Matavera

Rarotonga

Photo by Cindy Baker
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Popular places to visit

Muri Beach featuring tropical scenes

Muri Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.

Muri Beach
Aro\'a Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as a couple

Aroa Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.

Aroa Beach
Muri Lagoon

Muri Lagoon

5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Muri Lagoon
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

4/5(1 review)

Swim with multi-colored fish or spend hours on a stretch of powdery white beach at one of Rarotonga's best coastal spots. Dive around nearby shipwrecks.

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people

Te Vara Nui Village

Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.

Te Vara Nui Village
Rarotonga featuring interior views

Cook Islands Library and Museum

5/5(1 review)

Through art and literature, learn about the history and traditions of the Cook Islands in a library and museum run by friendly local residents.

Cook Islands Library and Museum

Things to do

Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

RM285
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Ready to head off

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

RM345
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included

An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included

RM576
per adult
An Eagle Ray and Turtle Tour-Small Groups & Photography Included
Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

RM739
per adult
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

RM474
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Tourist with a guide on Cook Islands

Private Scenic Island Tour

RM739
per adult
Private Scenic Island Tour
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Top hotels in Matavera

Ikurangi Eco Retreat

Ikurangi Eco Retreat

3.5 out of 5
Matavera, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
"Beautiful and quiet. Great service. God pricing. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

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Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Seaside Beachfront Villas

Seaside Beachfront Villas

3 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
"The property had everything you could possibly need. It was spotlessly clean. Came across some staff who were very friendly and helpful. Had absolute privacy. Close to all amenties. I woke up to a spectacular ocean front sunrise each morning Highly recommend this property"

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

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Seaside Beachfront Villas
Charlie's Villas

Charlie's Villas

3.5 out of 5
Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Hidden gem - you would never know it was there. Very peaceful and well laid out units. Extremely clean and tidy. Great to arrive and the unit has tea/coffee decent size milk, and enough toilet paper etc to get you goj g for a couple of days (especially when you arrive on a Sunday) 2 minute walk to ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

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Charlie's Villas
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is RM849 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM849
RM976 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,010 reviews)
Get a waterfront room. Sunset is magic!
"Great location as it is less then 10 minutes to airport and town proper, Breakfast is ok , pricesare a little expensive for the quality of food and drink on offer, It is getting older now and needs a tidy up but its a good solid hotel to use as your base. Make sure you get a waterfront room. Sunset ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ...
8/10 Very Good! (464 reviews)
"The lagoon is stunning. The resort could do with a makeover. Rooms very tired."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
Fully refundable
The price is RM523 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
RM523
RM601 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"What I loved about this property was how social it was. We easily made friends with other people there and it made it a really enjoyable stay. I would say this would be a good recommendation for solo travelers. Whilst I can commend the services of the hotel, the service at times was not up to standard. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
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Other neighbourhoods around Matavera

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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 Beachcomber Pearl Market.

Tupapa Tapere
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Turangi Tapere

4/5(1 area review)

While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Turangi Tapere
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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.

Kiikii Tapere
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Areiti Tapere

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

Areiti Tapere
Rarotonga which includes a cascade 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
Muri Beach featuring general coastal views

Muri

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

Muri

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