Avarua is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its island views and bars. Make sure that you visit Cook Islands Library and Museum and Punanga Nui Market as part of your Avarua travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Avarua area?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options in Avarua to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rarotonga area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Avarua, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Avarua.

What can I see and do in this Rarotonga neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Avarua, consider Punanga Nui Market or Beachcomber Pearl Market, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Cook Islands Library and Museum and Cook Islands National Museum are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Avarua include Para O Tane Palace, Beachcomber Gallery and Wreck of the Matai. Arai-Te-Tonga and Moturakau are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Rarotonga.

The Best Hotels in Avarua, Rarotonga - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Avarua hotels

1. Atupa Suites

Avarua

Stephan

8.132.214 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

2. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Avarua

mati

4.617.417 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

3. Ocean Spray Villas

Avarua

Nicole

8.931.227 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

4. The Islander Hotel

2 km from Avarua

Shane

5.370.257 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, WiFi

5. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri, 6.7 km from Avarua

Carlin

4.085.571 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

6. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Arorangi, 5.8 km from Avarua

5.096.146 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

7. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 5 km from Avarua

David James

6.748.533 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

8. Avana Valley Heights

Takitumu District, 6 km from Avarua

Trevor

3.907.046 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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

9. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 4.9 km from Avarua

Margaret

6.609.547 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

10. Mama Taras

Muri, 6.9 km from Avarua

Leedia

6.258.530 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

11. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Arorangi, 5.9 km from Avarua

Jennifer

6.707.864 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Deluxe Beachfront Room | Beach/ocean view

12. Muri Beach Club

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Brett

10.590.718 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

13. Muri Beach Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

Tracey

14.107.058 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

14. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Susan

13.126.437 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

15. Nautilus Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

Haley

22.538.864 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

16. Little Polynesian Resort

Akapuao Tapere, 7.3 km from Avarua

Catherine

13.126.437 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Where to stay in Avarua

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A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a sandy shore.

Muri

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

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A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Takitumu District

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

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A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a wooden fence.

Arorangi

Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

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A tropical landscape with a paved path, palm trees, and dense green foliage.

Tapere of Titikaveka

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Muri Beach and Tikioki Beach while you're in town.

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A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush green mountains in the background.

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.

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Top Avarua Hotel Reviews

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"💯 perfect thank u"

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay at the Edgewater. Food was delicious and my primary school aged son loved the kids club. Very helpful and friendly staff and had a lot of laughs watching the crab races on a Thursday at 5pm. Only down side was the walls were quite thin and could hear the guests in the next room talking at normal voices but otherwise fantastic stay"

The Islander Hotel

8/10 Good

"Highlights: Enjoyed Donyie, the front desk receptionist/agent, at check In and at various times checking in with our party of 11. Jericho, our waiter at Tiki, was courteous and helpful. Our room was clean and I enjoyed the warm water in the shower. Area of Improvement: I loud noise by the music and people at Hula Bar."

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Would highly recommend and would stay again. Spacious clean rooms. Just across the road from the beach and had a nice refreshing pool. Used BBQ and borrowed reef shoes + snorkel. Nice vibe around the block as the rooms have terrace balconies opening to the garden and we were so lucky to have lovely easygoing neighbours 🙂 Shop and dining options just few minutes away"

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and spacious. The only problem we had really is when you are swimming multiple times a day and shower there needs to be a few more towel hooks. Only one in the bathroom even with just shower towels we ended up hanging them over the wardrobe doors. Staff were lovely. Breakfast was basic continental but more than adequate. Pool was great, we had an lovely stay thank you."

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Stepping out of the room onto the beach was awesome. The room was very comfortable but just a tiny bit dated - still everything was clean and working. The best thing about the place though was the attitude of the staff - they were so welcoming, helpful and personable. They couldn't have been better!"

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Our top choices for Avarua hotels

1. Atupa Suites

2. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3. Ocean Spray Villas

4. The Islander Hotel

5. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

6. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

7. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

8. Avana Valley Heights

9. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

10. Mama Taras

11. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

12. Muri Beach Club

13. Muri Beach Resort

14. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

15. Nautilus Resort

16. Little Polynesian Resort

Where to stay in Avarua

Muri

Takitumu District

Arorangi

Tapere of Titikaveka

Takuvaine Tapere

Top Avarua Hotel Reviews

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

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