Popular places to visit

Muri Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Muri Beach, a popular beach in Rarotonga.

Aroa Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Aroa Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rarotonga. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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
Enjoy the beautiful coral reefs and explore Tikioki Marine Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Rarotonga. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its seafood restaurants.

Te Vara Nui Village
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Te Vara Nui Village in Ngatangiia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful coral reefs in this relaxing area.

Cook Islands Library and Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cook Islands Library and Museum during your trip to Rarotonga. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the snorkeling spots.
Matavera Hotel Deals

Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Beautiful and quiet. Great service. God pricing. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 30 August 2025

Seaside Beachfront Villas
Overall the stay was great. Very quite. Very clean on arrival. Just need some communication sent before arrival on how to find keys.
Reviewed on 6 October 2025

Charlie's Villas
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 July 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Great place for our family of 4, we stayed in a standard room with ocean views, what a treat waking up to that view. We were there in late Sept, and saw the whales cruising past often.
Reviewed on 26 October 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Family friendly. Amazing lagoon filled with so much sea life. Staff were absolutely phenomenal. Rooms are a little outdated and small, but we were only in them to sleep.
Reviewed on 11 October 2025

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Having direct access to the marine reserve for snorkeling, swimming and free use of equipment was fantastic.
Reviewed on 22 October 2025
Other neighborhoods around Matavera

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.

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.

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.

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

Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.

Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.
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- Muri Beach
- Aroa Beach
- Muri Lagoon
- Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
- Te Vara Nui Village
- Muri Night Markets
- Cook Islands Library and Museum
- Black Rock
- Rarotonga Golf Club
- Cook Island Christian Church
- Beachcomber Pearl Market
- Tikioki Beach
- Punanga Nui Market
- Cook Islands National Museum
- Nikao Beach
- Takitumu Conservation Area
- Puaikura Beach
- Koromiri
- Wigmore's Waterfall
- Te Rua Manga
- Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
- Arai-Te-Tonga
- Cocoputt
- Wigmore's Waterfall
- Wreck of the Matai
- Beachcomber Gallery
- Avana Harbour
- Para O Tane Palace
- Matutu Brewing Company
- Koteka Winery
- National Stadium
- Moturakau
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