What is Matavera like?

Matavera is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches and snorkelling.

What's a favourite place to stay in Matavera?

Based on our traveller data, Charlie's Villas is one of the top choices for your stay in Matavera. This villa offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Ikurangi Eco Retreat and Seaside Beachfront Villas .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Matavera area?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options in Matavera to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rarotonga area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Matavera, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Matavera.

What is there to do in this Rarotonga neighbourhood?

Muri Beach, Arai-Te-Tonga and Avana Harbour are just a few of the places to visit in and around Matavera. While you're out sightseeing in Rarotonga, make sure that you visit other sights such as Te Vara Nui Village or Muri Night Markets.

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Our top choices for Matavera hotels

1. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Kiikii Tapere, 2.9 km from Matavera

Brenda

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri, 2.8 km from Matavera

Carlin

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

3. The Islander Hotel

6.3 km from Matavera

Gillian

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

4. Muri Beach Club

Muri, 3.3 km from Matavera

Brett

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

5. Mama Taras

Muri, 3.3 km from Matavera

Leedia

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

6. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri, 3.4 km from Matavera

Roger

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

7. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 9 km from Matavera

Rachel

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

8. Aroa Beachside Resort

Arorangi, 8.6 km from Matavera

Mel

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

9. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 9 km from Matavera

Darryl

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

10. Ocean Spray Villas

Avarua, 3.5 km from Matavera

Anonymous traveller

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

11. Muri Beach Resort

Muri, 3.7 km from Matavera

Tracey

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

12. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Arorangi, 8.5 km from Matavera

Esther

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

13. Nautilus Resort

Muri, 3.7 km from Matavera

Haley

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

14. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Arorangi, 8.2 km from Matavera

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

15. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

Arorangi, 8.3 km from Matavera

Alison

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

16. Little Polynesian Resort

Akapuao Tapere, 5 km from Matavera

Dr David M

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Where to stay in Matavera

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A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a sandy shore.

Muri

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

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A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Takitumu District

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

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A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a wooden fence.

Arorangi

As the sun sets, relax on Rarotonga’s coast next to the clear waters of an azure lagoon. Enjoy exploring the wonders of the Cook Islands.

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Tapere of Titikaveka

Swim, scuba or snorkel in some of the most pristine waters in the world. Relax in a beach bungalow and awake to views of the blue-green lagoon.

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A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush green mountains in the background.

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Para O Tane Palace.

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Top Matavera Hotel Reviews

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are very friendly and helpful. We had an amazing stay here and would definitely go back."

Kia Orana Villas and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"An unforgettable week in paradise! Kia Orana Resort and Spa exceeded every expectation from the moment we arrived. The staff greeted us with genuine warmth and traditional hospitality, making us feel like family instantly. Our garden villa was pristine, and spacious with a lovely outdoor shower and soaking tub. The housekeeping team kept the room orderly with daily tidy-up service. The spa is a sanctuary of absolute tranquility; the deep tissue / hot stone massage I received was arguably one of the early highlights of the trip. The pool was in the midst of a renovation and being that it was winter we did not partake. Daily morning continental breakfast and coffee was a nice treat. Thank you to our lovely host Sane and the entire team at Kia Orana for an incredible, stress-free week of pure relaxation. We will be back!"

Lagoon Breeze Villas

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed as a couple and I could see that it would suit a family very well also. Plenty of room in our villa, generous supplies such as milk, tea, coffee, soaps, shampoo, toilet paper etc. Lovely breakfast of fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal & toast in the open air cafe which is situated right next to play area for kids, handy for families. Staff so friendly and helpful. There is a small bakery and takeaway/cafe within walking distance but closest bar or restaurant would be 2km away. I would advise first timers to Cooke Islands to pre book your own transport. (you really need it!) The villas are well equipped for self catering if you choose to do that. Safe snorkelling just across the road with shallow waters and plenty of colorful fish. Lagoon Breeze also had reef shoes, snorkels, masks and fins to borrow which was great. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lagoon Breeze Villas!"

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Our top choices for Matavera hotels

1. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

2. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

3. The Islander Hotel

4. Muri Beach Club

5. Mama Taras

6. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

7. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

8. Aroa Beachside Resort

9. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

10. Ocean Spray Villas

11. Muri Beach Resort

12. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

13. Nautilus Resort

14. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

15. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

16. Little Polynesian Resort

Where to stay in Matavera

Muri

Takitumu District

Arorangi

Tapere of Titikaveka

Takuvaine Tapere

Top Matavera Hotel Reviews

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

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