Akapuao Tapere
Rarotonga
Visit Akapuao Tapere
Popular places to visit
Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.
Muri Beach
Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular 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.
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.
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.
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.
Akapuao Tapere Hotel Deals
Little Polynesian Resort
Not worth the $$$
Reviewed on 2026/2/20
Raina Holiday Accommodation
It totally served the purpose. Clean and tidy, friendly staff, and an excellent location. Not only just over the road from the beach, but a very popular restaurant was only a short walk away. We would go back again to Raina Holiday accommodation.
Reviewed on 2025/11/10
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Ocean view but uncomfortable couch and beds had no bed heads so pillows slipped away. Decor was aged. Staff were friendly though. I thought overpriced for the state of the unit.
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Our check in started off a bit rocky, and so I expressed that on Expedia. Within about 2 hours of our check in we received a call from Mama Loa. She asked if she could meet with me to discuss.We agreed to meet with her and she was very attentive took notes and said she would share the information ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/14
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
We had a fantastic stay, we were here for 7 nights they catered to all our needs, even did a special happy honeymoon sign for us in our room. The van driver gave us great tips.
Reviewed on 2026/3/2
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
We did not use the pool, we were nervous of mosquitoes, the spa was really nice we received 25% discount during our stay
Reviewed on 2026/3/6
Other neighborhoods around Akapuao Tapere
Tapere of Titikaveka
Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while in the area.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Matavera
Well-liked for its beaches and snorkeling, you might stop by Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village while you're exploring Matavera and the surrounding neighborhoods.
