Tapere of Rutaki

Rarotonga

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Popular places to visit

Muri Beach which includes tropical scenes

Muri Beach

4.5/5(61 reviews)

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

Muri Beach
Muri Lagoon

Muri Lagoon

4.5/5(51 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.

Muri Lagoon
Aro\'a Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as an individual male

Aroa Beach

4.5/5(38 reviews)

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
Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people

Te Vara Nui Village

4.5/5(17 reviews)

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

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Tikioki Marine Sanctuary

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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

Things to do

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch

￥10,166
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

￥24,561
per adult
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
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'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

￥11,875
per adult
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Tourist with a guide on Cook Islands

Private Scenic Island Tour

￥24,561
per adult
Private Scenic Island Tour
Photoshoot on Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Photography Cook Islands

￥64,073
per traveler
Photography Cook Islands
Rarotonga Turtle Tour NZD89.00

Rarotonga Turtle Tour

￥7,603
per adult
Rarotonga Turtle Tour
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Tapere of Rutaki Hotel Deals

Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
3.5 out of 5
Ara Tapu Road, Vaimaanga Titikaveka, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Really beautiful gardens, so nice to relax in. Never felt crowded despite being consistently full. Owners very generous and helpful. Let us borrow snorkel gear, bikes, and gave great advice. Free wifi. Well located near a great supermarket, some incredible snorkel locations and some good food options. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2024

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Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is ￥28,630 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
￥28,630
￥33,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the resort, beautiful location, friendly staff, clean, beautiful beach. Great snorkeling."

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
The price is ￥16,654 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
￥16,654
￥19,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing location. Beautiful staff. Great food and drinks all in all an amazing experience. Any time we travel back to Rarotonga"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
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 ￥27,511 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
￥27,511
￥31,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (419 reviews)
"The Raratongan Resort was amazing! The snorkeling was some of the best anywhere-hundreds of fish (including so many nurseries with babies), lots of coral, many, many eels, and turtles; the beach was beautiful; the staff and activities were terrific; the room was wonderful; and the breakfast buffet ..."

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Islander Hotel
The Islander Hotel
3 out of 5
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
The price is ￥21,137 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
￥21,137
￥24,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (423 reviews)
"We didn’t have a remote for the TV. Had no signal to the TV. The Aircon remote was not functioning, couldn’t adjust the temperature, so we had to turn on the ceiling fan. Bath towels were full of Fluffs."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

The Islander Hotel
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
Rarotonga Ring-Road, Arorangi, Sunset Coast Rarotonga, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (192 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Friendly, helpful staff. Very clean and well cared for"

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2025

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Crown Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighborhoods around Tapere of Rutaki

Oasis inside forest te rua manga trek

Tapere of Vaimaanga

Travelers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tapere of Vaimaanga
Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing

Arorangi

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

Arorangi
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
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
Avarua featuring a bay or harbor and mountains

Avarua

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Beaches, snorkeling, and bars are some highlights of Avarua. Make a stop by Cook Islands Library and Museum or Cook Island Christian Church while you're exploring.

Avarua
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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

Tapere of Rutaki