Matavera

Rarotonga

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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! (63 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Ikurangi. Vicky and Allan were friendly and helpful hosts and the breakfasts were delicious. It's quiet, peaceful, and a pefect stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2025

Ikurangi Eco Retreat
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.
"Close to town and Muri beach. Good communication with the owner. Nice place, could be a lot cosier with some basic amenities. Private pool was nice. No WIFI. No hair dryer. Constantly barking dogs at all hours of the night and morning. Could use some solar lights around pool to see at night. Home ..."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2023

Charlie's Villas
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 May 15, 2025

Seaside Beachfront Villas
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is P10,407 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
P10,407
P11,968 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Staff and children friendly"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
The price is P10,666 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
P10,666
P12,266 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
includes taxes & fees
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! (445 reviews)
"The Rarotongan is gorgeous- beautiful food, beautiful beach and fantastic snorkeling. It is clean with good room servicing, and most staff are great."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is P7,754 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P7,754
P8,917 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"We like that it was adults only. Great location and the staff were very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
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Other neighbourhoods around Matavera

Sunrise on the South Pacific island of Rarotonga.  The island way of life here is something special.  The people have such a joy in life that it's bound to rub off.  

For more, see 'Paradise Found:Why Rarotonga Will Make you  Happy' at: http://www.travelblissnow.com/paradise-found-why-rarotonga-will-make-you-happy/

Tupapa Tapere

While Tupapa Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tupapa Tapere
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Turangi Tapere

While Turangi Tapere might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village.

Turangi Tapere
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Kiikii Tapere

When in Kiikii Tapere, you can plan a visit to Beachcomber Pearl Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kiikii Tapere
FOB Sandwich

Areiti Tapere

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

Areiti Tapere
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
Muri Beach which includes general coastal views

Muri

If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.

Muri

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