
SAR 609 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (613 reviews)
"Everything was amazing"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Islander Hotel
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Kia Orana Villas and Spa

Kia Orana Villas and Spa

4 out of 5
2 Ariki Road Rarotonga
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews)
"Sane was so friendly and make the trip very easy. The house keeping staff were also friendly and made sure everything was clean highly recommended staying here"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Red Hibiscus Villas

Red Hibiscus Villas

3 out of 5
Puka Uenga Rd Rarotonga
Stay at this villa in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Great place to stay, highly recommended"

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

Red Hibiscus Villas
The Cooks Oasis

The Cooks Oasis

3 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Black Rock and Rarotonga ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
"Close to water"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

The Cooks Oasis
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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.

Stay near popular Rarotonga attractions

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Muri Beach

9.2/10 (867 reviews)
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Muri Beach, a popular beach in Rarotonga.
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