Matavera Travel Guide
Rarotonga
Popular places to visit
Muri Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Muri Beach, a popular beach 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 Edgewater Resort & Spa
Love the place!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Beach front location with great snorkeling and great buffet breakfast. Need more people to support water activities like the Vaka where you have to pull it back up from the beach. Also if providing Vaka lessons, I would recommend having an experience person on board when taking it out first ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Great staff good position
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Islander Hotel
Very nice people and close to the airport
Reviewed on 3 Feb 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 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.
