Matavera Travel Guide

Rarotonga

Photo by Cindy Baker
Photo by Cindy Baker

Popular places to visit

Muri Beach which includes tropical scenes

Muri Beach

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

Muri Beach
Aro\'a Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a couple

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.

Aroa Beach
Muri Lagoon

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.

Muri Lagoon
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

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.

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people

Te Vara Nui Village

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

Te Vara Nui Village
Rarotonga which includes interior views

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.

Cook Islands Library and Museum

Things to do

Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

£52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Rarotonga Turtle Tour

Rarotonga Turtle Tour with Snorkel Cook Islands

£40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rarotonga Turtle Tour with Snorkel Cook Islands
Ready to head off

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

£62
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Snorkel Cook Islands

Rarotonga Turtle Tour

£40
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rarotonga Turtle Tour
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

£85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

£53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
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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! (64 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 4 Jun 2025

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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 Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"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 Jul 2025

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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 a local area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa ...
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 15 May 2025

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Seaside Beachfront Villas
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is £165 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£165
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Our son was celebrating his 17th birthday during our short stay and just by letting the staff know this and asking what they may be able to do to help make it special we were very surprised and very pleased to find our villa decorated with a happy birthday message on the bed and a beautifully presented ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £109 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£109
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved it as very easy to walk around due to being smaller than other resorts. Food was fantastic and the staff were lovely."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is £128 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£128
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (476 reviews)
"What a fantastic stay we had. We absolutely loved our time here, and a huge part of that was due to Bhara and overall staff membes, who made our experience truly amazing. We would love to come back! ​The food options were amazing and affordable, with a great variety to choose from. The functions ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Matavera

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Tupapa Tapere

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tupapa Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum.

Tupapa Tapere
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Turangi Tapere

4/5(1 area review)

While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Turangi Tapere
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Kiikii Tapere

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kiikii Tapere and surrounding area, you can visit Beachcomber Pearl Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum.

Kiikii Tapere
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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 waterfall 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 showing general coastal views

Muri

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

Muri

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