Matavera Travel Guide

Name: The Islander Hotel
Price range: £166
Rating: 8

Rarotonga

A sunset over the ocean with clouds and palm trees in the foreground.

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Rarotonga travel guide

Things to do

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

£51

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

£81

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

£64

per adult

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

£45

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

£77

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience

£83

per adult

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Top hotels in Matavera

Ikurangi Eco Retreat

Matavera Rarotonga

Stay at this hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon are located nearby.

9.4/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)

"Had a lovely stay at Ikurangi eco retreat. Alan and Vicky were very accommodating, providing great travel tips. The retreat is very well maintained, you feel very connected to nature. Is a great place if you want to get away and unwind."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

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Charlie's Villas

Titikaveka Rarotonga Rarotonga

Stay at this 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! (8 reviews)

"I liked how spacious the villa was. There amenities to cook was handy it was everything we needed 😊"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

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Seaside Beachfront Villas

Avarua Rarotonga

Stay at this beach villa in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Muri Lagoon ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)

"Coffee and burgers in walking distance. Ocean out the back door for long walks along the shores. Overall appreciated the location and the villa."

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

£225

20 Jul - 21 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! (1,000 reviews)

"Fun for large families especially those who love the ocean. Rarotonga Brewery is just across the road. Great place and crowd to watch the All Blacks beat France 34-32!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

Fully refundable

£157

10 Aug - 11 Aug

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! (1,000 reviews)

"Loved staying here!! All the staff were great help and all kind, especially me having crutches they always made sure I was all right thank yous!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

The Islander Hotel

Main Road Rarotonga

£166

5 Aug - 6 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 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 reviews. ...

8/10 Very good! (616 reviews)

"The hotel should be advertised as a bar with some rooms as opposed to a hotel with a bar. We were in a room that faced out directly into the hula bar (as most appear too) and all we could hear was the music playing until 11pm and it was as if you were in the middle of the nightclub- there was absolutely ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

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Where to stay in Matavera

Find the best Matavera areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Matavera

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 Tikioki Beach.

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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.

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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.

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