Rarotonga Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Muri Beach which includes tropical scenes
Rarotonga showing a beach
Muri Beach which includes general coastal views and tropical scenes
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach
Rarotonga showing a sunset, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Where to stay in Rarotonga

Muri Beach showing general coastal views

Muri

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

Muri
Arorangi featuring kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views

Arorangi

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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

Arorangi
Titikaveka featuring tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

5/5(4 area reviews)

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

Tapere of Titikaveka
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
Rarotonga featuring a waterfall and a pond

Takuvaine Tapere

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

Takuvaine Tapere
Avarua showing a bay or harbour and mountains

Avarua

4/5(1 area review)

Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring the area.

Avarua
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
Fully refundable
The price is 2.424.468 ₫ per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
2.424.468 ₫
2.788.138 ₫ total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
The room was clean but it’s time for a tune up - especially the bathroom.

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
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! (483 reviews)
Food was amazing, staff are wonderfull. The property needs some maintenance but staff where working away on it. It was clean and everything you need is there.

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
The price is 2.028.718 ₫ per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
2.028.718 ₫
2.333.026 ₫ total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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! (999 reviews)
If you're looking for a little piece of heaven in paradise, Club Raro hits the spot. It's adults only so there are no children to be seen and its right on the beach. I spent 5 days here and wished I could have stayed permanently. Great staff, super friendly and helpful. I'll be back!

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
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.
Te Manava Luxury Villas

Te Manava Luxury Villas

4 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Matutu Brewing Company are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Amazing villa and the staff were so kind.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Te Manava Luxury Villas
Kia Orana Villas and Spa

Kia Orana Villas and Spa

4 out of 5
2 Ariki Road Rarotonga
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Room was great. Staff was amazing and Joe was kind allowing us to have breakfast earlier thank opening time on our first morning.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Magic Reef Bungalows

Magic Reef Bungalows

3.5 out of 5
Main Road Arorangi Rarotonga
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Highland Paradise Cultural Centre and Puaikura ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
It was a great choice for us. The property is lovely, and the location is quiet and accessible. It felt calm just to walk into the place and local food and walks were a great feature. Would stay again if we return

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Magic Reef Bungalows
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.

Popular places to visit

Reviews of Rarotonga

4.7
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

David

Beautiful unspoiled island Islanders are lovely people

5/5 - Excellent

Susan

A lovely island. Very relaxing.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Locals are tge friendliest people we have met on our travels so far. See tge Saturday morning market in town