Matavera
Rarotonga

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Popular places to visit

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

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

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
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.

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

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

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour
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 Green House

Charlie's Villas
Charlie's Villas is fantastic. The villa is huge, there is a deck on each villa and you can actually swim laps in the pool and not just sit in it. They come and service the room and pool every third day. It is the clearest and cleanest pool we have come across on Rarotonga. The villas would be perfect ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov, 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
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Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
We loved our stay here. The staff were great. We spent our days snorkeling on the beach and enjoyed the nightly entertainers. Highly recommend the island night as well. Delicious buffet, and excellent performers.
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
