Matavera Travel Guide
Rarotonga
Popular places to visit
Muri Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Muri Beach during your travels in Rarotonga?
Aroa Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Aroa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rarotonga. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Enjoy the spectacular coral reefs and explore Tikioki Marine Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Rarotonga. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its seafood restaurants.
Cook Islands Library and Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cook Islands Library and Museum during your trip to Rarotonga. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.
Te Vara Nui Village
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Te Vara Nui Village in Ngatangiia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the spectacular coral reefs in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in Matavera
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
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
Seaside Beachfront Villas
Had a great week especially loved our visits from our dog friend next door called Renfro. The view from the villa was awesome only one issue could do with an air conditioner found it quite hot inside at night overall it was good
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Green House
Charlie's Villas
Charlie's Villas is fantastic. The villa is huge, there is a deck on each villa and you can actually swim laps in the pool and not just sit in it. They come and service the room and pool every third day. It is the clearest and cleanest pool we have come across on Rarotonga. The villas would be perfect ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
We stay at the Edgewater every year and it is always very comfortable and the staff are great, it might be time to review the restaurant menu however
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The location is marvelous. The views breathtaking . The hotel itself was tired and needs an overhaul.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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 Cook Islands Library and Museum and Te Vara Nui Village.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Te Vara Nui Village and Muri Night Markets 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 Night Markets and Muri Beach.
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 Night Markets and Muri Lagoon.
