Rarotonga

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Rarotonga

Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing

Arorangi

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

Arorangi
Titikaveka showing tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while in the area.

Tapere of Titikaveka
Rarotonga featuring 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 Cook Island Christian Church.

Takuvaine Tapere
Oasis inside forest te rua manga trek

Tapere of Vaimaanga

Travelers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tapere of Vaimaanga
Avarua featuring a bay or harbor and mountains

Avarua

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Beaches, snorkeling, and bars are some highlights of Avarua. Make a stop by Cook Islands Library and Museum or Cook Island Christian Church while you're exploring.

Avarua
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is SAR 668 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
SAR 668
SAR 771 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The ambience of the Edgewater was amazing. The Activity Hut was great!! The employees were very kind and helpful. The view of the ocean was Spectacular!!! My only concern wss for the amount of animals; chickens getting up on the tables and the amount of dogs. If someone is allergic to animals, it ..."

Reviewed on 4 April 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is SAR 423 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
SAR 423
SAR 490 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Amazing location. Beautiful staff. Great food and drinks all in all an amazing experience. Any time we travel back to Rarotonga"

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
The price is SAR 691 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
SAR 691
SAR 795 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
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! (420 reviews)
"Excellent family stay. Brilliant for snorkelling and the staff were all fantastic"

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
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.
The Cooks Oasis
The Cooks Oasis
3 out of 5
Main Road, Arorangi, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Black Rock and Rarotonga ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
"A bit tired. Shower door fell off. Now being refurbished. Lovely manager."

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

The Cooks Oasis
Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Kia Orana Villas and Spa
4 out of 5
2 Ariki Road, Atupa, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
"If you don't mind the walking out to the main road in the heat, then this is the place for you. It's like a villa/apt of your own. We got a honeymoon villa that is more than 400 square feet and that includes, a bathroom, a simple kitchen area, dining, sitting, and bed."

Reviewed on 24 March 2025

Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
4 out of 5
Avarua, PO Box 790 , Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Matutu Brewing Company ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
romantic getaway.
"Fabulous location. Large room and well equipped with everything you need. Very private and romantic. Only downside was a very grubby bq which smelt of old cooking fat everytime you used it. We let the property know that these need thorough cleaning on a regular basis. Other than that it was lovely ..."

Reviewed on 25 March 2025

Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
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.

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Reviews of Rarotonga

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 64%
4 - Good
18
4 - Good 28%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 3%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people on the island are so friendly. The Island has almost no crime. With the current exchange with the US dollar it is a very affordable vacation.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A great place to explore with super friendly people and good service in restaurants and bars. Do as much or as little as you please

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Go on the buggy tour

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I will be heading back to Rarotonga the first chance I get. It's very hard to go anywhere and truly unplug from reality, but Raro gives a person that opportunity. It's such a lovely experience. I'm incredibly grateful I was able to visit!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Rarotonga and Aitutaki are both very beautiful and safe. I like that plastic and Styrofoam have been banned on the islands. The beaches are very clean

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

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