Akapuao Tapere Travel Guide

Name: Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road
Rating: 9.4

Rarotonga

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

A beach with palm trees, a kayak, and lounge chairs.

A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.

A close-up of a green plant with long, narrow leaves radiating from a central point.

A stone Buddha head sculpture with a pot on top, surrounded by lush greenery.

Visit Akapuao Tapere

Things to do

Hotels

Rarotonga travel guide

Stay near popular Akapuao Tapere attractions

Maire Nui Botanical Gardens

8.4/10 (110 reviews)

Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.

See properties

Things to do

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

£81

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

£45

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

£64

per adult

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

£77

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

£53

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

£127

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

See all activities in Rarotonga

Top hotels in Akapuao Tapere

Little Polynesian Resort

Main Road, Titikaveka Rarotonga

Stay at this luxury resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon are located ...

Get rates

Raina Holiday Accommodation

Akapauo, Titikaveka, South East Rarotonga

Stay at this hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are ...

6.8/10 (100 reviews)

"Raina is very conveniently located opposite a great snorkeling spot (Fruits of Raratonga). and 200m from Charlies - a great place to eat and relax and gaze out over the lagoon. The gardens are lovely and lush with beautiful plants and flowers and there are loungers to relax on. Bus stop just outside. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Get rates

LeoMae Rarotonga. Stunning home in Titikaveka.

Akapuao Takitumu District

Stay at this holiday home in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon are located ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)

"Lovely, well kept home with plenty of space. Pool was a little too cold for us so not used, would have been perfect for a warm summers day. Communication prior and for checking and out were easy and instructions easy to follow.Would book again"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Get rates

Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road

Tikioki Beach Tikioki

Stay at this cottage in Rarotonga. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located nearby.

9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)

"Great value"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

Get rates

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

£221

23 Jul - 24 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

"Beautiful sunsets"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

£131

23 Jul - 24 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)

"Club Raro have friendly staff but place is tired and run down. Wouldn’t recommend it."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

See all 385 properties in Akapuao Tapere

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.

Where to stay in Akapuao Tapere

Find the best Akapuao Tapere areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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

Takitumu District

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

See properties

A wooden pier extending into turquoise waters, supported by wooden pillars, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.

Muri

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

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

Arorangi

Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

See properties

A harbor with boats, a dock, and a mountainous backdrop.

Avarua

Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring the area.

See properties